Canary Islands

Introduction

The Canary Islands are just a two-hour flight from mainland Spain. These islands are essentially volcanic peaks rising above the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The Canary Islands are blessed with a beautiful climate, with almost constant sunshine and temperatures ranging between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius.

We often read enthusiastic reviews about cycling on the Canary Islands, particularly from those who enjoy mountain biking and challenging climbs on a road bike. The islands with the best cycling opportunities are Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and Lanzarote. Lanzarote is flatter than the other islands, making it also suitable for recreational cyclists. On all the islands, the roads are generally excellent, though some mountain roads are less well-paved.

Mountain biking on the Canary Islands offers a unique experience due to the distinctive landscape and unusual terrain, but it’s still relatively undiscovered by Dutch and Belgian cyclists.

Highest Points of the 8 Islands

  • Tenerife 3,718m (Teide) – Also the highest point in Spain!
  • La Palma 2,426m (Roque de los Muchachos)
  • Gran Canaria 1,956m (Moro de la Agujereada)
  • El Hierro 1,501m (Pico de Malpaso)
  • Gomera 1,487m (Alto de Garajonay)
  • Fuerteventura 807m (Pico de la Zarza)
  • Lanzarote 670m (Peñas del Chache)
  • La Graciosa 266m (Agujas Grandes)
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What others say about our cycling holidays..

I had 9 fantastic days thanks to Cycling Spain

Thijs put together a customized cycling holiday tailored to my personal wishes. Both the inland and the coast of the Costa Brava are truly worth it. I found the personal contact with Thijs to be very pleasant. Read more…

  • Michel
  • Netherlands
  • Augustus '24
Thijs and Felix's knowledge of the best trails was astonishing

We are a group of 12 “senior” riders and have been biking together for 30 years. We had a fantastic riding experience in Zona Zero with Thijs and Felix as our guides. A really varied program with some serious technical challenges. Read more…

  • A. Simmonds
  • Belgium
  • October '23
Great routes around Girona and Costa Brava

This is the second time we have used Cycling Spain and it has been the best experience. Thijs organized two coaches/guides and a driver to take our 3 boys on 3 wonderful days of guided adventures. Read more…

  • Katie
  • USA
  • November '23
If you want to get the most out of your passion without worrying about anything, you're in the right place

Great mountain biking organization in Spain, if you want to make the most of your passion without worrying about anything, you’ve come to the right address. Read more…

  • Alex
  • Belgium
  • October '22
I will definitely book another trip here when I'm back in Girona

I booked a mountainbike trip with cycling spain and I loved it! I will definitely book another trip here if I am in Girona again. I could have never found these trails myself. Read more…

  • Ellen
  • Netherlands
  • April '24
Cycling with Cycling Spain was the highlight of our trip to Spain.

Biking with mtb adventures has been the highlight of our trip to Spain. The scenery was gorgeous and the trails were a blast. Read more…

  • Brittany
  • USA
  • Oktober '23

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