Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, a region in the Canary Islands, offers a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor activities. Its unique geography, often referred to as a "miniature continent," features volcanic terrains, extensive pine forests, deep ravines, and varied coastal paths. This rich natural environment provides a setting for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities in Las Palmas De Gran Canaria,…
125
Routes
4.3
(3067)
Average rating
27573
People visited

4.6
(136)
645
hikers
3.72km
01:03
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(97)
425
hikers
14.7km
03:54
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(1047)
4,194
hikers
5.75km
02:04
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(193)
783
hikers
3.42km
01:17
220m
220m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

3.2
(9)
25
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(34)
181
riders
43.3km
03:14
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(8)
101
riders
29.8km
02:45
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(17)
104
riders
27.1km
01:38
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(1)
42
runners
8.92km
00:57
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(22)
946
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(29)
1,087
runners
10.7km
01:11
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
520
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.4
(38)
597
riders
59.6km
03:20
1,220m
1,220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
(25)
325
riders
53.0km
02:53
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
(13)
288
riders
81.6km
04:56
2,130m
2,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(9)
309
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.5
(65)
375
riders
28.9km
01:58
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(45)
214
riders
38.6km
02:46
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(25)
166
riders
52.4km
03:36
550m
550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(74)
333
riders
46.0km
03:15
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

21
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
25
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
12
riders
32.9km
02:24
590m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(2)
10
riders
28.7km
02:11
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes from volcanic terrains to pine forests and coastal paths. There are more than 600 routes available for exploration.
Popular hiking areas include the Bandama Caldera, an extinct volcanic crater offering expansive views, and the Barranco de Azuaje, known for its lush, verdant scenery. The iconic Roque Nublo and Pico de las Nieves also provide significant hiking experiences with panoramic vistas. For more details, consult the Hiking around Las Palmas De Gran Canaria guide.
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria is a renowned destination for road cycling, featuring challenging mountain passes and scenic coastal roads. Routes like the ascent to Pico de las Nieves offer significant elevation gain, while the Tauro Pass and Soria Climb provide steep ascents with switchbacks. The Road Cycling Routes around Las Palmas De Gran Canaria guide provides further information.
Touring cyclists can find scenic coastal roads with ocean views, often combining inland climbs with seaside stretches. The island's diverse geography allows for routes through green valleys, volcanic landscapes, and arid areas. The Cycling around Las Palmas De Gran Canaria guide offers more details on touring options.
Yes, the region offers mountain biking opportunities across its varied terrain. The diverse landscapes, from volcanic areas to forests, provide different challenges for mountain bikers. The MTB Trails around Las Palmas De Gran Canaria guide can assist in finding suitable routes.
Las Canteras beach offers a beautiful urban setting for jogging along its 2-mile (3-kilometer) golden sand promenade. Other trails throughout the region provide varied terrain for joggers. The Running Trails around Las Palmas De Gran Canaria guide lists additional options.
Key natural landmarks include the Bandama Caldera, offering views into an extinct volcano, and Roque Nublo, a massive volcanic rock formation. Pico de las Nieves, the island's highest point, provides panoramic views. The Barranco de los Cernícalos is known for its riparian forest and waterfalls.
Outdoor activities in Las Palmas De Gran Canaria are highly rated on komoot, with an average rating of 4.36 out of 5 stars from more than 5,400 ratings. More than 54,000 visitors have shared their experiences in the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Road Cycling Routes around Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, and Cycling around Las Palmas De Gran Canaria. Guides are also available for running, mountain biking, and gravel biking.
Official tourism information for Las Palmas De Gran Canaria can be found on the city's official tourism website. The official website is www.lpavisit.com. The Ayuntamiento de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (City Council) website is www.laspalmasgc.es.
The general phone number for the Ayuntamiento de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (City Council) is +34 928 446 000. This number can be used for various inquiries related to the city.
The region offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including options for leisurely strolls and less challenging treks. While specific easy routes are not detailed, the diversity of terrain suggests accessible paths are available. Komoot guides often categorize routes by difficulty.

