TF-28 Granadilla de Abona to Villa de Arico
Where it goes
Granadilla de Abona → Villa de Arico View route on Google Maps →
What to expect
This is an absolute motorcycle paradise along the legendary “Carretera Vieja” (TF-28) in southern Tenerife, sweeping from the historic town of Granadilla de Abona through hundreds of continuous midland curves to the peaceful Villa de Arico
The character of the road is defined by its endless, mesmerizing rhythm. Before the TF-1 highway was built, the TF-28 was the sole artery connecting the southern villages. Bypassing the fast coastal routes, this road carves through dry, sun-baked volcanic landscapes, terraced farms, and deep rock-climbing gorges, offering uninterrupted views over the Atlantic coastline
A pure cornering playground where finding a straight line longer than a few hundred meters is nearly impossible. Settle into a smooth, flowing rhythm, soak in the warm southern sunshine, and experience the journey on the ultimate heavyweight tourer, the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS
Fascinating facts
- Before the modern TF-1 highway was built in the 1970s, this twisty midland road was the only way to travel across the southern half of the island
- Granadilla de Abona was once one of the most important agricultural and economic hubs in the south
- The region of Arico is famous worldwide among rock climbers for its massive volcanic gorges and excellent stone
- You will ride past numerous traditional water channels and terraced farms that highlight how locals adapted to the arid southern climate
- The sheer endlessness of the corners on the TF-28 is a perfect proving ground for the agile handling of the new R 1300 GS generation
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