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Lanzarote Villas - Perfect For A Cycling Holiday
By Bob Dickie

Lanzarote is a superb destination for a cycling holiday. Home
to what is regarded as the toughest Ironman Triathlon in the
world, the island offers year-round training in the perfect
climate and some of the toughest climbs and routes you will
find. Many of the world´s top professional cyclists and
triathletes come to the island in the winter months for warm
weather training.Temperatures throughout the winter range from a
daytime maximum of 20 to 23C, so no need for those 3 or 4
layers, gloves and hats! In general, the roads are good and not
too busy if you stay away from the area around Arrecife, where
you take your life in your own hands if you venture onto the
expressway!

What makes Lanzarote stand out from other cycling destinations,
apart from the weather, is the toughness of the terrain. There
are more than 300 volcanoes on the island, and this results in a
more varied type of cycling run as opposed to a more general up
and then down route you´ll find on other volcanic islands. The
main volcano is Timanfaya which gives an excellent climb north
to south in either direction. As the wind is nearly always in
the north, climbing north to south is nearly always easier. At
the top, you can have a rest and see the camels carrying
tourists around the side of the mountain! Sorry, I didn´t
mention the wind, did I! Often quite strong Trade Winds from the
north, make some days in the saddle a 2 hour cycle out and a
half hour back! Winds are generally a bit lighter in the winter
though.

The toughest climb is further north around Mirador del Rio.
Well worth it though – what a view from the top to the island of
La Graciosa! Further south, the area around Playa Blanca is much
flatter, and with that constant northerly wind, this makes a
perfect base for your cycling holiday as you can plan nice
routes into the wind to start, some climbs in the middle around
Timanfaya and Tinajo, and then a lovely wind-assisted run back
home. For the longer runs, carry on after Tinajo into the
village of La Santa where there is a training camp for people
from all sports, on to the beautiful beach and cliffs at Famara,
inland to Teguise, and back down to the south through the lava
fields around La Geria and Yaiza. A great day out – but remember
the sunscreen!

Playa Blanca has many types of accommodation, but as you are
going to spend so much time on the bike, your family need
something rather special to keep them happy! Where better then
than your own private villa with a pool, close to the beaches
and resort centre to keep them amused until you return. A
relaxing swim after your exertions is perfect – or you could do
500 lengths of training for your next Ironman!

About the Author: Bob Dickie lives in Lanzarote and runs Luxury
Villas Lanzarote who offer a wide range of private luxury
holiday villas across the island to suit every budget. Living
there, he knows every area and villa very well and can offer
extensive up to date information regarding all aspects of your
holiday. He´s also a keen cyclist and knows all the good cycling
routes on the island. You will benefit from booking direct with
the villa owner at lower prices. Visit
http://www.luxuryvillaslanzarote.com/

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