Roque Nublo - Gran Canaria’s sacred basalt monolith, with sunset views to Teide across the sea

The line through Gran Canaria, Spain - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Year-round
Wind and cool at altitude; clear sunsets
Open year-round; can be cold/windy up high; sunset is the draw. Confirm.
A short upland path to a giant basalt monolith
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm
Popular at sunset
Sunset timing; the nearby La Culata routes
La Goleta car park, near Tejeda
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Tejeda; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
No permit; a rural park
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Wind, the exposed plateau, descending at dusk
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.