If you're looking for Hiking trails in Valsequillo With landscapes of all kinds, this circular route that starts from the town center of Valsequillo, crosses the San Miguel Ravine and goes up to the Tenteniguada Corner y The Mountain (San MateoA very complete route, with demanding inclines, constantly changing panoramas, and a final stretch descending along cobbled paths with views to the Fern Mountain. We tell you everything!
San Miguel Ravine Route, El Rincón and El Montañón, Valsequillo
The adventure begins in the very Valsequillo town center, from where we delve into the San Miguel Ravine to begin a gradual ascent towards the Tenteniguada CornerA route of contrasts: ravine and midlands, all in the same circular path.
Technical data of the route
A challenging route due to the elevation changes, but very rewarding in terms of scenery. Here are the technical data extracted from our GPS watch during the training:
| Distance | 11,15 Km |
| Approximate duration | 2h30-3h at trail running pace, 4-5h walking |
| Total promotion | + 689m |
| Level | High difficulty due to the accumulated elevation gain; technical terrain in some sections |
| Circular | Yes |
| Rooftop dining room | No |
| Suitable for children | Not recommended due to the elevation change and distance |
⚠️ Safety notice: Carries enough water and a hat, in as much as There is hardly any shade along the routeExcept for a few specific points in the ravine. The incline is demanding, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear and bring food. As always, we ask for your utmost respect for the natural and agricultural environment along this route.
Places of interest along the route through the Barranco de San Miguel and El Montañón, Valsequillo
In his slightly more than 10 kilometersThis route offers one of the most complete changes in scenery on the island. During the tour we will pass through:
- Valsequillo Town Center and San Miguel Ravine: We set off walking from the village itself (we'll mark where on the track) and went into the ravine, with the first views towards the San Miguel ravine.
- Ascent towards the Tenteniguada Corner: The toughest part of the route begins, climbing with increasingly open views towards the Roques Saucillo and Roque Grande, two of the landscape landmarks of this mid-altitude area.
- Barranco del Agua: From the Tenteniguada Corner we connect with this beautiful path where this spectacular waterfall is hidden (it doesn't have water in summer).
- The mountain, with views of San Mateo: We reached the top of the trail, where the landscape opens up completely. From here the views reach San Mateo and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria On the clearest days. Furthermore, for much of the route we will also have a beautiful panoramic view of the Telde coast and Helechal Mountain.
- Descent along the cobbled path: The most iconic section of the entire route. We descend from El Montañón along this historic cobbled path, an old communication route between the midlands, until we reach the Fern Mountain, now heading back towards the town of Valsequillo.
Track of the route through the Barranco de San Miguel and El Montañón, Valsquillo
So you can follow the route safely, we recommend you download the track in .GPX formatYou can track it on your smartwatch or use it on your mobile phone with apps like Guru Maps. If you have any questions about how to do this, in this guide We explain step by step how to easily follow a track.
📌 Important Note: The track we're sharing here is slightly trimmed and adapted Compared to the route we took in the video (when we went among the bars), this one is designed to be more comfortable and accessible. It also shares a section of approximately 1-2 kilometers with the Almond Blossom Route.
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Where to eat after the route
After the exertion of descending the cobbled path, it's time to recover our energy. This time we went to La CantinaIn Valsequillo, a hidden gem within the football field that's well worth a visit. They specialize in Italian cuisine, though they also have iconic dishes like the salad and its meatloaf croquettesThey make the filled pasta themselves (and also the tagliatelle and the...) Lasagna). For dessert, don't miss the dark chocolate mousseAnd if you're lucky, maybe you can try the Loquats with mascarpone from Sandro (depending on the season).
If you want more options, remember that we have a list of restaurants in Valsequillo with our favorites.
Video of the route: Barranco de San Miguel and El Montañón, Valsequillo
To give you an idea of the landscapes and terrain you'll encounter on this route, here's a video of this adventure. Give it a try! playJoin us on the route and don't forget subscribe to our YouTube channel!
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