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Canary Islands
Isla De La Palma
Breña Alta

Refugio El Pilar Picnic Area – Refugio del Pilar loop from San Pedro de Breña Alta

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Bike touring routes & trails
Spain
Canary Islands
Isla De La Palma
Breña Alta

Refugio El Pilar Picnic Area – Refugio del Pilar loop from San Pedro de Breña Alta

Hard

4.7

(21)

86

riders

Refugio El Pilar Picnic Area – Refugio del Pilar loop from San Pedro de Breña Alta

03:11

35.3km

1,400m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 28, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.9 km for 104 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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471 m

Parador de La Palma Gardens

Highlight • Natural

The official hiking trail follows the road to the Parador parking lot.

A detour into the park below the hotel is worthwhile ;-)

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2

15.2 km

View of Llano de la Venta

Highlight • Viewpoint

3

16.6 km

El Pilar Recreation Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Popular bike route to change the island side. At the top there is a large rest/parking lot with barbecue facilities. Various hiking routes also start from there. The descent to the east side can often be wet and very cold when the clouds hang in. Unfortunately, the road to the west side is in poor condition. A pothole can sometimes be overlooked due to shade or changes in the sun. From time to time cars come towards you. So be careful on the curves as it is a narrow road.

PS: The road has been completely renewed from both sides! A dream!

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17.9 km

Refugio El Pilar Picnic Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice picnic area. Several barbecue areas built in huts. So you have protection from the sun or rain. Includes table and benches.

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17.9 km

Refugio del Pilar

Highlight • Mountain Hut

In our case it was the starting point of two of our E-Bike routes. From there and with easy access for vehicles and with free parking you have infinite possibilities to explore the island.

The Refugio del Pilar is a well-known landmark on the island of La Palma, located in the Caldera de Taburiente National Park. This refuge is located in a strategic place in the middle of the caldera, surrounded by impressive mountainous landscapes and virgin nature.

El Refugio del Pilar is a popular place for hikers and nature lovers who want to explore the beauty of the National Park. It serves as a starting point or stop for various routes and trails that cross the Caldera de Taburiente.

The refuge has basic facilities for visitors, such as rest areas, camping areas and basic services. It is an ideal place to take a break, enjoy a picnic or spend the night if you are doing a longer expedition in the park.

From the Refugio del Pilar, visitors can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountain landscapes and the Caldera de Taburiente in all its splendor. It is also a common starting point to ascend to the highest peaks on the island, such as Roque de los Muchachos, where the famous Astrophysical Observatory is located.

If you plan to visit the Refugio del Pilar, make sure you take with you everything you need for your stay, such as water, food, camping equipment, and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. In addition, it is important to respect the natural environment and follow the regulations and recommendations established by the park authorities.

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6

19.5 km

The spectacular viewpoint offers a magnificent view of the Aridane Valley. In front and towards the sea are the towns of El Paso and Los Llanos. In the background, the landscape is framed by the ridge of the Caldera de Taburiente and the Pico Bejenado in front of it.
But the Mirador is also worth a visit at night as an astronomical viewpoint. Due to its remote location and the height above the sea, it offers very good conditions for stargazing.
Thanks to the generous parking facilities, the viewpoint is also a good starting point for hikes (e.g. to the nearby volcanic peaks of Pico Birigoyo or the Bernardino volcano).

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24.0 km

'You Are My Nr. 1' Road Message

Highlight • Structure

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You're almost there!
Du bist fast da!

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35.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.1 km

2.61 km

420 m

137 m

Surfaces

34.6 km

397 m

159 m

127 m

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Highest point (1,480 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Thursday 25 June

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21°C

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