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 […]
Hiking through villages
Circular Walk Tenteniguada – Caldera de Los Marteles
Tenteniguada and the Renowned Sendero Caldera de Los Marteles Tenteniguada is a small, picturesque village on the island of Gran Canaria, part of the Valsequillo municipality. Located in the central part of the island at about 800 meters above sea level, it is known for its natural beauty and the spectacular scenery that surrounds it. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Circular Walk Mogán – Tauro – Molino de Viento
Puerto de Mogán and Mogán – a Popular Excursion Destination More well-known than the village of Mogán is the holiday resort of Puerto de Mogán. The famous harbour and frequently visited tourist spot emerged in the 1980s right on the coast. However, the village of Mogán, which lies a bit further inland, has existed for […]
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