Sanatorio: Col del Teide through Lava Country towards Guajara’s Foot: hiking in Spain
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Sanatorio: Col del Teide through Lava Country towards Guajara’s Foot

Distance
4.6 km
Time
1 h 21 min
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Easy
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Route description

From the lower Col del Teide saddle, the Sanatorio path heads towards Siete Cañadas beneath Guajara’s slopes. As Teide recedes, its outline becomes more distinct within the broad volcanic landscape. Solidified lava forms and high-mountain shrubs invite an unhurried look around. Spring flowering may brighten open sections; local broom also supports seasonal beekeeping. The name recalls the period when a mountain sanatorium was considered for Las Cañadas and people stayed in stone huts. The medical complex itself never appeared. Today the selected walk ends on the Siete Cañadas walking way. Choose a further roadside exit or return to the beginning beforehand; it is an independent part of your park day.

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The description, logistics and points of interest were prepared using maps and open sources. Trail conditions may change.

Route data was imported from GPX and has not been field-verified.

Last updated 13.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Before you go

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Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Study Teide from a gradually changing lower perspective and walk through lava country towards Guajara’s slopes. Sanatorio’s name adds historical context, while spring vegetation may add seasonal colour.
Length
4.6 km
Elevation gain
—
Surface
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Sanatorio: Col del Teide through Lava Country towards Guajara’s Foot: route photo

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car - Hard With children - With caution With a dog - No data By bike - No With a stroller - No Mobile signal - No data The lower station has bus arrival, but the ending lies inside the Siete Cañadas walking network. Approach, continuation and return require a complete plan. With children account for open sun, wind and altitude. A bicycle or stroller is unsuitable for the selected natural path; dog rules and reception are unestablished.

Nearby

Guajara’s saddle and summit require independent mountain continuations. The Parador and Cañada Blanca visitor centre are not at the selected ending. Surviving historical Sanatorio buildings are unconfirmed as separate visitor stops; no working medical institution is established here.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
TITSA routes 342 and 348 provide lower arrival at Teleférico del Teide, followed by an independent approach to the beginning. No bus at the final Siete Cañadas connection is established. Choose a permitted transport exit or return beforehand and check current schedules.
By car
Plan driving to the cable car’s lower roadside. Continue onto the natural path after arrival; a cable-car ride is unnecessary for the selected walk. The ending lies inside the walking network, so arrange vehicle return separately.
Parking
The operator confirms Teide base-station parking and publishes its hours: entry and exit are closed outside them. Check current conditions and space for the day. The area serves initial arrival; parking at the interior ending is unestablished.

Электрички туда и обратно

Расписание на дату и время, до которого нужно выйти на маршрут

What to expect

Places
Col del Teide the actual lower saddle at the beginning, on Teide’s roadside.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainДанные по набору высоты уточняются.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски Account for altitude, strong sun, wind and cold. Stones and uneven lava-country surfaces need grippy footwear; fog may complicate junction choices. If seasonal hives are present nearby, keep your distance and avoid disturbing bees. Do not improvise slope access towards Guajara; follow a separate plan for roadside exit and return.

How much time to allow

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Time for the route 1 hr 30 min–2 hr
With stops | 2–3 hr The park and tourism body give around 1 hr 45 min one way. The margins and pause intervals are editorial estimates for this selected path. Add initial approach, Siete Cañadas continuation and transport return independently.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Spring and early summer may bring flowering high-mountain shrubs, with timing dependent on conditions. Choose an open path and moderate wind. Check snow, ice and roads in winter; account for summer sun, water and current conservation restrictions.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Closed natural-path footwear, windproofs and a warm layer.
Water and food for the full outing and continuation or return.
Hat, sun protection, phone and power reserve.
Saved plan, headlamp and personal first-aid kit.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

TITSA routes 342 and 348 provide lower arrival at Teleférico del Teide, followed by an independent approach to the beginning. No bus at the final Siete Cañadas connection is established. Choose a permitted transport exit or return beforehand and check current schedules

Is this route suitable for children?

Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 4.6 km, easy.

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