Gran Canaria's cycling appeal comes down to its extraordinary vertical range — in a single ride you can climb from Atlantic coastline through banana plantations and pine forests to the volcanic, near-desert peaks of the island's interior. Combined with a mild, sunny climate almost all year round, it's exactly why so many professional teams choose the island for their winter and pre-season training camps.
Gran Canaria is one of Spain's Canary Islands, sitting in the Atlantic off the coast of northwest Africa, and its landscape is often described as a miniature continent for good reason. The climb to Pico de las Nieves, the island's highest point, passes through an astonishing variety of microclimates and terrain, while roads around Mogán and the island's south offer gentler, sun-soaked riding. Given its combination of serious climbing and dependable winter climate, Gran Canaria is a destination where visitors can enjoy a holiday full of high-quality training, relaxation and the thrill of riding the same roads as the world's best.
