Sandy tracks, Atlantic winds, freedom – a cycle tour on on La Graciosa
A bike is on La Graciosa is not a piece of sports equipment – it’s essential kit. The island has no tarmac roads outside Caleta del SeboWhat it does have is a network of around 30 km of sandy tracks, which are ideal for exploring by bike. From the harbour to the beaches, from the beaches to the volcanoes.
The cycle routes
Southern route: Playa del Salado & Playa Francesa
| Southern route | |
|---|---|
| Route | Caleta del Sebo → Playa del Salado → Playa Francesa → back |
| Length | Approx. 3 km (one way) |
| Difficulty | Easy – flat sandy tracks |
| Time | Approx. 15–30 mins one way (excluding swimming breaks) |
| Highlight | Playa Francesa, Playa de la Cocina, Montaña Amarilla |
Die Southern route is the most popular cycle route: flat, short, with the island’s best beach as its destination. By e-bike in 15 minutes; by standard bike in approx. 30 minutes.
Northern route: Pedro Barba & Umgebung
| Northern route | |
|---|---|
| Route | Caleta del Sebo → Pedro Barba → back |
| Length | Approx. 12–15 km (round trip) |
| Difficulty | Moderate – sandy tracks, some deep sand |
| Time | Approx. 2–3 hours |
| Highlight | Pedro Barba, coastal panorama, El Río |
Grand Tour: the whole island
| Grand Tour | |
|---|---|
| Route | Caleta del Sebo → south → north → east → back |
| Length | Ca. 25 km |
| Difficulty | Challenging – long route, sandy sections |
| Time | Approx. 5–7 hours |
| Recommendation | An e-bike is strongly recommended for this tour |
Hire a bike
e-bike On on La Graciosa, this isn’t a luxury – it’s the best investment. The electric assistance makes all the difference, particularly against the north-easterly trade winds and on deep sand.
| Provider | Telephone | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|
| on La Graciosa Bike (Aventura en Dos Ruedas) | +34 692 41 16 16 | +34 692 41 16 16 | lagraciosabike.com |
| El Mar Safari Bike | +34 626 50 74 58 | +34 626 50 74 58 | elmarsafaribike.com |
| Bicis on La Graciosa (AARON / bicislagraciosa.es) | +34 680 56 30 08 | +34 680 56 30 08 | bicislagraciosa.es |
Practical tips
- E-bikes highly recommended for the Grand Tour and the Northern Route
- Book your bike the night before – they’re popular and may be fully booked
- Tyre pressure: slightly lower for deeper sand (better traction)
- Download the GPS track for the Northern Route and Grand Tour
- Water: bring at least 2 litres per person
Nature conservation
- Off-road cycling is also prohibited
- Archipiélago Chinijo Nature Park · Lanzarote UNESCO Biosphere Reserve · Archipiélago Chinijo Marine Reserve (70,000 ha)
Yes – some hire shops have fat bikes for particularly deep sandy sections. Check with the hire shop in advance.
Yes, on the southern route. For the northern route and the Grand Tour: a mountain bike or e-bike is recommended.
Conclusion
- Cycling = the best way to get around on on La Graciosa – no tarmac, no hustle and bustle.
- E-bikes are a game-changer: sand, wind, long distances – everything’s easier.
- The southern route is for beginners; the Grand Tour is for adventurers.
This article is based on on-site research by the go-la-graciosa.com editorial team. Last updated: April 2026
