This enduro route through Firgas is perfect to do with a full suspension MTB bike without the need for a lot of travel. What we would call Trail MTB or Down Country. One of the new modalities that has become trendy for those who like to pedal without giving up the descents. The technical difficulty is medium and it has 3 very fun down hills.
Circular route around Firgas and Valsendero
This MTB Trail route is circular, so you can start it from wherever you want. But we recommend that you do it from the town of Firgas. Here are the main characteristics and details about the track:
| Distance | 24 km |
| Total ascent/descent | 1146 m |
| Estimated duration | 2/4 hours |
| Minimum drink | 500 ml |
| Minimum food | 1000 kcal |
| Provisioning during the route | Yes |
| Technical level | Medium |
| Recommended bike | Down Country/All Mountain |
✔ Things to consider before the route
It is a long route, so it is important that we carry enough money or food and water to complete it. It is perfect for fit cyclists or for electric bikes. On the other hand, the bike that we recommend to do the tour would be an All Mountain with full suspension and 12 cm of travel.
Download the track of the route
You will then be able to download the track in .gpx format so that you can follow the route on your own. If you don’t know how to download it and follow it from your navigator or smartphone, we’ll explain it to you here. If you want to support us so that we continue to create content for you about Gran Canaria, we will appreciate if you purchase one of our tracks, either to enjoy incredible routes or as a donation.
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