{"id":2574,"date":"2024-10-01T13:05:36","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T13:05:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sendaecoway.com\/senderos-teide"},"modified":"2024-10-14T07:39:23","modified_gmt":"2024-10-14T07:39:23","slug":"teide-trails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sendaecoway.com\/en\/blog\/senderos-teide\/","title":{"rendered":"41 trails to get to know Teide in depth"},"content":{"rendered":"

Undoubtedly, the Teide National Park is the place that most identifies Tenerife.<\/strong>not only for being declared a Unesco World Heritage Site in 2007 with the status of a natural property<\/strong>The enjoyment it will transmit to you at all times, through its sublime landscapes, which will seem to you to be from another planet:<\/p>\n

The possibility of breathing the fresh air of the highest peak in Spain; and the feeling of walking among volcanic lava.<\/p>\n

If you are a lover of adventuring in new places, do not hesitate to read this post, as it will provide you with all the key information, so that you have a previous knowledge, before you start your adventure. discover the 41 most spectacular trails in Teide National Park<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It should also be noted that, if you wish to live a unique and incomparable experience, these are more than enough reasons for you not to think twice and enter this majestic National Park.<\/p>\n

Consequently, What are you waiting for to discover and explore these paradisiacal routes? <\/strong><\/p>\n

The history and facts to consider of the Teide National Park<\/h2>\n

As is well known, the Teide National Park<\/strong>whose The area is almost 19,000 hectares<\/strong>is located in the centre of the island of Chicharras, at a distance of average altitude of 2,000 metres<\/strong>, y its summit represents the highest peak in Spain, at 3,718 metres.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It has a wealth of fauna and flora<\/strong>The park is home to a great diversity of endemic Canarian species and species exclusive to the park.<\/p>\n

It is also worth mentioning that the Teide National Park offers a wide range of activities to do, such as, for example:<\/p>\n

Stargazing<\/strong><\/a>This is an ideal experience for anyone who likes to contemplate the night sky, enjoy the stars from Las Ca\u00f1adas del Teide and observe the stars in the best possible conditions.<\/p>\n

And also, trails<\/strong>The park administration offers you guided and self-guided routes, with the aim of resolving any doubts that may arise, as well as making your stay in the park as pleasant as possible.<\/p>\n

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The 41 most spectacular trails in the Teide National Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Subsequently, we provide you with a list with information on the 41 sublime trails<\/strong> that you can do in the majestic Teide National Park<\/strong>in addition to a topographical map <\/strong>in which you will see most of these routes reflected. Without a doubt, you can't miss them, or you'll regret it.<\/p>\n

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Fortress Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Fortress Path<\/strong><\/a> starts at the El Portillo Visitor Centre and ends at the Cuesta de La Fortaleza (border of the National Park). <\/p>\n

This route has a duration<\/strong> approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, in a linear state, covering a length of 5.5 km.<\/p>\n

Referring to its difficulty<\/strong>It is important to know that it is low, without risk. And this one has a maximum gradient of 175 metres downhill.<\/p>\n

It also has connections<\/strong> with footpaths 2, 4 6, 22, 24, 25, 29, 33 and GR TF131.<\/p>\n

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Through this trail, you will have the opportunity to appreciate flora and fauna<\/strong>such as: the shrike and pimelia<\/strong> which are abundant, as well as more features of the park.<\/p>\n

Black Sands Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Black Sands Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts and ends at the El Portillo Visitor Centre. <\/p>\n

It has a duration<\/strong> of exactly 3 hours (circuit), covering a length of 6 km.<\/p>\n

With regard to its difficulty<\/strong>It should be noted that it is low, although attention must be paid, as there is a steep section. This path has a maximum gradient of 257 metres.<\/p>\n

In turn, it has connections<\/strong> with footpaths 1, 4, 37 and GR 131 (the old Camino Real de Chasna).<\/p>\n

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It should be noted that this route offers a spectacular panoramic view of the National Park.<\/strong>as well as Llano de Maja. <\/p>\n

It is also a fantastic place to see the action of the sea of clouds brought by the trade winds over the Orotava Valley, and also to observe the island of La Palma.<\/p>\n

The flora<\/strong> The most common part of this route consists of the broom, the laburnum, the rose bush at the summit<\/strong>etc. And as for the fauna<\/strong>you will be able to observe kestrels, mosquito nets<\/strong>among others.<\/p>\n

Roques de Garc\u00eda Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Roques de Garc\u00eda Trail<\/strong><\/a> begins and ends at the Mirador de La Ruleta. <\/p>\n

It has a duration<\/strong> 2 hours (circuit), with a length of 3.6 km.<\/p>\n

With regard to their level of difficulty<\/strong>This is an average walk, as there is a steep uphill section at the end of the path, if it is done in an anti-clockwise direction. It has a maximum gradient of 167 metres.<\/p>\n

This trail covers connections<\/strong> with others, such as 23 and 26.<\/p>\n

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Through this trail, we will have the possibility to observe the authenticity of the volcanic rocks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The flora<\/strong> that we can find on this route is very diverse and representative of Las Ca\u00f1adas, such as: broom, broomcorns, codleaf, straw grasses and wattles<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n

Siete Ca\u00f1adas Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Siete Ca\u00f1adas Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts at the El Portillo Visitor Centre and ends at the Ca\u00f1ada Blanca Visitor Centre. <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is about 4 - 5 hours, covering a length of 16.6 km.<\/p>\n

In terms of its difficulty<\/strong> is low. And it has a maximum height difference of 169 metres.<\/p>\n

It should be noted that this route has connections<\/strong> with footpaths 1, 2, 5, 16 and GR 131 (the old Camino Real de Chasna).<\/p>\n

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It is useful to know that, since pre-Hispanic times<\/strong>, this path was used to cross the island from north to south.<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

Along the route we also find the remains of shepherds' shelters and majestic views of Mount Teide.<\/p>\n

The flora<\/strong> The most common is the spicy tajinaste with a beautiful blue blossom in June.<\/p>\n

Path of Degollada de Guajara<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Degollada de Guajara Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts at the Siete Ca\u00f1adas path (n\u00ba4), and ends at Degollada de Guajara. <\/p>\n

It has a total duration of 1 hour, with a length of 1.3 km.<\/p>\n

Its level of difficulty<\/strong> is high. It has a maximum height difference of 205 metres.<\/p>\n

There is connections<\/strong> with other footpaths, such as the 4, 8, 15 and GR 131 (the old Camino Real de Chasna).<\/p>\n

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It should be noted that the observation from La Degollada is majestic<\/strong>with wide views of the Teide National Park and the southern slopes of the island.  <\/p>\n

Los Tomillos Mountain Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Tomillos Mountain Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts at the Fortaleza trail (n\u00ba1) and ends at the Monta\u00f1a Blanca trail (n\u00ba7). <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is 2 hours 30 minutes, thus covering a total length of 5.2 km.<\/p>\n

The difficulty <\/strong>of this is medium. It has a maximum ascent of 473 metres.<\/p>\n

This route has connections<\/strong> with paths 1, 7, 22, 24 and 27.<\/p>\n

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It should be noted that this route has a certain historical value<\/strong>It was the ancient path used by the first explorers and the sulphur and iron collectors on their continuous ascents of Mount Teide.<\/p>\n

Vegetation<\/strong> characteristic are broom and laburnum<\/strong>. And it is worth knowing that, in the final stretch of the route<\/strong>near Monta\u00f1a Blanca, grows one of the<\/strong> botanical jewels of the park<\/strong>known as the Teide violet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

White Mountain Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The White Mountain Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts at Km 40.2 on the TF-21 road and ends at the Rambleta - Fortaleza viewpoint (3,537 metres). <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is 5 hours and 30 minutes, thus covering a length of 8.2 km.<\/p>\n

The difficulty<\/strong> is high. And it has a maximum ascent of 1,186 metres.<\/p>\n

There is connections <\/strong>with paths 6 and 11.<\/p>\n

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Without a doubt, this is the The most striking and most used trail in the National Park.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It should be borne in mind that this This route is only and exclusively recommended for people in good physical condition.<\/strong> and not recommended for people with heart problems.<\/p>\n

Vegetation<\/strong> fundamental are brooms<\/strong>The route is accompanied by the same light that accompanies us all the way until we reach an altitude of 3,400 metres, when it seems to disappear completely. <\/p>\n

However, it should be noted that, at higher altitudes, certain species of flora arrive<\/strong>such as: Magarza and Teide violets<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

El Filo Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Path of El Filo<\/strong><\/a> starts at km 38.5 of the TF-24 road and ends at Degollada de Guajara (paths 5 and 15). <\/p>\n

It covers a duration<\/strong> 5 to 7 hours, with a length of 14.3 km.<\/p>\n

Its level of difficulty <\/strong>is moderate. And it has a maximum downhill gradient of 266 metres.<\/p>\n

There is connections<\/strong> with footpaths 5, 15, 37 and GR 131 (the old Camino Real de Chasna).<\/p>\n

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It should be noted that this route runs along the edge of the Ca\u00f1adas wall, taking advantage of an old forest track along the way<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

In addition, you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views, especially to the south, which opens up a beautiful landscape of pine forests.<\/p>\n

Along the way you will come across a geomorphological and botanical extent<\/strong>Therefore, do not blink and be prepared for their observation.<\/p>\n

Teide-Pico Viejo Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Teide-Pico Viejo Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts at La Rambleta (3,500 metres, Mirador de Pico Viejo) and ends at km 3.2 of the TF-38 road (Mirador de Las Narices del Teide). <\/p>\n

It has a duration<\/strong> 4 to 6 hours, with a length of 9.6 km.<\/p>\n

Its level of difficulty<\/strong> is extreme. And this one has a maximum drop of 1,450 metres downhill.<\/p>\n

This route has connections <\/strong>with paths 12, 18, 23, 23, 28, 32 and 38.  <\/p>\n

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This intrepid excursion allows the hiker to walk through the volcanic lava flows from medieval times that came out of the crater of Mount Teide<\/strong>You can also fully enjoy the solemn crater of Pico Viejo with its 800 metres in diameter.<\/p>\n

Telesforo Bravo Path<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Telesforo Bravo Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts from La Rambleta (3,550 metres) to Pico del Teide (3,718 metres). <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is relatively short, taking a total of 40 minutes, thus covering a length of 653 metres.<\/p>\n

The level of difficulty<\/strong> is high. It has a maximum ascent of 168 metres.<\/p>\n

There is connections <\/strong>with paths 11 and 12.<\/p>\n

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It should be borne in mind that, for the safety of visitors and the preservation of the area<\/strong>access from La Rambleta to the highest point of the Peak is not allowed, unless you have a special permit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, as this is a higher level trail, it is advisable to take precautionary measures<\/strong>It is advisable to walk at a leisurely pace and to stop frequently to rest. <\/p>\n

It is really worth it, as once you are at the top you will be able to see some honourable panoramic views of Tenerife and other islands.<\/p>\n

La Fortaleza Viewpoint Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

La Fortaleza Viewpoint Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts from La Rambleta (3,550 metres) to the Mirador de La Fortaleza viewpoint. <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is 25 minutes, so it is 664 metres long.<\/p>\n

The level of difficulty<\/strong> of this route is medium. And it has a maximum gradient of 50 metres.<\/p>\n

This route has connections<\/strong> with paths 7, 10 and 12.<\/p>\n

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It should be noted that, from the viewpoint you can contemplate<\/strong>The view of the cliffs of La Fortaleza and a panoramic view of the east of the island, weather permitting.<\/p>\n

Likewise, through this viewpoint, you will be able to appreciate the presence of the trade winds on the northern slopes of Tenerife<\/strong>The clouds form a beautiful and eye-catching sea of clouds.<\/p>\n

Pico Viejo Viewpoint Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Pico Viejo Viewpoint Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts at La Rambleta (3,550 metres) and ends at the Pico Viejo viewpoint. <\/p>\n

It covers a duration<\/strong> 30 minutes, making it 781 metres long.<\/p>\n

The level of difficulty <\/strong>is medium. And it has a maximum height difference of 58 metres.<\/p>\n

There is connections <\/strong>with paths 9, 10 and 11.<\/p>\n

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From this viewpoint<\/strong>You will have the opportunity to enjoy a magnificent view of the crater of Pico Viejo and the western sector of Tenerife.<\/p>\n

On the other side, you will see the Lava Negras lava flow, and to the west you will see El Chinyero, the last volcanic eruption on the island of Chicharras.<\/p>\n

At days of clarity<\/strong>is it is possible to observe the islands of La Gomera and El Hierro.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Samara Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Samara Trail<\/strong><\/a> begins and ends at km 7.5 of the TF-38 road. <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, thus covering a length of 4.6 km.<\/p>\n

The level of difficulty <\/strong>is medium, so pay attention, as there is a steep section.<\/p>\n

The route features connections<\/strong> with footpaths 32 and 38.  <\/p>\n

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It should be noted that at the beginning of the tour you can climb to the summit of the Samara volcano.<\/strong>from which you will see incredible panoramic views<\/strong> of various volcanic cones, as well as Teide and Pico Viejo. <\/p>\n

You will also be able to contemplate the beautiful Canarian pine forest.<\/p>\n

Visit flora<\/strong> The following stand out in addition to pines, broom, broom, laburnum and rosebushes of summits<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

With regard to the fauna<\/strong>are appreciated. kestrels and wood lizards<\/strong>; as well as frequent birds<\/strong> of the area, such as: canary warbler, great crested pipit, blue tit and reed warbler<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Alto de Guamaso Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Alto de Guamaso Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts at Km 42.3 of the TF-24 road and ends at the Portillo crossroads. <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a length of 3 km.<\/p>\n

The difficulty<\/strong> is low. And it has a maximum height difference of 63 metres.<\/p>\n

There is connections<\/strong> with the GR 131 path (former Royal Road of Chasna).  <\/p>\n

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This comfortable and eye-catching route embodies a beautiful and breathtaking view of the Orotava Valley and the sea of clouds<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

It is also a good place to observe the transition from Canary Island pine forest to high mountain scrubland.<\/p>\n

Alto de Guajara Trail<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Alto de Guajara Trail<\/strong><\/a> The route starts at La Degollada de Guajara (footpath no. 5), and continues to La Degollada de Ucanca (footpath no. 31). <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is 2 hours and 30 minutes, thus covering a length of 3.7 km.<\/p>\n

The level of difficulty <\/strong>is high. And it has a maximum height difference of 352 metres.<\/p>\n

The following are established connections <\/strong>with footpaths 5, 8, 31 and GR 131 (the old Camino Real de Chasna).<\/p>\n

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From this route,<\/strong> you will be able to contemplate the<\/strong> best panoramic view of the volcanoes Teide, Pico Viejo and Monta\u00f1a Blanca<\/strong>The Caldera de Las Ca\u00f1adas is also well worth a visit.<\/p>\n

It should be noted that, on clear days<\/strong>, the remaining islands of the Canary Archipelago can be seen.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Sanatorium<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Sanatorium Trail<\/strong><\/a> It starts at Km 43.3 of the TF-21 road and ends at the Siete Ca\u00f1adas path (n\u00ba4). <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a total length of 4.6 km.<\/p>\n

This route has a level of difficulty <\/strong>low. It has a maximum height difference of 100 metres.<\/p>\n

There is connections<\/strong> with footpaths 4, 19 and 39.<\/p>\n

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It is worth noting that the dome lavas of Monta\u00f1a Blanca, with their different shapes, stand out on this path.<\/p>\n

With regard to its flora<\/strong>There is an abundance of broom, broomcorns, rosebushes, broomcorns and straw grasses<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It should be noted that in spring and summer<\/strong>this is a good place to note the large number of insects that take advantage of the flowering period<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Igueque<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Igueque Trail<\/strong><\/a> starts at km 33.3 of the TF-24 road and ends at La Crucita (km 30 of the TF-24 road). <\/p>\n

Your duration<\/strong> is 1 hour 20 minutes, thus covering a length of 2.7 km.<\/p>\n

The level of difficulty <\/strong>is medium. And this route has a maximum difference in altitude of 258 metres.<\/p>\n

The route presents a link<\/strong> with footpath 21.<\/p>\n

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This trail gives you the opportunity to contemplate the contrasts between the southern slopes of the island<\/strong>with the G\u00fc\u00edmar Valley as the protagonist, and the north face<\/strong>with the beautiful Orotava Valley.<\/p>\n

It should be noted that, canary pine trees are common<\/strong>especially at the end of the trail, at La Crucita.<\/p>\n

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