The path that leads to happiness
The legs are heavy, the head is beating, the chest seems about to burst… And yet, you love it, you couldn’t live without running. If you see yourself reflected in that image, you will have a great time running in Tenerife. In urban fashion, on the beach or in the mountains, alone or in company, to hang out or in competition mode, you decide!
The combination of good weather and diverse landscapes delights running enthusiasts.
The ineffable climate of Tenerife and the excellent preservation of its very varied landscapes make Tenerife a privileged place for any outdoor or nature-related sports practice. The race was not going to be an exception; You can run through humid forests or between volcanoes, at sea level or at an altitude of more than 2000 meters. And always surrounded by eternal spring.
Both those who run a little for the pleasure of doing so and those who take it more seriously will find on this island a space tailored to their tastes and needs. If you like to run at your own pace, in the city or in nature, you can. If you prefer sports facilities, there are handfuls. And if you want to come and compete… Get ready!
In the following lines we give you some very basic ideas about the general panorama of running in Tenerife, the possible modalities that you can practice here and some privileged spaces to do it. And we also mention some competitions; to have a good excuse to visit us, if necessary…
One island, endless routes
The special pleasure of racing in Tenerife has a lot to do with the diversity of terrain and conditions that you can choose from. Here are some options:
Trail running: If mountain trails are your thing, facing the slope and feeling the earth under your shoes, you are in the right place. Hundreds of miles of trails and tracks await you. If you want mountains and forests, we suggest the Anaga massif, in the north, and if you prefer a volcanic experience, run through the south or through the Teide National Park.
Asphalt route: The most common thing is to practice this type of race, whether it is a light jogging or if you want to challenge your limits, in the cities, the villages of the midlands or on the coastal perimeter of the island. Scattered throughout the island there are numerous sports facilities and courts, and the promenades are a must (and very pleasant) reference for running in Tenerife.
Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquathlon: Combined sports seem designed expressly for Tenerife. Where else could running, swimming and cycling be more successfully mixed? It is a must-see for amateurs and professionals, both for training and competing.
- Happy and Surprising
- Hobby
- Single
- Various locations
- Difficulty Level: Medium
- Between 1 and 2 Hours
- Economic
Running and competition in Tenerife
Tenerife has become the venue for numerous sporting events related to running, some of them so-called extreme. Are you up for it?
Tenerife Bluetrail: The most demanding of the extreme races on the island, the Bluetrail is at the same time the best opportunity to enter some of the most shocking places in Tenerife. The most complete of its many modalities (the so-called Ultra) exceeds 100 kilometers, crosses the island from side to side and exceeds 3500 meters in altitude. This is running in Tenerife on another level, and a life experience.
Tenerife Marathon: If you like running in urban and on asphalt, why not try this marathon in the island’s capital? Designed in three distances (8K, half marathon and marathon), it is affordable for champions and also for all those who want to face a personal challenge and get closer to the world of competition.
Isla Baja Garachico Triathlon: It is difficult to single out a single triathlon in Tenerife, because there are several on the island and all of them with a good reputation… The Garachico track stands out for its carefully designed layout to seek balance between all parts of it. In addition, the beauty of the area will leave you in one piece if you have not visited it before.
"Never set boundaries for yourself, go beyond your dreams, don't be afraid to cross your borders." – Paula Radcliffe
Put on your shoes, warm up a little, and go for it!
The best thing about running is that it doesn’t require any complicated equipment or special facilities. Just a pair of shoes, a more or less firm ground and your desire to walk it. What is needed is to have the capacity for sacrifice, a spirit of self-improvement and… well, I want to run. The rewards it offers, on the other hand, are immense.
The balanced temperatures and pure air that characterize the island’s climate are crying out for you not to think twice, to take advantage and explore its most remote corners. In its landscapes and its inhabitants you will recognize the legendary charm of this land and its people.
And you will see that, whether at sea level or in the highest village in Spain, among the original laurel forest of the north or in the desolate volcanic moors of the south, on the hectic coastline of Los Cristianos or the quiet hamlets of the Anaga massif, running in Tenerife is, more than ever and more than anywhere else, a real pleasure.
So take a deep breath, put on music if you like it and take to the streets, walks, paths and paths of Tenerife. And when you get tired, get a massage, go for tapas or simply lie on the beach to watch life go by. Or, if you have energy left, you can go cycling, kayaking, caving…