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 […]
Gorge Hike
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. […]
Circular Hike with Cave Visit in Arico Viejo
Arico Viejo – A Traditional Village with Renowned Hiking and Climbing Areas Arico Viejo is a small, traditional village in the southeast of Tenerife, belonging to the municipality of Arico. It has a relatively small population, with the number of inhabitants estimated to be around 1,000. Overall, Arico Viejo is a quiet, authentic place that […]
Scenic Circular Hike through the Barranco de Ruiz and San Juan de La Rambla
Barranco de Ruiz – Natural Beauty, Accessible yet Rugged The Barranco de Ruiz is an impressive ravine located in the northern part of the Canary Island of Tenerife, specifically between the municipalities of Los Realejos and San Juan de la Rambla. And the ravine is renowned for its wild, natural beauty and offers a fascinating […]
Vega de San Mateo – Circular Walk through the Barranco del Agua
The Barranco del Agua – A Fascinating Natural Area The Barranco del Agua near Vega de San Mateo is one of the many impressive ravines on the island of Gran Canaria, known for its diverse and captivating landscape. This ravine, located in the heart of the island’s mountainous interior, is a typical example of 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. […]
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Adventurous Route around Montaña de Tejina
Montaña de Tejina – a 2-million-year-old volcano Montaña de Tejina is located within the municipality of Guía de Isora, above the village of Tejina, at a mid-altitude in the southwest of Tenerife. This volcanic rock, more than 2 million years old, was formed during the same geological period as Las Cañadas. Montaña de Tejina is […]
Long-Distance Hiking Trail GR-132 Stages 6 and 7 – Playa Rajita via Alajeró to Playa Santiago
Long-Distance Hiking Trail GR-132 Stages 6 and 7 In this article, I describe stages 6 and 7 of the long-distance hiking trail GR-132 from Playa Rajita via Alajeró to Playa Santiago. On the small Canary Island of La Gomera, there are the long-distance hiking trails GR-131 and GR-132. While the GR-131 runs through the heights […]
Long-distance hiking trail GR-132 Stage 5 – Valle Gran Rey to Playa Rajita
Track of the island hike with all stages
Circular Hike around Presa de Las Niñas
The Presa de Las Niñas reservoir in the heart of the Gran Canaria Biosphere Reserve The Presa de Las Niñas reservoir is located in the Llanos de la Yerbahuerto at an altitude of approximately 900 meters. This area belongs to the Parque Rural de Nublo, located within the Gran Canaria Biosphere Reserve. In June 2005, […]