In this entry we are going to share with you a route of enduro by Valsequillo. This area of the island, although many do not know it, is the cradle of descent in Gran Canaria. It has many technical trails on all types of terrain. It is a technical route that runs through Valsequillo, Tenteniguada and San Roque.
Enduro MTB circular route through Valsequillo
This circular route passes through all the towns that we mentioned before, so you could start it from any of them. However, we recommend two starting (and ending) points. If after the route you want to stay eat in Valsequillo in some of the magnificent restaurants in the area, you could start from the town itself. The track passes very close to the church.
In case you are simply going to do the route, It would be better if you started in the town of San Roque, as it is the lowest part of the route. You already know that there is nothing better than a good "happy ending." That is, finish the route going down.
Route characteristics
This enduro route through Valsequillo is about 29,73km away, with a difference in level 1036m accumulated positives. The day we marked the route, we went at a medium pace, taking 3:44 hours to finish it. Physically it is affordable for RIDERS low/medium level (not initiation). Although the technical zones They require you to have a medium/high level to do them without getting off the bike. But it is only in one of the descents of the route (the “Montañón”), and it is not more than 1km that is complicated. The rest can be done quite well, even if you don't have a great technical level.
| Distance | 30 km |
| Total promotion/demotion | 1.303 m |
| Estimated time | 3 / 5 hours |
| Minimum drink | 500ml |
| Minimal food | 500 Kcal |
| Shops on the road | Si |
| Technical level | Medium / High |
| Recommended bike | Enduro/All Mountain |
During the route you will have several opportunities to cbuy drinks and food to replace. You can even stop at a cafe if you want to take it easy.
What time of year is it best to do the Valsequillo MTB Enduro?
Really any time is good. Although we have to consider that the area is humid and cold. So doing it in winter will require you to bring something warm. Regarding the terrain, the ideal is that you go some day with sun (or at least that it doesn't rain or hasn't rained the night before). In wet terrain the grip It is perfect, but if it is raining, the rock area can be complicated and dangerous. Regarding the dirt part, the mud may form a ball and the bike may not roll well.
Track of the enduro MTB route through Valsequillo
Now, You can download the track in .gpx format so you can follow the route on your own. If you don't know how to download it and follow it from your GPS or smartphone, here we explain it to you. If you want to support us so that we continue creating content for you about Gran Canaria, we would appreciate it if you purchased any of our tracks, either to enjoy incredible routes or as a donation.
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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.
