{"id":3027,"date":"2024-08-17T12:17:12","date_gmt":"2024-08-17T12:17:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/secret-places-gran-canaria-off-the-beaten-path\/"},"modified":"2024-08-20T15:52:35","modified_gmt":"2024-08-20T15:52:35","slug":"hidden-gems-gran-canaria-secret-places","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/hidden-gems-gran-canaria-secret-places\/","title":{"rendered":"10 “hidden” gems in Gran Canaria (off the beaten track)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Want to avoid the crowds at Gran Canaria’s main attractions?The region still has a few hidden gems<\/strong> for you to discover. These secret spots<\/strong> on Gran Canaria aren’t completely “secret” (nothing is), but you’ll find far fewer tourists.Volcanoes, beaches, rock formations… Let’s discover Gran Canaria off the beaten track.<\/p>\n\n

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This opinion is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n

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<\/span>Secret places in Gran Canaria: facts, selection, map<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Can you really go off the beaten track these days? Not really, no place is really secret. And this notion is a matter of perception.<\/p>\n\n

Here’s a map of the places we’ve selected for you to discover:<\/p>\n\n

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We chose places that are less well known, where we saw fewer people and where the tourist buses don’t stop (and which don’t necessarily require a 5-hour walk!).But by bringing them to the fore, these gems won’t stay hidden!<\/p>\n\n

<\/span>1. Vall\u00e9e des Larmes, route GC210<\/span><\/h2>\n\n
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Why we love<\/h3>\n\n

The Valley of Tears (Valle de las L\u00e1grimas) is a challenging road and cycling route in Gran Canaria. But it’s also one of the most beautiful roads on the island<\/a>! The scenery is mountainous desert with a few water reservoirs. The average gradient is around 10%, with sections reaching 25%.This climb is renowned for its steep and unforgiving terrain, and is therefore only suitable for experienced cyclists.And by car, the road is narrow and winding, but the breathtaking scenery and sense of isolation are well worth it.<\/p>\n\n

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Location<\/h3>\n\n
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  • Southwest Gran Canaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Start at La Aldea, end at Artenara<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • In the middle of the road is the superb Mirador del Molino<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Maspalomas to mirador = 1h35 drive via the southern section<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Las Palmas to the viewpoint = 1h35 drive via the northern section<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

    Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n
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    • If you’re driving, make sure you get there early in the morning, so you don’t run into too many other cars and get stressed out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Take your time, the route is not technically difficult.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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      A LITTLE MORE patience<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

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