{"id":34135,"date":"2025-10-01T20:16:02","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T18:16:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/?p=34135"},"modified":"2025-10-01T20:20:13","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T18:20:13","slug":"hike-roque-bentayga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/en\/gran-canaria-en\/hike-roque-bentayga\/","title":{"rendered":"Hike to Roque Bentayga: Natural Wonder and Sacred Site of the Guanches"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Roque Bentayga \u2013 History Between Rocks and Ravines<\/strong><br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roque Bentayga rises prominently from the centre of Gran Canaria and is one of the island\u2019s most striking natural monuments. At approximately 1,404 metres, this basalt rock towers over the central massif, offering expansive views of the surrounding ravines, volcanic cones, and rugged landscape. The distinctive rock tower is visible from afar and is considered a landmark of the central highlands, much like its well-known \u201cneighbour,\u201d Roque Nublo. Moreover, Roque Bentayga is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site \u201cPaisaje Cultural Risco Ca\u00eddo y Espacios Sagrados de Monta\u00f1a,\u201d highlighting the special connection between nature and culture on Gran Canaria.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Gran Canaria   Roque Bentayga\" width=\"697\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/64H4OLTraww?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to its scenic beauty, Roque Bentayga holds considerable historical and cultural significance. The indigenous people of Gran Canaria used the rock as a place of worship and refuge \u2013 traces of this use remain visible in the archaeological park today. A convenient starting point for a visit is the Centro de Interpretaci\u00f3n del Roque Bentayga, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free admission. Here, modern exhibitions, models, and 3D representations provide extensive information on the geology, settlement, and ritual significance of the site. From the centre, a signposted path leads to the ancient <em>almogar\u00e9n<\/em>, the ritual site on the eastern side of Roque Bentayga.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Ascent route to Roque Bentayga\" class=\"wp-image-34076\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9931-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Guanches and Roque Bentayga<\/strong><br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the Guanches, the indigenous people of Gran Canaria, Roque Bentayga was not only a sacred place but also a last refuge during the Spanish conquest in the 15th century. They lived in the caves surrounding the rock and stored their provisions there, while the summit served as a defensive position. It is recorded that one of the last major battles against the Castilian forces took place here. Many Guanches fortified themselves at Roque Bentayga to defend their independence, but they were ultimately unable to withstand the Spaniards\u2019 superior numbers. The rock thus became a symbol of both resistance and the tragic end of the ancient Canarian culture.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Interpretation centre at Roque Bentayga\" class=\"wp-image-34085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9927-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here, I describe a hike from Tejeda through the Barranco Tejeda to this truly remarkable site. Unfortunately, we encountered calima during the hike, so the photos appear slightly grey and hazy. If the hike through Barranco Tejeda seems too strenuous, you can also drive to the Interpretation Centre and perhaps just climb Roque Bentayga itself. Additional options are listed under the section \u201cVariants.\u201d<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.22.57.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2342\" height=\"1078\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.22.57.png\" alt=\"Track of the Roque Bentayga hike\" class=\"wp-image-34084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.22.57.png 2342w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.22.57-300x138.png 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.22.57-1024x471.png 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.22.57-768x354.png 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.22.57-1536x707.png 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.22.57-2048x943.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2342px) 100vw, 2342px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>General Information on the Roque Bentayga Hike<\/strong><br><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Starting Point and Access<\/strong><br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hike begins in the village of Tejeda, at Calle de Don Tom\u00e1s Arroyo Cardoso near the Tejeda cemetery.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A<\/strong>ccess by car<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Artenara, take the GC-210 and then the GC-60 to Tejeda. From the south, you can also reach the village via the GC-60. Head towards the village centre. Just south of it, at Calle de Don Tom\u00e1s Arroyo Cardoso, there is a large car park. You may also park elsewhere in the village. Since the start and end of the hike form a small loop, you can begin the tour at any point above the Barranco de Tejeda.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A<\/strong>ccess by bus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bus line 18 stops in Tejeda. The stop is very close to the cemetery, the starting point of the tour. For further information, see <a href=\"https:\/\/guaguasglobal.com\/en\/routes-timetables\/line-info\/?id=18\">the GuaguasGlobal website.<br><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I prefer not to give general time estimates for hikes, as these are highly individual. For this leisurely circuit, including breaks and a thorough visit to Roque Bentayga and the Interpretation Centre, we took just over five hours.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.23.26-scaled.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"524\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.23.26-scaled.png\" alt=\"Elevation profile of the Bentayga hike\" class=\"wp-image-34099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.23.26-scaled.png 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.23.26-300x61.png 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.23.26-1024x209.png 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.23.26-768x157.png 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.23.26-1536x314.png 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2024-12-06-um-16.23.26-2048x419.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Elevation Difference and Distance<\/strong><br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The elevation gain is approximately 650 metres, and the route is 13 kilometres long.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Difficulty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Tejeda, you cross the Barranco de Tejeda along the GR-138 long-distance trail, which is generally well maintained but slightly eroded and steep in some sections (as of November 2024). On the opposite side of the ravine, you walk mostly on good paths and small roads. The return path along the GR-138 is also in good condition (as of November 2024).<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Refreshments<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to my knowledge, refreshment options are only available at the starting point in Tejeda. Be sure to carry sufficient water and food.<br><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-09-26-um-15.31.04.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1070\" height=\"1114\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-09-26-um-15.31.04.png\" alt=\"Track of the Roque Bentayga hike (red) and neighbouring hikes: green: Cruz de Tejeda, yellow: Culata, blue: Roque Nublo\" class=\"wp-image-34100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-09-26-um-15.31.04.png 1070w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-09-26-um-15.31.04-288x300.png 288w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-09-26-um-15.31.04-984x1024.png 984w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bildschirmfoto-2025-09-26-um-15.31.04-768x800.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1070px) 100vw, 1070px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Variants\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hike can be considerably shortened if you skip the Barranco crossing, which I personally found very interesting, and start the hike on the far side of Barranco Tejeda towards Roque Bentayga. Of course, you can also drive there directly, although you may not then be the type looking for hiking tours :-).<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, the hike can be shortened by returning via the same path through Barranco Tejeda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On SiebenInseln, you can find the following nearby hikes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/en\/gran-canaria-en\/roque-nublo-hike\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Small circular hike around Roque Nublo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/en\/gran-canaria-en\/cruz-de-tejeda\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cruz de Tejeda \u2013 Large circular hike in the geographical centre of Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/en\/gran-canaria-en\/la-culata-hike\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hiking around the small Canarian village of La Culata<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9934-scaled.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9934-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Ascent route to Roque Bentayga\" class=\"wp-image-34061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9934-scaled.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9934-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9934-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9934-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9934-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hike to Roque Bentayga<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Section: Tejeda to GC-60<\/strong><br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Begin your hike in Tejeda near the cemetery at Calle de Don Tom\u00e1s Arroyo Cardoso (also signposted as GR-138). Follow the path towards the village centre (northwest). It soon becomes Calle Dr. Domingo Hernandez Guerra, which you continue along towards the centre. You reach the plaza Nuestra Se\u00f1ora del Socorro, walk past the church, then turn right across the forecourt. This brings you to Calle Dr. Heraclio Sanchez, which you follow left and continue slightly downhill for a long stretch. At the Museo T\u00edpico Canario Tres Cruces (on your right), turn left onto Camino los Llanos.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Near the starting point - viewing platform in Tejeda with a view over Barranco Tejeda to Roque Bentayga\" class=\"wp-image-34087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9901-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The road curves left, and shortly after the curve, a broad path branches right towards Barranco Tejeda. Follow this path downhill for a long distance. Initially, you pass fields, meadows, and scattered farmhouses. The path then passes through scrubland and later partly through reeds. In some places, the path narrows as you approach the bottom of the ravine, but it is always clearly marked as GR-138. After reaching the bottom of Barranco Tejeda, the narrow path climbs steeply on the opposite side. Here, you can enjoy beautiful views back towards Tejeda. The steep ascent eventually leads to a wider path, passing a few houses until you reach the GC-60.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-scaled.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Crossing the Barranco stream in the Tejeda gorge\" class=\"wp-image-34091\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9906-640x480.jpeg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Section: GC-60 to Centro de Interpretaci\u00f3n del Roque Bentayga<\/strong><br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turn right along the GC-60. Shortly after, the GR-138 trail branches left \u2013 the same trail you have been following. You then hike uphill through scrubland and woodland, enjoying views of the surrounding landscape. The path eventually joins the GC-60 again, which you follow to the right. The GR-138 then turns left. After a short distance, the GC-607 branches straight left from the GC-60. You follow this small road. Traffic is light, so walking along the road is not an issue. At the next fork, take the left branch and continue on GC-671.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-scaled.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"Hiking trail above the Barranco Tejeda shortly before the GC-60\" class=\"wp-image-34057\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9915-640x480.jpeg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You are now quite close to Roque Bentayga and can enjoy excellent views of the striking rock. You walk along the road beside a rock massif. At the next junction, leave GC-671 and climb in long switchbacks to the Centro de Interpretaci\u00f3n del Roque Bentayga. Along the way, you pass a viewpoint offering spectacular panoramic views of the area surrounding Roque Bentayga. Then you reach the Interpretation Centre, which you can visit for free and learn extensively about Roque Bentayga and the Guanches.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Viewing platform in front of Roque Bentayga\" class=\"wp-image-34081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9926-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Section: Centro de Interpretaci\u00f3n del Roque Bentayga to GC-60<\/strong><br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The centre is very well laid out and offers detailed information on the history of the prominent Roque Bentayga and the Guanches who once lived there. From the centre, a designated path leads up the rock, offering wonderful views in all directions. You cannot leave the path or explore additional caves, but the steep climb is well worth the effort.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Hiker on the hiking trail at Roque Bentayga with a view of the Barranco Tejeda and Artenara in the background\" class=\"wp-image-34079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9930-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have explored the area, you return the same way to the centre and then back along GC-671. At the next junction, turn right and follow GC-607. At the point where this meets GC-60, you have two options: follow the same trail as on the outward journey down to GC-60, or continue along GC-60 for a while, walking along the road.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"On Roque Bentayga\" class=\"wp-image-34086\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9933-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Section: GC-60 to Starting Point in Tejeda<\/strong><br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where you ascended from Barranco Tejeda, you can choose to return via the same path through the ravine or continue along GC-60 to complete a small circular tour back to Tejeda. We chose to walk along the road on the return to explore another section of Barranco Tejeda. You will need to walk along GC-60 for some time until you reach the small settlement Barrio Casas de Lomo.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"View from Roque Bentayga of the coast and Tenerife in the background\" class=\"wp-image-34075\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9921-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here, turn left onto a street and shortly after turn right onto the GR-138 trail. The trail offers beautiful views of Barranco Tejeda and the surrounding area as it descends to the ravine floor. You do not need to descend as far as on the outward journey, as you are now higher up and cross the ravine. Afterwards you first cross two small gullies, then descend the floor of Barranco Tejeda on well-constructed steps.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/photo-5018_singular_display_fullPicture-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1921\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/photo-5018_singular_display_fullPicture-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Descent towards Barranco Tejeda\" class=\"wp-image-34096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/photo-5018_singular_display_fullPicture-scaled.jpg 1921w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/photo-5018_singular_display_fullPicture-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/photo-5018_singular_display_fullPicture-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/photo-5018_singular_display_fullPicture-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/photo-5018_singular_display_fullPicture-1537x2048.jpg 1537w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1921px) 100vw, 1921px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You then climb the opposite side and after some time reach a small road, which you follow to the right. At the next opportunity, turn left and then right again. The GR-138 is well signposted. The road transitions into a path that shortly afterwards leads to another road. Follow this uphill to return to Calle de Don Tom\u00e1s Cardoso. Turn left, and you are shortly back at the starting point of your hike.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9945-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1429\" src=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9945-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"View from the start of the GR-138 trail in Barranco Tejeda with a view of Tejeda\" class=\"wp-image-34064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9945-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9945-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9945-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9945-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9945-1536x858.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/leo-reuter.de\/siebeninseln\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_9945-2048x1143.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">And finally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I hope you enjoyed this hike through Barranco Tejeda and up the striking Roque Bentayga on Gran Canaria. Whatever variant you choose, Roque Bentayga is certainly worth a visit. I wish you every enjoyment on all your hikes.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dagmar from SiebenInseln<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Roque Bentayga \u2013 History Between Rocks and Ravines Roque Bentayga rises prominently from the centre of Gran Canaria and is one of the island\u2019s most striking natural monuments. At approximately 1,404 metres, this basalt rock towers over the central massif, offering expansive views of the surrounding ravines, volcanic cones, and rugged landscape. 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