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Ascents and descents mark this route which starts in La Esperanza, in El Rosario, a municipality situated in the southern face of the extreme north along the backbone of Tenerife. After a short stretch of road, continue along the forest track of Los Ovejeros, a continuous climb to Las Laguneras, the last chance to have something to eat on this route. A well-surfaced steep path, with its bird’s eye view of the Güimar valley, leads to the next mountain pass, the Izaña Observatory, at an altitude of 2,300 metres and a 38 kilometre road cycle.

This long route which goes from La Esperanza to Santiago del Teide crosses the northern face of Tenerife. Right from the start, the bike goes along pleasant wide well-surfaced tracks among Canarian pines which seem to lighten the effort needed for the climb along the backbone which shapes the core of the island. This is the peak of the route at 1,728 metres, a good build up to the fast descent leading to Valle de la Orotava and the recreational area of La Caldera, an ideal spot for topping up on energy.

Just a few kilometres but well maximised, this route goes along forest tracks. This volcano route made for bicycle starts at the recreational area in the Pilar shelter, in the centre of La Palma. This is the start of a circular tour on tracks of volcanic sand which approaches Cumbre Vieja on both sides. You will more than likely be able to see how the sea of clouds form on its slopes, a sight to behold in this natural park which divides the southern half of the island.

Protected as a natural park, La Graciosa, the largest of the islands on the Chinijo archipelago, is located to the north of Lanzarote and it is a wonderful place to get to know by bike. Cycle on its white sand tracks and discover marvellous coves and beaches of clear water. It is a privilege within the scope of any average cyclist. To conserve this paradise where time seems to have stood still, it is essential to only use the authorized paths, with three routes which uncover its most symbolic places and dreamlike landscapes.

A terrain with steep paths which alternate with stretches of road and tracks are those which define this uphill route which leads to the wonderful hills of Inagua in the west of Gran Canaria. This comprehensive natural reserve is home to one of the best preserved pine trees on the island which means there are stages where the bike will have to be carried so take this into account when thinking about facing this 70 kilometre route with an accumulated incline of 1,770 metres.

Quite an adventure, that which awaits on this cycle along the southwest of Fuerteventura, a voyage through lonely areas which starts in the port of Los Molinos and continues among mountains, ravines and stone pens for goats which are a permanent presence in Fuerteventura’s landscape. You have to be fully fit to carry on and Ajuy, in Pájara is a good place to recover strength in order to reach and “conquer” the beautiful beach at La Solapa.

From the tourist resort of Meloneras to the municipality of Agüimes with its wonderful ravines, this 50 kilometre bike route along the southeast of Gran Canaria promises contrasts, coastal beauty and interior landscapes. After leaving the coast you must climb along dirt tracks which lead to Arteara and continue along demanding slopes to the lovely town of Fataga, which is ideal as a stop off point to stock up on liquids. The route continues on a difficult stretch, which goes along the top of the Fataga valley and near the volcano fields of Rosiana.

The unique arid landscape of Fuerteventura is discovered bit by bit on this circular route which starts in the northwest and includes cycle routes signed with information panels explaining the uniqueness of the surrounds. From the village of Lajares, the starting point, you bike through volcanoes until you get to Corralejo, the biggest tourist town on the island and the best place to contemplate the Tostón lighthouse. Then, it is westward and after taking the road to Majanicho, there’s an endless line of wonderful beaches and coves while advancing towards El Cotillo.

The stretches of road and track alternate on this circular route which starts at Valverde, the capital of El Hierro, located in the northeast of the island. It goes through the central part to the extreme west, a route which is taken every four years to celebrate the descent of the Blessed Mother of King of Kings, the best known feast day. The route goes along the beautiful steep slopes of el Julan valley, with its ravines, a landscape which descends from the Golfo valley to the sea.

Every single day someone takes a paragliding jump from Adeje’s mountains. This borough in the south of Tenerife is home to some of the best areas for paragliding in the whole of the Canary Islands, and Taucho is, without doubt, one of them. An attractive site for paragliding enthusiasts, which consistently brings pilots in from all over Europe, however it is a destination recommended only for the most experienced paragliders, due to the fact that this area is very different from the others and the flight is leeward (downwind), not windward (upwind).