Compromise: 10.6 km on the GC-60 (main road); 4.3 km on the GC-60 near the start/finish (main road) (+9 more).
Where (11 stretches)
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Ride at your own risk. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check the weather, carry what you need, obey traffic law and use your own judgement. Route information is provided as a guide only.
Elevation Profile
0-3%
3-5%
5-7%
7-10%
10%+
Descent
8 Climbs
4 Cat 2, 3 Cat 3, 1 Cat 4
About this route
The mountain classic as a real loop: up through San Bartolomé de Tirajana to the Degollada de Cruz Grande and Ayacata, on to Pico de las Nieves at the island's roof (the road tops out near 1,920 m), then down the east side past Cazadores to Agüimes and back over Temisas and Santa Lucía. About 98 km and 2,900 m of climbing; the GC-60 over Cruz Grande is a main road.
FAQ
Cruz Grande and Pico de las Nieves Loop is a challenging 98.1km road route with 2868m of climbing, better suited to experienced riders with good endurance. Beginners should build up to it on shorter routes first.