Roque Bentayga

Start Town	Altitude	Elevation Gain	Length	Gradient	Difficulty	Rating
El Chorrillo	1180m	565m	7.7 km	7.3%	444	****

Climb Description

The climb to Roque Bentayga is not one of the most popular cycling climbs in Gran Canaria, largely because you first have to descend to the small village of El Chorrillo, before climbing back up the same way. It's not a very appealing option for riders who have reached the Aserrador pass with already tired legs!.

However, if you feel strong enough, it is well worth the effort. The narrow road is full of twists and turns which are a lot of fun to ride and there are beautiful open views throughout. The volcanic rock formations are particularly impressive - including the distinctive Roque Bentyaga which the climb is named after!

Roque Bentayga is open throughout the year.

Roads & Traffic

The road surface is generally in good condition.

There is very little traffic throughout the climb.

Alternative Routes

This is the only way to climb to Roque Bentayga on a road bike.

Nearby Climbs

Aserrador

Pico de las Nieves

Pinos de Gáldar

San Bartolomé

Ayagaures

Mogán

Risco Grande

Cruz de Tejeda

Cycling Holidays

Roque Bentayga can be climbed as a route option on our cycling holiday to Gran Canaria.

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