El Tanque, a municipality located in the northwest of Tenerife, Spain, presents a diverse landscape well-suited for various outdoor pursuits. The region is characterized by its rural surroundings, volcanic terrain, and agricultural areas, offering varied settings for exploration. Its unique natural features and tranquil atmosphere provide opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more. Many routes in El Tanque feature open views of the northwest coast.
El Tanque offers…
90
Routes
4.6
(3066)
Average rating
12813
People visited

4.6
(30)
1,478
riders
55.4km
03:31
1,600m
1,590m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.4
(8)
434
riders
41.4km
02:38
1,250m
1,250m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(5)
145
riders
43.4km
02:42
1,180m
1,180m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.8
(5)
106
riders
48.0km
02:59
1,310m
1,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
(1189)
3,777
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.1
(26)
78
hikers
6.24km
01:59
260m
260m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(258)
746
hikers
8.53km
02:37
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(134)
410
hikers
10.5km
02:59
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
26
runners
19.4km
02:36
630m
630m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.8
(8)
122
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
66
runners
23.2km
03:01
870m
870m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.7
(3)
32
runners
9.91km
01:12
270m
270m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(24)
231
riders
47.1km
04:33
890m
890m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(39)
147
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(13)
41
riders
20.9km
01:58
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(7)
20
riders
45.8km
04:49
1,730m
1,730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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5.0
(2)
49
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
26
riders
51.1km
03:55
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

15
riders
42.3km
03:17
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
53.7km
05:02
1,200m
1,200m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(7)
42
hikers
9.77km
03:47
490m
490m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.0
(3)
18
hikers
11.9km
03:51
540m
540m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
11
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

7
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
(6)
62
riders
41.1km
03:05
930m
930m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
69
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
22
riders
39.5km
03:41
1,380m
1,380m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
21
riders
56.1km
05:52
1,140m
1,140m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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El Tanque offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 150 routes across these sports. These activities take place in diverse landscapes, from volcanic terrain to rural areas.
Yes, El Tanque is highly recommended for hiking, with over 100 dedicated hiking routes. These trails traverse traditional paths and rural landscapes, often providing views of the northwest coast. For more information, explore the Hiking around El Tanque guide.
El Tanque features several road cycling routes, characterized by narrow and winding mountain roads. These routes offer challenging and scenic experiences for racing cyclists. A dedicated resource is available in the Road Cycling Routes around El Tanque guide.
Yes, El Tanque offers mountain biking trails that utilize the region's varied terrain, including volcanic landscapes and rural surroundings. There are more than 15 mountain biking routes available. Discover more options in the MTB Trails around El Tanque guide.
El Tanque provides a selection of jogging routes, with more than 15 options available. The diverse natural environment, from rural paths to volcanic areas, offers varied settings for running. Consult the Running Trails around El Tanque guide for more details.
El Tanque is characterized by its rural surroundings, volcanic landscapes, and forests. Notable features include viewpoints such as Mirador Lomo Alto and Mirador El Lagarito, offering views of the coast and midland areas. The region also contains natural monuments and trails.
Outdoor activities in El Tanque are popular on komoot, with more than 30,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes have received over 4,000 ratings, averaging 4.5 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for El Tanque, covering various sports. These include guides for Hiking, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, Running Trails, Gravel biking, Touring Cycling, and Mountain Hikes.
El Tanque offers a range of routes with varying difficulties, including options suitable for less experienced users. For example, there are 3 easy mountain biking routes. The diversity of the more than 150 routes ensures options for different skill levels.
For official information regarding El Tanque, the Portal del Cabildo de Tenerife is a relevant resource. For tourism-related inquiries, the El Tanque Tourist Information Office can be contacted at 922 861 703. The office is located on Avenida Príncipe de España.
Yes, El Tanque provides opportunities for gravel biking, utilizing its varied terrain. There are routes specifically suited for this activity. More details can be found in the Gravel biking around El Tanque guide.
El Tanque includes routes suitable for touring cycling, allowing exploration of the region's landscapes at a more relaxed pace. There are 13 touring cycling routes available. The Cycling around El Tanque guide offers further information.

