Epic Gran Canaria

Epic Gran Canaria is a two-stage road cycling challenge with timed climbs, based in Maspalomas in the south of Gran Canaria. The 2027 edition runs from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 February 2027, with a welcome day on the Friday and racing on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 February. Both stages start at 08:30 from the Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas.

Routes and distances

• Stage 1, Saturday 13 February: 112 km, with two timed sections: the Ayagaures climb (12.3 km, finishing at the Pedro González summit) and the Salto del Perro climb (29 km, from Pasito Blanco to the summit).
• Stage 2, Sunday 14 February: 75 km, with a single 22 km timed section, the Tirajana climb, finishing in Tunte.

The organisers set time limits for each timed section: 45 minutes for Ayagaures, 1 hour 45 minutes for Salto del Perro and 1 hour 50 minutes for Tirajana. GPX files for both stages are available on the official website.

Registration

Online registration opens on 1 November at 18:00 and is limited to 500 participants. Riders need a valid RFEC or UCI federation licence, or can take out a one-day insurance policy when signing up. A pre-registration form for 2027 is also available. Full details and the rules are on the official website.

Why ride it

The format rewards climbing: the overall result is built from three timed climbs rather than a single day of racing. Both stages start from the same hotel, which keeps logistics simple, and the routes head into the interior of the island above Maspalomas, including Tunte and the Tirajana area. Entries are capped at 500 riders.

Where to stay

With both stages rolling out at 08:30 from the Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas, sleeping close to the start means a relaxed Friday arrival, an easy walk or short spin to the welcome day, and no early-morning transfers before two big days of climbing. Staying in the Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés area also puts a pool, a massage and a proper meal within reach once the Ayagaures, Salto del Perro and Tirajana climbs are done.

HD Parque Cristóbal Gran Canaria – Maspalomas, under 1 km from the start. The closest certified address to the start line, this Cycling Friendly Silver aparthotel lists bike rental, repair tools, indoor trainers, guided tours, route maps, sports nutrition and laundry. Add massage and a spa and wellness area, and it covers pre-race prep and Sunday-night recovery in one place.

Bull Vital Suites & Spa Boutique Hotel – Playa del Inglés, under 1 km from the start. An adults-only, four-star boutique hotel with a dedicated bike-wash area, surveillance-monitored bike parking, basic tools for last-minute adjustments and route advice from the staff. Free unlimited spa access and massage rooms are a welcome reward after a 112 km opening stage.

Hotel Suites & Villas by Dunas – Maspalomas, about 2 km from the start. A four-star hotel beside the Maspalomas Dunes Natural Park that offers a dedicated “cyclist” room, bike rental, a bike-wash area and a fitness area. It suits groups and couples travelling together, and is an official sponsor of the Gran Canaria Bike Week.

Hotel Don Gregory by Dunas – San Agustín, about 3 km from the start. This adults-only four-star hotel sits on the seafront at Las Burras beach, with a bike wash, bike parking, repair tools, laundry and a sports menu. A quieter choice for riders who want sea air and a calm evening before the early start.

Sport Hotel Monte Feliz – powered by Playitas – Bahía Feliz, about 7 km from the start. A sports-focused four-star with a Free Motion centre for road and MTB rentals, a professional maintenance area, bike wash, gym, lockers and massage. The spacious apartments make it a natural fit for clubs and training-camp groups combining the event with extra days in the saddle.

Only 500 places are available and rooms around the Maspalomas start fill quickly in February, so book early for event weekend. You can also browse more cycling-friendly accommodation.