4 scenic cycling routes in the south of Tenerife

Connect with nature and the road in a unique experience that will take you on the best routes for bike riding in the south of Tenerife. A wide variety of landscapes and incredible vistas await you, all on one island.

Loop trail: Los Cristianos – Montaña del Coto – San Miguel de Abona

If you like adventure, this is the route for you. The route is a circular path some 58.3 kilometres long, and is also ideal at any time of year. It begins on the outskirts of Los Cristianos, passes through Montaña del Coto, continues on to San Miguel de Abona and ends back at the starting point.

Tour of the beaches of Costa Adeje

If you’re looking for a relaxing ride, we encourage you to take this coastal route past the most famous beaches in the south of Tenerife. It starts at the beach Playa de Americas and ends at Caleta beach. On this ride you will see coves, cliffs and a promenade with plenty of places to stop and rest.

Bike through pine forests and black volcanoes

The route runs along the southern ridgeline of Tenerife, which crosses a natural landscape full of pine trees. The path is 16.6 kilometres long. The starting point is in the Contador recreational area, and the route ends in the municipality of Arico, in the so called Volcanes Negros area.

Mountain bike trail: from Santiago del Teide to Chinyero

Ideal for fans of off-road cycling, this route from Santiago del Teide to the Chinyero Special Nature Reserve spans 33 kilometres and combines gentle climbs, challenging descents and stunning landscapes of black volcanic sand.

Categories: Canaries, Travel Tips, Lifestyle, Tenerife