Vuelta al Cumbre Vieja por la pista Oeste y la pista del Cabrito — circular por el Parque Natural de Cumbre Vieja
Vuelta al Cumbre Vieja por la pista Oeste y la pista del Cabrito — circular por el Parque Natural de Cumbre Vieja
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Vuelta al Cumbre Vieja por la pista Oeste y la pista del Cabrito — circular por el Parque Natural de Cumbre Vieja
03:46
36.3km
880m
Mountain biking
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 31, 2024
Tips
Includes a very steep uphill segment
You may need to push your bike.
After 34.9 km for 242 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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145 m
Refugio del Pilar
Highlight • Mountain Hut
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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24.4 km
Lavafeld
Highlight • Natural Monument
I RECOMMEND GOING TO MENDO AND GO DOWN ON ASPHALT.
Don't forget to bring water and sun protection with you, since the trail may present some slopes and uneven terrain that, depending on your level, will force you to get off the bike. IF YOU DECIDE TO GO DOWN TO THE MIDDLE OF THE TRACK YOU WILL FIND THE LANDSLIDES AND THEN TO RETURN THE POSITIVE SLOPE IS 14%
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29.7 km
Hoyo de la Sima
Highlight • Volcano
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34.6 km
Llano del Jable Astronomical Viewpoint
Highlight • Viewpoint
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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36.3 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
33.1 km
1.40 km
926 m
755 m
177 m
Surfaces
23.1 km
10.6 km
1.92 km
755 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,580 m)
Lowest point (980 m)
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Trail Reviews
Stormy today, east wind including Sahara dust in the air. It's good when the local guide chooses a suitable route, again we go with Bike&Fun. So today a lap around the Cumbre Vieja, the southern volcano route between El Paso and Fuencaliente. Except for a short trail right at the beginning, everything was piste, but what does that mean here! Along the east flank coarse gravel, gullies, sand, so always on sight and with a good feeling in the butt 😂. Ideal terrain for me to get used to the rental bike. Above Fuencaliente we switch to the west side of the Cumbre, we bite our way up several meters of altitude, much much deeper sand 🥵, but I know that the best view of the new volcano 🌋 comes somewhere! Before that, the yellow Flash, a special endemic horned clover, makes a sensational impression on the black lava floor. A dream day! At the end of the tour, I stand a little wistfully in front of a closed sign. An epic downhill to Los Llanos began here in 2018. Currently closed, but will definitely be back!