TEIDE
Running Route
Hard
25.33 km
1,575 m
Beginning from the Cañada Blanca visitor centre, this circular route is one for the high altitude lovers as it takes in some 1575m in climbing along it’s 25km length!
The long ascent to Pico del Teide’s summit at 3715m travels up a lunar like, volcanic landscape. Steep in some sections, the atmospheric conditions harden the further up you go and the wild volcano vegetation can seem torrid, although the scenery en route to the peak
makes the run (or hike, depending on your level of fitness) well worth the effort. Running across ancient lava rivers, you will pass fumaroles that will add a wild side to your excursion, and the smell of sulphur will remind you at times that Teide is an active volcano, even though it is dormant.
Once your sweat has dried, bottles have been refilled and you have clawed yourself away from the incredible summit views, prepare yourselves for a wild, quad busting descent that will test your leg strength as well as shoe grip. Returning to the start along the path of the main road, which may be a more appealing option if your legs have gone.
The third highest volcano in the world measuring from the bottom of the ocean and a National Park that extends the length and breadth of its slopes is a treasure worth
discovering and an ideal place for those who love visiting the unknown.
The long ascent to Pico del Teide’s summit at 3715m travels up a lunar like, volcanic landscape. Steep in some sections, the atmospheric conditions harden the further up you go and the wild volcano vegetation can seem torrid, although the scenery en route to the peak
makes the run (or hike, depending on your level of fitness) well worth the effort. Running across ancient lava rivers, you will pass fumaroles that will add a wild side to your excursion, and the smell of sulphur will remind you at times that Teide is an active volcano, even though it is dormant.
Once your sweat has dried, bottles have been refilled and you have clawed yourself away from the incredible summit views, prepare yourselves for a wild, quad busting descent that will test your leg strength as well as shoe grip. Returning to the start along the path of the main road, which may be a more appealing option if your legs have gone.
The third highest volcano in the world measuring from the bottom of the ocean and a National Park that extends the length and breadth of its slopes is a treasure worth
discovering and an ideal place for those who love visiting the unknown.
Created By
Seana Forbes
