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Puerto del Carmen to Arrecife by bike

A flat ride by bike along the sea, from the beaches of Puerto del Carmen through Playa Honda to Lanzarote's capital, Arrecife. Easy enough for anyone on a city bike.

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At a glance

Distance
~30 km return
Climbing
Almost flat
Riding time
~1.5–2 h
Level
Easy
Surface
Bike lane and streets
Start
Puerto del Carmen
Best bike
City bike

~ = approximate: distance and climbing change with your start point and the way you ride. Riding time is an estimate of time in the saddle, from a sporty to a relaxed rider on the best bike for the route, without wind or stops.

The ride

From Puerto del Carmen to Arrecife is about 15 km each way, almost all of it flat and close to the sea. You pass the beaches of Los Pocillos and Matagorda, ride round the end of the airport, and on through Playa Honda into Arrecife.

In Puerto del Carmen, ride on the bike lane along the Avenida de las Playas (10 km/h), not on the promenade: in Spain bikes aren't allowed in pedestrian areas. In Playa Honda the seafront avenue is closed to bikes; follow the signed cycle streets through the town instead. Near the airport, signs may ask you to get off and push for a short stretch.

You can turn round anywhere. Playa Honda, about halfway, makes a good shorter ride.

The way

  1. 1. Puerto del Carmen

    East on the bike lane along the Avenida de las Playas.

  2. 2. Los Pocillos and Matagorda

    Past the long beaches at the east end of town.

  3. 3. Playa Honda

    Round the airport, then through Playa Honda on the signed cycle streets.

  4. 4. Arrecife

    Into the capital, to the Castillo de San Gabriel and the Charco de San Ginés.

Stops

There are cafés and beach bars along the way, and in Arrecife around the Charco de San Ginés, the lagoon where the town began as a fishing village. Lock your bike when you stop: a lock comes with every bike we rent.

Tips

In places the bike lane is on the same level as the promenade, so walkers cross it. Ride slowly and ring your bell.

With the usual north-east wind, the ride to Arrecife is often into the wind, and the way back is easier.

Questions about this ride

How far is it from Puerto del Carmen to Arrecife by bike?
About 15 km each way, almost all flat, along the coast.

Can I cycle on the Puerto del Carmen promenade?
Ride on the bike lane along the Avenida de las Playas, not on the promenade itself: in Spain bikes aren't allowed in pedestrian areas. In Playa Honda, follow the signed cycle streets: the seafront avenue there is closed to bikes.

Is this ride good for families?
Yes, it is flat and mostly on the bike lane or quiet streets. Note that we don't have kids' bikes or child seats yet.

Which bike do I need?
A city bike is perfect. Ours has a low step-through frame and costs from €10 a day.

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Can I start from Arrecife?
Yes, ride it the other way round: from the Charco de San Ginés to Puerto del Carmen and back. We deliver free to hotels and apartments in Arrecife too.

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  • Costa Teguise to Arrecife

    Flat promenade and bike path from Costa Teguise into the capital.

    Distance
    ~18 km return
    Climbing
    Almost flat
    Riding time
    ~45–60 min
    Level
    Easy

    Best bike: City bike

  • La Geria wine route

    Vineyards in black volcanic ash, with bodegas to stop at.

    Distance
    ~31 km return
    Climbing
    ~350 m
    Riding time
    ~1.5–2 h
    Level
    Moderate

    Best bike: E-bike / MTB

  • Papagayo beaches

    From Playa Blanca on dirt tracks to the Papagayo coves.

    Distance
    ~28 km
    Climbing
    ~600 m
    Riding time
    ~2–3 h
    Level
    Hard

    Best bike: MTB

Ride the coast, we bring the bike

City bike delivered to your hotel in Puerto del Carmen, free.

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