Santa Úrsula is a region located on the north coast of Tenerife, characterized by its diverse topography that ranges from sea level to higher elevations, offering varied landscapes for outdoor pursuits. The area features lush greenery, volcanic terrain, and dramatic coastal cliffs, providing a natural setting for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. Its position offers panoramic views of the Orotava Valley and Mount Teide, shaping the routes and trails available.
98
Routes
4.4
(520)
Average rating
4482
People visited

5.0
(10)
717
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(10)
448
riders
98.2km
05:27
2,030m
2,030m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
207
riders
138km
08:41
3,870m
3,870m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(3)
96
riders
67.5km
03:58
1,540m
1,540m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.4
(7)
40
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(5)
96
riders
54.4km
05:34
1,490m
1,490m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(9)
31
riders
20.2km
02:07
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
9
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(1)
2
riders
45.1km
04:52
800m
1,000m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
55.9km
05:57
1,970m
1,970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
5
riders
17.1km
01:41
370m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
12
riders
21.6km
01:54
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(233)
904
hikers
14.0km
04:26
470m
470m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.9
(37)
153
hikers
6.04km
01:45
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(15)
45
hikers
8.39km
02:52
390m
390m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(16)
45
hikers
8.95km
03:01
400m
400m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.2
(9)
63
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(7)
57
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
60
riders
47.1km
03:37
1,220m
1,220m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

56
riders
89.8km
06:31
1,940m
1,940m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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70
runners
10.7km
01:31
410m
410m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

35
runners
19.4km
03:07
1,250m
1,250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
32
runners
27.3km
03:16
660m
660m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
(3)
24
runners
14.2km
01:32
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(4)
24
hikers
11.0km
04:22
580m
580m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(3)
19
hikers
10.1km
03:58
540m
540m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

8
hikers
9.13km
04:59
890m
890m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

2
hikers
5.88km
01:48
200m
200m
Moderate mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Santa Úrsula offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse topography supports routes from sea level to higher elevations. More than 50 routes are available for exploration.
Outdoor routes in Santa Úrsula are highly regarded on komoot, with an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 stars. Over 32,000 visitors have shared their experiences, contributing to more than 2,500 ratings for the available tours.
Yes, komoot provides several guides to help plan outdoor adventures in Santa Úrsula. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes around Santa Úrsula and Hiking around Santa Úrsula. Additional guides cover Mountain Biking, Touring Cycling, Running, Gravel Biking, and Mountain Hikes.
Santa Úrsula provides diverse road cycling opportunities, ranging from scenic sea-level rides to challenging mountain ascents towards Mount Teide. Routes often utilize well-maintained secondary asphalt roads with minimal traffic. These routes offer varying elevations and views through forests and traditional villages.
Yes, Santa Úrsula features challenging road cycling routes that ascend towards Mount Teide, with some climbs reaching over 6,500 feet (2,000 meters) from sea level. These routes are also used by professional riders for training. For more details, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Santa Úrsula guide.
The region offers numerous hiking trails through diverse landscapes, including coastal walks and routes within protected natural areas. Hikers can explore unique flora and fauna in areas like the Special Nature Reserve of Las Palomas. Trails accommodate various difficulty levels, from casual strolls to more demanding treks.
Santa Úrsula is known for its panoramic vistas of the Orotava Valley, the majestic Mount Teide, and the Atlantic Ocean. Key natural features include the rugged coastline with giant cliffs and protected areas like the Laderas de Santa Úrsula and Los Organos. These areas boast diverse vegetation and interesting geomorphic features.
Yes, Santa Úrsula's terrain supports mountain biking with routes that explore the island's natural landscape. These trails can combine plain and volcanic areas, woods, and challenging descents. The MTB Trails around Santa Úrsula guide provides more information.
Yes, the extensive network of road cycling routes and the ability to explore different towns and natural attractions make Santa Úrsula suitable for touring cyclists. These routes allow for exploration at a leisurely pace, experiencing local culture and scenery. A dedicated Cycling around Santa Úrsula guide is available.
Yes, Santa Úrsula encompasses several protected natural areas, including the Special Nature Reserve of Las Palomas and the Protected Landscapes of Las Lagunetas and Costa de Acentejo. Other significant areas are the Laderas de Santa Úrsula, Los Organos, and Altos del Valle de Güímar Nature Park. These areas offer immense environmental and scenic value.
The official website for the municipality of Santa Úrsula is www.santaursula.es. The phone number for the Santa Úrsula Municipality / City Hall is +34 922 30 16 40.

