Pico del Teide summit from Montagna Blanca Parking
Pico del Teide direct summit from car parklot
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 1.4 km
- Duration
- 5-6 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.4 km
- High Point
- 3.7 km
- Gradient
- 14˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's not remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between February and November. From a low point of 2.4 km to the maximum altitude of 3.7 km, the route covers 17 km, 1368 vertical metres of ascent and 1373 vertical metres of descent.
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Description
Pico del Teide trail through altavista hut
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike