Gran Canaria is the third-largest island in the Canaries’ archipelago, but accounts for almost half the population and is a continent in miniature, with a dramatic variation of terrain, ranging from the green and leafy north to the mountainous interior and desert south. The centre has dramatic mountains while contrasting with these unspoiled peaks and valleys is a rugged coastline interspersed with white sandy beaches.
The course of the middle distance triathlon will be challenging and diverse, with temperatures going from 25 degrees at beach level to 10C at 1,500 meters above sea level. The landscape is unique, varied and technical, where lovers of a good honest course will shine!
Finally, this unique race will offer you the chance to qualify for THECHAMPIONSHIP!
DATE
23 Apr 2022
LOCATION
Gran Canaria, Spain, Europe
DISTANCE
Middle distance
Gran Canaria Cycling Bike Week – 10 Day Cycling Holiday
It is a full week long bike event on Gran Canaria that has been celebrated since 1988. Special moments and unforgettable editions with routes that go through the island where fun is guaranteed kilometre after kilometre.
In 2023 it will 35 years old. A long path where we have created our landmark and got national and international recognition. We have cycled together setting the pace and reaching every target. The island is our host and this dream moves us on the calendar toward this unique event.
December means Gran Canaria Bike Week and from the 5th to the 10th we will feel and be infected by the good weather, the atmosphere and the expectation that always generates a new opportunity to know and discover the island on two wheels.
Day 1 – Meet and Greet GCC and all the riders – Friday
Day 2 – Gran Canaria Cycling Recce ride – bike & equipment test or Late Arrival Saturday
Stage 1 – Gran Canaria South East Maspalomas – Santa Lucía – Tunte – Maspalomas – 77 km, Elevation Gain: 1.360 m –
Stage 2 – Gran Canaria Cycling South to North – Maspalomas Lighthouse – Agaete – 95 km, Elevation gain: 2130 m
Stage 3 – Gran Canaria Cycling North to South – Agaete – Maspalomas – 98 km, Elevation gain: 2.305 m
Stage 4 – Maspalomas Bike – Maspalomas – Ayagaures – Maspalomas – 32 km, Elevation gain: 505 m
Stage 5 Maspalomas to Guayadeque – Maspalomas Light House – Guayadeque – Maspalomas Light House – 88 km, Elevation gain: 1.615 m
Stage 6 – Pico De Las Nieves Climb – Ingenio – Pico de Las Nieves 30 km, Elevation gain: 1.930m
Stage 7 Gran Canaria Cycling Verde – Arucas – Caldera Pinos de Gáldar – Arucas – 82 km, Elevation gain: 1.900 m
Stage 8 Love Gran Canaria Cycling – Maspalomas Lighthouse – Taurito – 53 km, Elevation gain: 730 m – 12 Dec 2021
Rest Day / Family Day /
Gran Canaria Cycling cooldown day café ride day and awards / recognition –
#GreatDestination describes Gran Canaria (Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO) like a miniature continent that inspires and creates joy. The natural environment, landscape, history, cultural and gastronomic wealth of the island is complemented by a wide offer for exploring its corners and secrets. Sea and summit united in a single pulse, pride for the islanders and a unique place for visitors who fall in love with the amazing weather, picturesque corners and the hospitality and kindness of its people.
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Imagine all riders on the starting line. Feel that tingling in the stomach, ahead 2 stages, 3 times trials to fight for the general and a cycling experience normally reserved for professionals.
The objective of the Epic Gran Canaria is to deliver an unparalleled “professional” experience generally reserved for professional cyclists. This not only means an excellent organization of the event or accommodation in a first level hotel, but also guarantees all the fundamental ingredients that make up the culture and experience of road cycling.
Stage 1 – Mirador Dunas · Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas · Playa del Inglés- 115kms
MAP ROUTE (Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas – Aqualand – Ayagaures – Cima Predro Gónzalez – Pasito Blanco – Cercados Espino – Philippines – Ayacata – Tunte – Fataga – Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas)
Stage 2 – Mirador Dunas · Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas · Playa del Inglés – 75Kms
MAP ROUTE (Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas – Arteara – Fataga – Tirajana (Aid Station) – Santa Lucia – Era del Cordón – Neighborhood – Doctoral – Romeral Castle – Happy Bay – San Agustín – Maspalomas)
October is Epic Gran Canaria join us for a Week from the 14th to the 21st we will feel and be infected by the good weather, the atmosphere and the expectation that always generates a new opportunity to know and discover the island on two wheels. With entry to The Epic Gran Canaria taking place on the 16th and 17th October 2021
