Roques de García

Updated 2 August 2026

Teide National Park1.5-2 hours

Roque Cinchado: appeared on the 1,000 pesetas banknoteCircular trail PNT 3 of about 3.5 kmMedium difficulty (according to official classification), about 2 hours on foot

The Roques de García are a group of volcanic rock formations located in the heart of Teide National Park, at an altitude of about 2,000-2,200 meters. The most famous is the Roque Cinchado, whose twisted silhouette shaped by erosion appeared on the back of the old 1,000 pesetas banknote. A well-marked circular trail (trail PNT 3) of approximately 3.5 km surrounds the group, which also includes El Torrotito, El Burro, the Roques Blancos, and the formation known as La Catedral, with views of Teide and the Llano de Ucanca.

It is one of the most popular routes in the park due to its medium difficulty (officially classified as Medium by the National Park) and its landscapes, suitable for almost all audiences.

Gallery

Roque Cinchado, the most iconic rock formation of the Roques de García, with Mount Teide in the background. — Thomas Wolf (CC BY-SA 3.0 DE)

Close-up of the eroded Roque Cinchado, in Teide National Park, Tenerife. — Ángel M. Felicísimo (CC BY 2.0)

Wide view of the Roques de García over the Las Cañadas caldera, beside the TF-21 road. — Thomas Wolf (CC BY-SA 3.0 DE)

Volcanic landscape seen from the Roques de García, in Teide National Park. — Bbsferrari (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Essential information

Accessibility

Access is from the Mirador de La Ruleta, right in front of the Parador Nacional de Las Cañadas del Teide, where there is parking.

Risk Level

Although the route is of medium difficulty (officially classified as Medium by the National Park), it is carried out in high mountains (about 2,000-2,200 m), with intense sun and weather changes, so it is advisable to bring water, sun protection, and appropriate footwear.