Betancuria was the capital of the island from 1405 to 1834, but today it is largely uninhabited, forming part of the municipality with the smallest population in the entire Canary archipelago.

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Wanderschnecke

September 10, 2018

Road cycling

Betancuria was founded in 1404 by the conqueror Jean de Béthencourt, whose name it bears, and his companion Gadifer de la Salle.
A nice little place; the church of Santa Maria de Betancuria is definitely worth a visit.

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Dominik

June 18, 2019

Road cycling

Probably the nicest place in the mountains Fuertes. Restaurants and shops for a break. Or simply stroll through the center. Real local highlight.

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1. Betancuria and Antigua Scenic Loop

74.7km

03:51

1,300m

1,310m

This difficult 46.4-mile (74.7 km) road cycling route through Fuerteventura's interior offers a challenging ride with desert landscapes.

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2. Climb to the Mirador de Sicasumbre – Sicasumbre Viewpoint loop from Playa del Aceituno

109km

05:21

1,650m

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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3. Pájara to Tuineje Road – Climb to Mirador de las Peñas loop from Barranco Largo

77.4km

03:58

1,350m

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Elevation 470 m

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Location: Betancuria, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain

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Betancuria Historic Town

1. Betancuria and Antigua Scenic Loop

2. Climb to the Mirador de Sicasumbre – Sicasumbre Viewpoint loop from Playa del Aceituno

3. Pájara to Tuineje Road – Climb to Mirador de las Peñas loop from Barranco Largo

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