From the caldera, which is one of the most recent formations on the island, we will continue our
journey towards the Montañón Negro Natural Monument, one of the youngest volcanoes in
Gran Canaria and one of the most representative and well-preserved geomorphological
structures of the island volcanic activity.
We will go around the big black mountain known as the Montañón Negro and enter a forest
track that will take us to the Casa Rural Maria Luisa, a rural guest house in the municipality of
Moya, located in stunning natural surroundings.
This charming rural guest house is located in the Finca Ecológica Montañón Negro, an
ecological property in a protected natural environment of great ecological and geological value.
In this unique environment, we will be able to taste some of the local products and dishes.
THIS ROUTE INCLUDES:
Important Notice:
Due to the current situation caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, we at Gran Canaria Natural & Active, the association responsible for organising the 'Gran Canaria Walking Festival' have been forced to cancel the food tastings we had planned at the end of each route in the stated tourist establishments, so as to comply with current regulations banning social gatherings and celebrations of more than 10 people.
However, the organisation will still offer all participants a snack-type lunch every day of the event during each of our routes.
However, the organisation will still offer all participants a snack-type lunch every day of the event during each of our routes.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The route has a cumulative elevation gain of 730, so it is recommended to take plenty of water
to tackle this climb. Its difficulty level is manageable, but the climb goes on for several
kilometres.
The path runs through areas of volcanic ash known as picón and some stretches of loose soil
and gravel, so it is important to wear appropriate footwear. Hiking poles can be of great help for
uphill sections. This route is suitable for people over 16 years old.
INTERESTING SPOTS
MONTE PAVÓN RECREATION AREA
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This recreation area is located in Monte
Pavón, an area known for being used for livestock raising, an activity that has been
practiced in the area for several centuries and is still going on today.
LOMO DEL PALO
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This ridge forms a dividing line between the municipalities of
Gáldar and Santa María de Guía, located between Monte Pavón and La Caldereta, very
close to the Monte Pavón recreation area. This place is named after the tree that once
covered this area, the Picconia excelsa, locally known as Palo Blanco, which was
widely used in Gran Canaria to make agricultural tools and implements because of the
hardness of its wood.
CALDERA DE LOS PINOS
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The Caldera de los Pinos, also known as the
Caldera de los Pinos de Gáldar is located at an altitude of 1350 metres above sea level.
Inside this volcanic depression formed by a major eruption, the Canary Island pine
predominates, and we can find some centenary specimens of this tree in the area.
MONTAÑÓN NEGRO
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Montañón Negro is a natural monument located in the
area near the caldera of Gáldar. This volcano recorded one of the youngest volcanic
eruptions on the island of Gran Canaria, which is why we can still clearly see its shape
thanks to its good state of conservation. Its dark colours from the pyroclastic rocks
(known as picón) and the lava flows of this area (known as malpaís) are its most
distinctive features.
PICK-UP
| Time | meeting point |
|---|---|
8:30 | Alfredo Kraus Auditorium - Las Palmas de Gran Canaria |
8:00 | Tourist information Office, next to the CC Yumbo Centrum- Playa del Inglés |
Arrival
| Time | Meeting point |
|---|---|
14:30 | Alfredo Kraus Auditorium - Las Palmas de Gran Canaria |
15:00 | Tourist information Office, next to the CC Yumbo Centrum- Playa del Inglés |
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