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 […]
Forest hike
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 […]
Two Major Hiking Routes around Vega de San Mateo
Vega de San Mateo – a Rural and Traditional Mountain Village Vega de San Mateo is a municipality in the central part of the Canary Island of Gran Canaria. It is a rural and traditional community known for its agriculture, markets, cultural festivals, and natural beauty. Situated at an altitude of 800 meters in the […]
Circular Hike Azulejos de Veneguera
Azulejos de Veneguera – The Colourful Rocks of Gran Canaria The Azulejos de Veneguera are located in the south of Gran Canaria on the GC-20-200 between Mogán and Aldea de San Nicolás. Colourful rocks and entire rock bands are commonly found on the Canary Islands. However, the Azulejos de Veneguera shine with a unique intensity. […]
A Leisurely Stroll Through the Cloud Forest from Arure to Vallehermoso
Arure – a Mountain Village in an Extraordinary Location The small mountain village of Arure is situated at an altitude of 825 metres above Valle Gran Rey. The locals often share the tale that Arure was once the seat of the ancient Canarian king after whom the large valley is named. What is certain is […]
Short Circular Hike around Roque Nublo
Roque Nublo – Landmark of Gran Canaria Roque Nublo (the Cloud Rock) is an approximately 65-meter-high imposing rock located in the center of the island in the Tejeda district on Gran Canaria. This impressive rock is considered the island’s landmark. Standing at 1,813 meters above sea level, it is visible from afar and is the […]
Hiking around the small Canarian village of La Culata
La Culata – Two small or one big hiking circuit The small village of La Culata is located at approximately 1200 meters above sea level in the center of the island of Gran Canaria and belongs to the municipality of Tejeda. In the village itself, there are still many traditionally built Canarian houses. These were […]
Circular Hike El Hierro – Part 2 and Part 3 Nuestra Señora de los Reyes via La Frontera to Puerto de Estaca
The bell tower on the volcanic cone in La Frontera in front of the cliff face
Circular hike from Chirche to Refugio de Chasogo and remote galleries
Refugio de Chasogo – a locked mountain hut Refugio de Chasogo is a shelter located below Montaña de Chasogo. It’s a partial destination of this extensive circular hike starting in Chirche. I’ll present two different routes to hike from Chirche up towards Cañadas and hence to Refugio de Chasogo. Both routes include a visit to […]
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Circular walk Casa de Teresme and Galería de Nuestra Señora Rosario
Casa de Teresme – a remote location above La Quinta Casa de Teresme is an abandoned farmhouse situated high above La Quinta on the main hiking trail from Adeje to Las Lajas. Originally, this partially brick-paved path connected the coast to the central region. However, to visit Casa de Teresme, you don’t necessarily have to […]