Spain · Canary Islands
Mount Teide
The premier high-altitude training ground for professional teams. A monumental continuous climb from the coast through lava fields up to the shadow of Spain's highest peak.
- Length
- 35.0 km
- Avg gradient
- 6.4%
- Max gradient
- 12%
- Elevation gain
- 2,356 m
- Summit
- 2,356 m
- Hairpins
- 15
Versants
- From El Médano — 35.0 km at 6.7% (max 12%)
History
Teide El Médano is a high Canary Islands climb on Tenerife, ascending to 2,355 m within the Teide National Park. The climb features extreme altitude and volcanic mountain scenery.
The high elevation means thin air and altitude effects. The volcanic landscape is otherworldly, with ash fields and barren terrain.
The climb is a destination for serious cyclists seeking high-altitude riding. The combination of altitude, scenery, and the iconic Teide volcano make it memorable.