Half-Day Road Bike Tour from Puerto de la Cruz — 45km, 1000m Ascent
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; comfortable riding sustained climbs and short steep efforts. Regular cyclists will find the pace manageable.
Overview
A brisk half‑day road ride out of Puerto de la Cruz that packs 45 km and 1,000 m of climbing into coastal views, volcanic ridgelines, and a guided lesson on Tenerife’s famed gradients. Bike not included — rentals available.
Half-Day Road Bike Tour from Puerto de la Cruz — 45km, 1000m Ascent
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You push off from Puerto de la Cruz with ocean light in your periphery and a guide’s steady cadence setting the pace. The first 7 km is a steady climb that thins the traffic and thickens the view; the road angles up toward the Humboldt Observatory plateau and the Atlantic opens like a low, blue wall below. The wind tests your concentration—sometimes a polite nudge, sometimes a reminder that this island moves on its own terms—but the summit reward is immediate: a broad sweep over the Orotava Valley, the town’s red roofs, and on clear days, the cone of Mount Teide anchoring the skyline.
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Adventure Tips
Bring two water bottles or a hydration pack
There are limited guaranteed refill points on the route; plan for 1–1.5 L per rider for a 3‑hour effort.
Use a compact or wide-range cassette
Expect 5–15% short pitches—lower gearing helps preserve your cadence on steep segments.
Book a properly sized bike and pedals in advance
The operator offers aluminium and carbon rentals; confirm shoe size and pedal type to avoid delays at pickup.
Watch the trade winds on exposed sections
Wind can slow you on ridgelines—tuck and pace conservatively on the descent when gusts are present.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Canarian chiffchaff (small warbler)
- Lizards sunning on basalt walls
History
La Orotava and Puerto de la Cruz grew around agriculture and maritime trade; terraces and old manor houses reflect centuries of adapting to volcanic slopes.
Conservation
Stick to paved roads and marked pullouts; Tenerife’s fragile soils and endemic plants are vulnerable to erosion—avoid roadside squeezing and littering.
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Adventure Hotspots in Puerto de la Cruz
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Road bike or rental
A well‑fitted road bike is required; rentals are available from €29–€39 if you don’t bring your own.
Helmet
Protects against falls and is mandatory for most guided rides.
Hydration pack or 2 water bottles
Keeps you hydrated on climbs where refill points are not guaranteed.
summer specific
Light windbreaker or packable jacket
Upper elevations can be cool and exposed; a thin layer blocks wind on descents.
winter specific