Cruz de Tejeda

Start Town	Altitude	Elevation Gain	Length	Gradient	Difficulty	Rating
Tamaraceite	1517m	1152m	23.5 km	4.9%	1084	****

Climb Description

The climb takes a variety of back roads, starting near the town of Tamaraceite (Las Palmas), to reach the scenic viewpoint of Cruz de Tejeda. It avoids the busier roads around the capital of Gran Canaria and has pleasant scenery throughout, with impressive open views in places.

The climb is long and inconsistent, with a particularly steep section between 8km and 10km, where the gradient is well into double figures for long periods. This is a challenging, but rewarding climb that is well worth considering if you are staying in or around Las Palmas.

The last section is particualrly impressive, with fine views through open scenery as you approach the Cruz de Tejeda viewpoint. From here it is also possible to continue all the way to Pico de las Nieves - the highest point on the island.

Roads & Traffic

The road surface is a bit inconsistent. It is generally in very good condition, but there are a few shortish sections where it is rough or cracked. Even the rougher sections though are absolutely fine to ride on a road bike.

There is very little traffic throughout the climb.

Alternative Routes

Cruz de Tejeda is on the center of the island and can be reached by literally dozens of different routes. Another route from the north of the island also starts from Tamarceite and takes the GC-211 road.

Cruz de Tejeda is also situated just a short distance from the various climbs to Pinos de Gáldar and Pico de las Nieves.

Nearby Climbs

Pico de las Nieves

Pinos de Gáldar

San Bartolomé

Temisas

Aserrador

Roque Bentayga

Risco Grande

Cycling Holidays

Our cycling holiday to Gran Canaria spends two nights at the Parador Hotel at Cruz de Tejada. On it we ride the last part of the climb from this side.

In the links below you can find out more about this tour and other similar holidays that we are currently running in Spain.