If you are looking for a hiking route along the summit of Gran Canaria With spectacular views, you'll love this option. Along the route You'll pass through areas of Canary Island pine forest, restored trails, more classic ones, and tracks with the best panoramic views of the island's interior. This is a linear route that we were able to complete thanks to the new bus service that runs along the summit (the same one that leaves you in the The Roque Nublo). We left from Cruz de Los Llanos, but you could also start in Cruz de TejedaBelow we'll tell you all the details so you can do it yourself. As always, At the end you can download the track and watch the full video. Let's go there!
Hiking route along the summit of Gran Canaria
Next, we share with you all the technical information about the route so you can assess whether this trail is for you. As you can see, for a mountainous area, it doesn't have much of an elevation gain. And, as you'll see in the video, it doesn't have any technically difficult areas either. However, it's a long route and requires good physical fitness, as well as being well-equipped (shoes, hat, water, and food). As we see it, it's one of the The most beautiful hiking trails in Gran Canaria, perfect if you already have some experience in the mountains and want to enjoy the best views from the summit of Gran Canaria.
Technical data of the trail
| Distance | 13,95 km |
| Estimated duration | 3-4 horas |
| Positive gradient | 412 m |
| Difficulty | Media |
| route type | Linear |
| Best time | Spring |
| Ideal for | Hiking or trail running |
⚠️ Basic recommendations before doing this route: always wear appropriate footwear, Sunscreen, enough water (minimum 1,5-2L per person), some food (no stores), hat, windbreaker or coat (the weather can change at any time), and download the track to your mobile or watch before leaving. Remember that In many areas of the summit there is no coverageIt's best to do it in spring, when everything is full of flowers. Avoid foggy days, as the best part of the route is the view of the Sacred Mountains of Gran Canaria., UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Places of interest
- Cross of the Plains: departure and parking point, from where you could also take the bus.
- Rehabilitated trails: very pleasant and fairly flat stretches under the shade of the Canary Island pines.
- Roque Nublo, Tenerife and Roque Bentayga: For 90% of the route, we'll have spectacular panoramic views, and on clear days, we'll even be able to see Tenerife.
- Morro de la Agujerada: views of the highest point of Gran Canaria
- Visitors Center Becerra's Slaughter: One of the best places to see Roque Bentayga and the entire Caldera de Tejeda. Here you can find information about the interpreted routes through our World Heritage Site. It will also soon be a hostel with a cafeteria. You can take advantage of the opportunity to use the restroom and rest.
- Cruz de Tejeda: End of the route. Ideal for stopping for a bite to eat or buying edible souvenirs at the stalls. Here you can take the bus back to Cruz de Los Llanos or Cruz de Tejeda (depending on where you want to start it). In this page you can see the updated schedules.
Track of the hiking route along the summit of Gran Canaria
If you don't know the area, to follow this hiking route along the summit of Gran Canaria We certainly recommend you keep a track. You can then download it. in .gpx format and use apps that read these types of files like Guru Maps or also Garmin type watchesYou can download it below. if you want to support our content and enjoy an epic route.
Remember that you can discover more hiking trails in Gran Canaria on our blog, from easy hikes to more challenging ones all over the island. Follow us on @welovegrancanaria and in our whatsapp channel to stay up to date with more local plans and recommendations.
Where to eat after the hike
A good option to eat after this route is at the town of TejedaWe like La Casa de La Almendra and also Paladar, where you can enjoy traditional dishes like ropavieja. Another good option is to visit San MateoAt Bochinche El Heredero and Bochinche Bodega la Montaña you can enjoy an authentic experience (they are only open on weekends).. And, if you don't mind driving a little further, the Roque Nublo restaurant in La Culata de Tejeda it is a sure success.
Video of the hiking route along the Gran Canaria Summit
Already you have available Our YouTube channel has the full video of this summit hike, from Cruz de Los Llanos to Cruz de Tejeda., with landscapes, tips and all the information you need to do it on your own. Check it out and subscribe to the channel so you don't miss any plans on the island!
Gran Canaria Guides
If you want to continue exploring the most authentic side of Gran Canaria, don't miss our travel guides of the island. They are in digital format and available in Spanish and English. We have daily itineraries, a complete guide, and recommendations for restaurants, beaches, and towns to visit.
Good morning, Ruth. In the track section, there's no link to pay for and download this route, as there is for the other routes. Regards and thank you.
Hi Rosa! Sorry for the inconvenience, it's now fixed 🙂
Hi ! RuthThanks for replying. I really can't find any track with a download link on this linear hike. I've done it with another one and it wasn't a problem, but I can't find it on this one at the linear summit.
Hi Carmen! You're right, a thousand apologies. I did see it because I was logged in as an administrator, but I forgot to publish the track, hehe. It's available now! Enjoy, and thank you so much for the support 🙂
I can't download the track for this route. There's no link.
Hi Carmen! You can find it in the "Route Track" section. It's a small maintenance fee for our project, and it also helps us keep our trails clean. Best regards.