New Visitor Regulations in Teide National Park: How to Register? I have already written everything you need to know about the Teide ascent in my article Pico del Teide – hiking on Spain’s highest mountain. However, since November 2024, the island administration (Cabildo) of Tenerife has introduced new visitor regulations for the Teide National Park. […]
Grand Circular Hike to the Cuevas de Caballero
The Cuevas de Caballero On this beautiful circular hike, you will also reach the Cuevas de Caballero via the upper ridge path. These caves, among many other interesting sights you will encounter throughout the hike, are the highlight of this tour. The Cuevas de Caballero are among the most fascinating cave systems on the island […]
Tranquil circular hike Los Brezos via Araya
Los Brezos circular hiking trail with high adventure value The Los Brezos circular hiking trail with the official designation SL TF 294 in the Valle de Güímar connects several traditional hiking trails. Part of this trail is also identical to the circular hike around Pico Igonse. Most of the hike runs through agricultural land at […]
From Artenara to Cruz de Tejeda via a Varied Ridge Trail
Hiking in and around Artenara Artenara, situated at an altitude of approximately 1,200 metres, is the highest village on Gran Canaria. It stands out for its spectacular location within the island’s Biosphere Reserve and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and ravines. Artenara is renowned for its cave dwellings, carved into the volcanic […]
A Short Circular Walk Around the Montaña de Artenara
Artenara and the Montaña de Artenara Artenara, situated at an altitude of approximately 1,200 metres, is the highest village on Gran Canaria. It captivates visitors with its spectacular location in the island’s Biosphere Reserve and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and ravines. Artenara is renowned for its cave dwellings carved into volcanic […]
Diverse Hike Circuit Around Trevejos
Trevejos – A Small Hamlet in Southeast Tenerife Trevejos is a small settlement within the municipality of Vilaflor de Chasna on Tenerife. With fewer than 50 residents, it is situated about 3 km from Vilaflor’s centre. The hamlet lies at an average altitude of around 1,640 metres and covers an area of 15 square kilometres. […]
Circular hike from Arico to the El Contador rest area
The El Contador Recreational Area El Contador is a secluded rest area, located 1,250 meters high in the mountains on the eastern side of Tenerife. The surroundings are lush with dense bushes and Canarian pine forests. Among the wildlife species in this area, you can find blue rock thrushes, woodpeckers, various beetles, and butterflies. This […]
Short Walk Above Aldea de San Nicolás – Degollada de Tasartico
Aldea de San Nicolás, Tasarte, and the Inagua Nature Reserve Aldea de San Nicolás and its smaller neighbour, Tasarte, are two typical Canarian villages located in the southwest of Gran Canaria, distinguished by their stunning natural landscapes and rich history. The village boasts a population of nearly 8,000 residents. Surrounded by impressive mountains and the […]
Circular Hike through Many Gorges around Montaña de las Lajas
Las Lajas – Picnic Area and Great Starting Point for Hikes The picnic area, Zona Recreativa Las Lajas, is located in the southwestern part of the island of Tenerife at an altitude of 2,100 metres above sea level along the TF-21. Due to this altitude, temperatures can vary significantly between seasons and even between day […]
Leisurely Circular Walk around Veneguera
Veneguera – A Traditional Canarian Village Away from the Tourist Areas Veneguera is a small village on Gran Canaria, located within the municipality of Mogán in the southwestern part of the island. The village is renowned for its picturesque setting in a fertile valley, surrounded by impressive mountains and lush vegetation typical of the region. […]