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Best Roads

One-day motorcycle itineraries designed by a rider, for riders

Most motorcycle tourists miss Gran Canaria's best roads. They follow generic GPS routes that take them on highways or poorly maintained back roads, arriving at viewpoints at the wrong time of day.

These itineraries are different. Each one has been personally ridden, tested, and refined over dozens of trips. I've cataloged every road condition, timed every segment, and positioned every stop to maximize your riding pleasure.

The Must Buy itineraries cover the island's main attractions in focused day rides — perfect if you only have only one day. The other itineraries explore deeper, revealing hidden gems suited for longer trips. For multi-day adventures, check out our journeys.

Tested routes

Every itinerary personally ridden and refined over multiple trips. Not generated from a map - validated on the road.

Smart pacing

One hour of riding, then a 30-minute break. Refueling, scenic stops, and meals positioned at the right moments.

Sunset timing

Final stops positioned at scenic viewpoints, timed so you arrive during golden hour. End every ride with an unforgettable view.

Road quality

Routes selected for asphalt condition and riding pleasure. Uphill sections on the smoothest roads with the best views.

Original photos

All photos taken on location during actual rides (may take a while). No stock images. What you see is what you'll experience.

Complete package

GPX track for your GPS plus a detailed PDF guide with all stops, timing, points of interest, and local recommendations.

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GC-200: Road with a view of Puerto de Las Nieves

Grand sea itinerary

Riding time 🏍️ 4h 20m Visiting time 🚶 4h Total Km 📍 220 km

Itinerary Scores

Asphalt Quality 9/10
Route Quality 9/10
Landscape 10/10
Buy PDF + GPX — $19.90 (VAT excl.)

Description

The coastal itinerary of Gran Canaria! The whole coastline, desert dunes, small towns, a breathtaking Mirador you'll remember forever, and uses legendary road overhanging the ocean for miles. Afraid of doing too much highway? Don't worry: the right dejourneys have been included to add some of Gran Canaria's most beautiful and fun roads and unforgettable small towns. The itinerary is designed in 4 parts, each about an hour's drive, with fuel stop and lunch in the middle, and refreshment breaks in the other 2 stages. Departure and arrival in Las Palmas.

Included Points of Interest

Mirador del Balcón

Spectacular viewpoint renovated in 2021 with modern boardwalk surrounded by glass over the west coast. Dizzying views of the wild cliffs. On clear days the El Teide volcano is visible.

Latitude: 27.9 Longitude: 27.9

Mirador of Las Dunas

Viewpoint in the Maspalomas area with views of sand dunes and desert landscape. Accessible from Maspalomas with panoramic views of the southern tourist area.

Latitude: 27.7449 Longitude: 27.7449

Port of las Nieves

Fishing village on the northwest coast with ferry port to Tenerife. Maritime facilities with daily connections. Characteristic coastal center with traditional architecture.

Latitude: 28.1017 Longitude: 28.1017

Mirador of La Orilla

Viewpoint located in San Bartolomé de Tirajana with spectacular views of Barranco de Tirajana and Santa Lucia. Peaceful atmosphere surrounded by nature with ideal for photography.

Latitude: 27.9238 Longitude: 27.9238

Los Azulejos by Veneguera

Geological wonder with colorful layers of minerals on the mountain terrain. Spectacular rock formation with bright colors due to different minerals. A hiking destination with unforgettable landscapes.

Latitude: 27.88 Longitude: 27.88

Saint Lucia

Municipality in the south-east of the island with 68,506 inhabitants. Located in mountainous area 27 km from Las Palmas. It includes coastal towns such as Cruce di Sardina and Vecindario. Agricultural area with panoramic views.

Latitude: 27.9122 Longitude: 27.9122

Agaete

Municipality on the northwest coast with 5558 inhabitants. One of the first settlements on the island with archaeological remains. Main port for ferries to Tenerife with a seafaring character.

Latitude: 28.07 Longitude: 28.07

Gallery

GC-200: Road with a view of Puerto de Las Nieves GC-65: Farmland valley before Vecindario GC-65: Church of Saint Lucy GC-65: End of the road before Vecindario GC-65: View near the Mirador El Guriete GC-65: Passage between two rocks GC-65: Intersection for Casas Blancas GC-200: Vegetation and switchbacks on the climb from La Aldea GC-200: A very long, flat but winding stretch before Mogan GC-200: Barren vegetation before Mogan GC-200: A cliff overlooking the sea, with the Dragon's Tail in the background GC-60 View of the road just before San Bartolomé de Tirajana GC-60 Valley between Fataga and San Bartolomé de Tirajana GC 60: the crest of the hill from which the view suddenly opens up to Tenerife’s Mount Teide GC 60: close-up of curves and vegetation in the northernmost section of the road
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