Hiking Villages in Canary Islands

53 villages · 133 - 78,584 inhabitants · Nature 83/100

Hiking Villages in Canary Islands: key facts

  • 53 villages total
  • Santa Lucía de Tirajana (78,584 inh.)
  • Granadilla de Abona (58,752 inh.)
  • San Bartolomé de Tirajana (54,291 inh.)
  • 40 on the coast

The Canary Islands, an archipelago of volcanic origin, offer diverse landscapes ideal for hiking enthusiasts. Scattered across these islands are 53 municipalities that serve as excellent bases for exploring the rugged terrain. These villages, with an average population of 13,740, range in altitude from a mere 43 metres to a lofty 1,500 metres, providing varied hiking experiences. Consider Santa Lucía de Tirajana, located in the Sureste comarca of Gran Canaria. With a population of 78,584 and an altitude of 680m, it provides access to the Fortaleza de Ansite, a site of historical significance offering panoramic views. Alternatively, Granadilla de Abona, in the south of Tenerife, presents a different appeal. Its proximity to Montaña Roja, a natural reserve, makes it a compelling destination. These villages provide not only access to trails but also a glimpse into the unique culture of the Canary Islands.

53 villages to explore

Santa Lucía de Tirajana

Sureste · 78,584 hab.

Granadilla de Abona

Sur de Tenerife · 58,752 hab.

San Bartolomé de Tirajana

Sur · 54,291 hab.
Adeje

Adeje

Sur de Tenerife · 50,021 hab.
Adeje

Adeje

Sur de Tenerife · 50,021 hab.
Adeje

Adeje

Sur de Tenerife · 50,021 hab.
Adeje

Adeje

Sur de Tenerife · 50,021 hab.
Adeje

Adeje

Sur de Tenerife · 50,021 hab.
Adeje

Adeje

Sur de Tenerife · 50,021 hab.
Adeje

Adeje

Sur de Tenerife · 50,021 hab.

La Orotava

Valle de La Orotava · 42,514 hab.
Los Realejos

Los Realejos

Valle de La Orotava · 37,867 hab.
Los Realejos

Los Realejos

Valle de La Orotava · 37,867 hab.

Agüimes

Sureste · 33,800 hab.

Ingenio

Sureste · 32,905 hab.

San Miguel de Abona

Sur de Tenerife · 23,960 hab.

Guía de Isora

Sur de Tenerife · 22,654 hab.

Güímar

Valle de Güímar · 22,009 hab.

Pájara

Sur · 21,570 hab.

Los Llanos de Aridane

Oeste de La Palma · 20,582 hab.

Yaiza

Sur · 18,842 hab.

Santa Brígida

Centro-Norte · 18,766 hab.

El Rosario

Área Metropolitana · 17,958 hab.

Santiago del Teide

Sur de Tenerife · 12,582 hab.

Valsequillo de Gran Canaria

Centro-Este · 9,869 hab.

Arico

Sur de Tenerife · 9,505 hab.

La Victoria de Acentejo

Acentejo · 9,448 hab.

La Matanza de Acentejo

Acentejo · 9,092 hab.

El Paso

Oeste de La Palma · 8,290 hab.
Moya

Moya

Norte · 8,007 hab.

Vega de San Mateo

Centro · 7,899 hab.

Firgas

Norte · 7,728 hab.

Breña Alta

Este de La Palma · 7,487 hab.

Tinajo

Oeste · 6,939 hab.

Arafo

Valle de Güímar · 5,945 hab.
Agaete

Agaete

Noroeste · 5,683 hab.
Agaete

Agaete

Noroeste · 5,683 hab.

La Guancha

Icod-Daute · 5,667 hab.

Villa de Mazo

Este de La Palma · 5,131 hab.

San Juan de la Rambla

Norte de Tenerife · 4,987 hab.

Buenavista del Norte

Isla Baja · 4,695 hab.

La Frontera

Norte de El Hierro · 4,660 hab.

San Andrés y Sauces

Noreste de La Palma · 4,350 hab.
Valleseco

Valleseco

Centro-Norte · 3,775 hab.
Valleseco

Valleseco

Centro-Norte · 3,775 hab.
Valleseco

Valleseco

Centro-Norte · 3,775 hab.
Valleseco

Valleseco

Centro-Norte · 3,775 hab.
Valleseco

Valleseco

Centro-Norte · 3,775 hab.

About this region

Exploring the Canary Islands reveals a network of hiking villages, each with a distinct character shaped by its geography and traditions. The comarcas, or regions, within the islands offer diverse experiences. In Gran Canaria's Sureste comarca, Santa Lucía de Tirajana (population 78,584, altitude 680m) provides access to the Fortaleza de Ansite, where visitors can sample local Queso de flor and potaje de berros. Venturing to Tenerife, Granadilla de Abona (population 58,752, altitude 650m) in the south offers trails around Montaña Roja and fresh seafood in El Médano. Further west, Adeje (population 50,021, altitude 280m), also in southern Tenerife, is known for whale and dolphin watching tours departing from Costa Adeje, and the fresh fish available in La Caleta. San Bartolomé de Tirajana (population 54,291, altitude 850m) in the south of Gran Canaria, provides access to the Dunas de Maspalomas, a Saharan-like landscape, where papas arrugadas con mojo are a local culinary staple. La Orotava (population 42,628, altitude 390m), in the Valle de La Orotava, offers a glimpse into traditional architecture at Casa de los Balcones, and local cuisine in the guachinches.