The northern area of Gran Canaria hides spectacular landscapes. And surprisingly many times it escapes donkey belly the area of Agaete. In the circular of Gáldar to Agaete on MTB we are going to enjoy very good views, especially when we go along small towns very close to the sea.
Route characteristics
Distance | 34,19 km |
Total promotion | 814 m |
Approximate time | Between 2,5 and 3,5 hours |
technical difficulty | Easy |
What places can I visit during the route?
This route leaves from Gáldar, first capital of the island of Gran Canaria. We will go along several small towns such as The hole, Caleta de Abajo and Sardinia del Norte among others. The halfway point will be when we reach the town of Agaete. On the track, we do not go into Agaete. So if you want to take a walk through the natural pools of Las Salinas or Puerto de Las Nieves, you can leave it when you reach the first houses in the town and return to it from where you left.
Provisioning
On this occasion we were able to do the route with so only 750 ml of water, since it was not very hot and the wind cooled the body. Anyway, there are several stores in Sardinia del Norte to be able to buy fruit, water or food in general. We would also have a second chance halfway, in Agaete. A priori, We consider that with 400 kcal in food, It's enough.
What type of bikes can I do the route with?
The ideal bicycle to do this MTB route is one of XC (Cross Country). Even double suspension. In the initial part of the route, the ravine track is full of stones. Also There are 3 technical descent points, where we will have to get off if we are not very skilled and we go with a suitable bike. I did the route with one Gravel bike, but it is not the most recommended.
What level do I need to do this bike route?
It's really not a very long route, but if you get caught by a day with wind and you are not in shape, you can have a bad time when you return. We recommend you look at the wind prediction with some type of App Wind Guru.
Track of the Circular route of Gáldar to Agaete on MTB
Now, You can download the route track in .gpx format so you can follow it on your own without getting lost. Below (after the video) we have a route pack that includes this track in case you are interested. If you don't know how to download and follow a track from your GPS or smartphone with Guru Maps, here we explain it to you. And if you want support us so that we continue sharing routes for you, We will be grateful if you purchase any of our tracks, whether to enjoy incredible routes or as a donation.
Video of the route
In the following video you have more images of this circular MTB route. Gáldar to Agaete.
Pack best MTB and gravel routes in Gran Canaria
Next, you can get 5 gravel bike tracks for the price of 4. This pack includes the track of this article that goes from Gáldar to Agaete and four more routes. Unlike Complete gravel bike track through Gran Canaria, It is simpler routes and all circular, which requires less planning.
- Gáldar – Agaete
- MTB through Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
- Coronadero Arch
- Maspalomas-Ayagaures
- Chira – Pilancones Natural Park
Next, we invite you to see all our gravel bike routes to get to know Gran Canaria on your own.
Athlete and lover of life on two wheels, both mountain biking and urban biking. He is the Spanish MTB downhill champion and, therefore, a great connoisseur of the mountains of Gran Canaria.