The XIII Electrón Fuertebike, a prominent mountain bike competition in the Canary archipelago, will take place on Saturday, September 26th, in the municipality of La Oliva, Fuerteventura. Around 700 cyclists are expected to participate, coming from both the islands and mainland, who will race through volcanic landscapes and unique trails in the north of the island.
Organized by Columbus Eventos, the La Oliva City Council, and the Fuerteventura Island Council, the event reaches its thirteenth edition, firmly established as a sporting benchmark. The competition emphasizes strength, endurance, and determination, integrating environmental awareness as a fundamental pillar and requiring participants to care for the surroundings.
Beyond the sport, the Electrón Fuertebike has a significant economic impact. The previous edition generated over 250,000 euros, according to the CEO of Gesprotur, who highlighted the event's importance for Fuerteventura's tourism and commercial sector. The race has become a reference point generating substantial benefits for the island.
The councilor for Tourism and Environment of the La Oliva City Council emphasized the synergy between Tourism and Environment in promoting the municipality, demonstrating that sport, tourism, and environmental care are key.
The event enjoys institutional backing. The mayor of La Oliva highlighted its strong appeal, attracting cyclists from outside the islands who choose Fuerteventura to enjoy its natural environment. The sports councilor underscored the competition's regional dimension, allowing participants to discover unique corners of the municipality.
The Fuerteventura Island Council reaffirms its commitment, supporting the race as part of the island's sports aid program. Positive participant feedback, excellent organization, and the event's design to accommodate the maximum number of athletes with minimal environmental impact are key reasons for support.
The route, one of its main attractions, traverses unique landscapes in the municipality of La Oliva, featuring volcanic paths and challenging trails. The race is designed to be accessible to a wide range of cyclists while maintaining the demanding level that has made it a benchmark for mountain biking in the Canary Islands.
The organization reminds participants that environmental awareness is essential, and respect for natural spaces is a prerequisite for participation, ensuring the event's growth without compromising the environment that makes it possible.
