Cycling in Gran Canaria


The island’s mountainous terrain, combined with one of the best all year round climates in the world, creates ideal conditions for mountain or race biking and attracts many race cycling teams for their winter training or bicycle tourists, who bring their own bike with them to explore the natural beauties of the island while practicing their favourite sport.




There are of course several places, where you can rent a bike and do your own bicycle tourism on a large number of routes available, but there are also a lot of leisure companies offering guided bicycle tours, which often include a picnic lunch in the outing.




Bicycles are also an excellent means of transport and many tourists already use touring bikes to do their shopping or to reach distant places and beaches to escape from the crowds.




However, be aware that, given the nature of the terrain, the steep hills, the narrow and winding roads as well as lots of car traffic, cycling on the island requires your full attention. Do not take any unnecessary risks!