A WALK IN THE CLOUDS

GRAN CANARIA WALKING FESTIVAL 2019

26 October

Saturday 26 October / Route 5

A WALK IN THE CLOUDS

Be amazed by a sky full of stars from the heart of Gran Canaria, the best place on the island to watch the starry sky.

This activity is the symbiosis of hiking at night and enjoying the astronomy. Live an unforgettable and unique experience watching the fantastic and beautiful sky of Gran Canaria, as well as you see the wonders of nature under the moonlight and the starlight. The route is suitable for anyone, you will be guided to a viewpoint from where you can enjoy the best views of the “Caldera de Tejeda” and the Central Summit. The activity will end with the observation of the starry sky and with a basic talk about astronomy which will be given by experts. They will help you to understand the sky and its secrets by using specific materials.

Technical data

Physical difficulty

Medium

Type of route

Linear

Distance

3 KM APROX

Duration

3:00 h APROX

Total elevation gain

65 m+

Cumulative negative difference in altitude

65 m-

Track

Link

Elevation Profile

Link

Interesting Spots

Campamento El Garañón-Corral de los Juncos-Campamento El Garañón.

Find out more about the Natural Monument of Roque Nublo

The Natural Monument of Roque Nublo is one of the most emblematic natural spaces of Gran Canaria. The island was formed from three eruptive cycles, and the Roque Nublo, for its part, was formed during the second cycle. It is located at a height of 67 metres over its base, and at 1,813 metres above sea level. In the past, it was used like a place of worship by indigenous people. In 1987 it was declared Natural Space, and in 1994 was named Rural Park.

It is located in the Nublo Rural Park and situated in the geographical centre on the island. Specifically, on the lands of Tejeda, in a very steep place. There are other rocky formations next to the Roque Nublo, like Roque del Fraile and La Rana.

Gran Canaria has a total height of 1,949 metres thanks to Pico de las Nieves. El Roque Nublo, for its part, is the symbol par excellence of the island.

PICK-UP

Time

MEETING POINT

19:00 h

Alfredo Kraus Auditorium- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

19:00 h

Tourist information Office, next to the CC Yumbo Centrum- Playa del Inglés

ARRIVAL

Time

MEETING POINT

01:00 h

Alfredo Kraus Auditorium- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

01:00 h

Tourist information Office, next to the CC Yumbo Centrum- Playa del Inglés

Next to Roque Nublo there are other singular rock formations

This route includes

Civil liability insurance

Accident insurance
Picnic
Guided route and interpreter of the natural, ethnographic and cultural values of the island

Transport to and from the start and end points of the route (from Las Palmas G.C or Playa del Inglés)

Specialised guided tours in several languages
Tasting Canarian products

Enjoy your experience to the fullest thanks to the free app specifically created for our Gran Canaria Walking Festival.

Program
GCWF '19

23 / OCTOBER / ROUTE 1

THE PALM GROVE RETREAT

The symbolic peaks of Gran Canaria will be our travel companions throughout this route where walkers are greeted by pine trees and endless beautiful palm groves.

24 / OCTOBER / ROUTE 2

IN THE GUARDIAN´S SHADE

Let yourself be dazzled by the magnificence of “Roque Nublo” on this route endowed with landscapes of breath-taking beauty.

25 / OCTOBER / ROUTE 3

THE SOUL OF THE FOREST

Clothed in all shades of green and alive with the chirping of birds, this route seems taken straight out of a fairy tale.

26/ OCTOBER / ROUTE 4

THE MAGIC OF THE PINE FOREST

The greatness of the pines of Gran Canaria will be revealed as we walk and the trees will witness our unforgettable experience as we set foot on their lands.

26 / OCTOBER / ROUTE 5