Driving the challenging paved TF-24 Road on Canary Islands

Located in Tenerife, on the Canary Islands, Spain, the gorgeous TF-24 Road is said to be one of the most exciting drives on the island. It’s one of the highest roads in Spain.

Road TF-24

Is TF-24 Road paved?

The road is fully paved. It's also known as Carretera de la Esperanza. It tops out at Corral del Niño, a natural vantage point at 2,305m (7,562ft) above sea level. The road is mostly a gentle ascent without too many difficult turns. Due to the turns, hairpins, and climbs, the average speed is around 60km/h.

How long is TF-24 Road?

It’s 42.7 km (26.53 miles) long and runs from San Cristóbal de La Laguna, a city in the northern part of the island of Tenerife in the Province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, to the iconic TF-21 road.

Is TF-24 Road worth the drive?

Running through the Teide National Park, the road offers an extraterrestrial experience above the clouds. The drive up is very picturesque. There are numerous points where you can park the car and enjoy the views.

 

 

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