Cycling to Vilaflor: climbing to the highest village in the Canary Islands
Vilaflor is the highest village in the Canary Islands, and riding up to it is one of the classics of southern Tenerife. It is a long, steady climb, ideal for finding your climbing rhythm, through hillside villages and pine forests.
The route
The route climbs from the coast through the hillside villages, such as Arona and La Escalona, gaining height little by little up to Vilaflor, at the edge of the pine forest. It is about 65 km with a sustained effort: rather than steep ramps, it asks for consistency.
Level and who it suits
Intermediate level. If you are used to climbing at your own pace, you will enjoy it. It is also a good test before attempting Mount Teide.
Tips
- Climb at your own pace from the start: it is a long climb.
- It gets cooler at the top: bring a gilet or windproof for the descent.
- There are places in the village to have a drink before heading down.
Ride it on our guided tour
Every Tuesday we ride this route as a group. We pick you up at your hotel in the morning, set up your bike, give you two water bottles and energy food, and are back at the shop around half past one.
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