OverviewRoque del Conde is a flat headed 1012 meters high mountain situated between the south-west coast of the volcanic isle of Tenerife (Islas Canarias) and a little town called Arona. It’s shape is so typical that it can't be missed travelling thru this island
Tenerife, absolutely well-known because of it’s highest Spanish peak El Teide, is full with mountains like Roque del Conde. Mountains very worthwhile to do and pretty exhausting doing them on a sunny day. Beautifull surroundings and lovely views to neighbour peaks and, if you are lucky, on a clear day to the isle of Gomera and the Teide summit.
Getting ThereBecause Tenerife isn’t that big, Roque del Conde can easily be reached from out the whole isle. Rent a car and take autopista sur to the south-west coast to Playa de las Americas / Los Cristianos.
Follow the sign “Parque Nacional de las Canadas del Teide” (C-822) into north-eastern direction and just follow the signs Arona.
In Arona keep following the sign to the National Park del Teide. Driving out of Arona, two kilometres further a little sign “Roque del Conde” pointed to the left. Follow this one way street to the parking place. This is the starting point.
When To ClimbRoque del Conde can be done the whole year. In winter months the temperature is a little more easier, but by rainfall the trails and the canyons can be very slippery. In summer the heath makes you thirsty so bring yourself lots of water.
RouteActually there is one trail to the summit. You are now facing the North-west flank of this mountain with its two summits. The main summit is on the right side above you. The route first descent and leads you to 3 canyons before climbing to the saddle (800m.) and further on to the other side. Once on the South-West side you have a enormous view to the full and touristic playas and the Isle of Gomera (if you are lucky). If the route is difficult, the little nasty part start at this point. Especially if its slippery by rainfall, the mud slides under your shoes. Watch out: the are a lot of nasty cactus’s.
Climb further to 950 meters facing a hugh plateau with a little hump in the back. That’s the final summit.
Where the stayThe Isle of Tenerife gives you plenty of possibility’s to find yourself a place to stay. Most of the climbers are here for Pico del Teide, so possibly you find yourself a sleeping place. Camping is not allowed.
Red TapeThere are no permits required. Take care of the wildlife and enjoy the smell of thyme and rosemary
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