Epic Masca – Garachico Loop

Epic Masca – Garachico Loop – 86,9 Km, 2,564 m elevation – cycling route Tenerife

Route at a glance

Distance86,9 Km
Elevation2,564 m
Time3H35M
DifficultyHard
Bike typeRoad bike
StartPuerto de Santiago

Route tags

  • Climbs
  • Scenic
  • Advanced
  • Epic
  • Coastal

Recommended bike for this route

Lightweight carbon road bike with compact gearing (32–34t cassette) for Tenerife climbs.

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A legendary loop through the island's wildest terrain — steep climbs, dramatic descents, and some of the most awe-inspiring views in Tenerife. For serious legs and scenic souls.

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Planning your ride

Check weather and wind before you go — especially on Teide above 2,000 m. Start early to avoid heat, traffic, and afternoon trade winds. Download the GPX below and charge your GPS or phone.

Ride planning

Puerto de Santiago

7-day forecast · Canary Islands

Today

30°

Today

30°

21°

1355%

Sat

29°

21°

155%

Sun

28°

20°

70%

Mon

26°

20°

80%

Tue

25°

19°

90%

Wed

26°

19°

90%

Thu

26°

19°

90%

Forecast for Puerto de Santiago (coast). Mountain and Teide conditions can differ — check Windy or AEMET before long climbs.

Detailed wind and mountain forecasts:WindyAEMETOpen-Meteo

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