A guidebook to day walks and treks on the islands of La Gomera and El Hierro. Exploring the beautiful scenery of the smallest Canary Islands, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The 33 day walks range from 7 to 20km (4–12 miles) in length and can be enjoyed in 2–8 hours. The GR131 trek crosses all seven of the Canary Islands, and the La Gomera and El Hierro sections are described in 4 stages covering 86km (53 miles). The GR132, a circular long-distance walk around La Gomera, is also included, covering 133km (83 miles) over 6 stages with 2 variants provided. 1:50,000 maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on planning, facilities and public transport Easy access from San Sebastián and Valverde Part of a 5-volume Cicerone series on the whole of the Canary Islands

This compact, pocket-sized Tenerife & La Gomera travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Tenerife & La Gomera. This Tenerife & La Gomera guidebook covers: Santa Cruz, La Laguna and the Anaga, Candelaria and Güímar, Puerto de la Cruz and around, Garachico and the Teno, The west coast, The southwest resorts, The southeast coast, Teide and the interior, San Sebastián and southern La Gomera, Valle Gran Rey, Northern La Gomera. Inside this Tenerife & La Gomera travel book you will find: Curated recommendations of places – main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas Things not to miss in Tenerife & La Gomera – Garajonay, La Gomera, Parque Nacional del Teide, whale- and dolphin- watching, La Laguna, Masca, The Anaga, La Orotava, Garachico, Candelaria, Jardín Botánico, Mirador de Abrante, La Gomera, cliffs of Los Gigantes, Drago Milenario, Icod de los Vinos, Parque García Sanabria, Santa Cruz, stargazing Ready-made itinerary samples – created for different time frames or types of trip Tenerife & La Gomera at a glance – an overview map of Tenerife & La Gomera with key areas and short descriptions of what you’ll find there Day trips – extra information for those on longer breaks or wanting to venture further afield Practical travel tips – information on how to get there and around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A–Z directory Handy language section – themed basic vocabulary for greetings, numbers and food and drink Independent reviews – honest descriptions of places to eat, drink or stay, written by our expert authors Accommodation – handy reference guide to a range of hotels for different budgets What’s new – a short overview of the changes in Tenerife & La Gomera in recent years for repeat travellers Fully updated post-COVID-19 The guide is a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. It gives you a distinct taste of Tenerife & La Gomera with a concise edit of all the information you’ll need.

Discover these exciting volcanic islands with the most incisive and entertaining travel guide on the market. Whether you plan to explore the backstreets of Santa Cruz, relax on a black-sand beachor hike in the shadow of Mount Teide, Pocket Rough Guide Tenerife & La Gomera will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. - Perfect for short trips - compact and concise, with all the practical info you'll need for a few days' stay. - Things not to miss - our rundown of Tenerife and La Gomera's unmissable sights and experiences. - Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your visit. - Independent, trusted reviews - written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, with options to suit every budget. - Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography. - Detailed island coverage - whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Chapters cover each area in depth, with all the sights and the best of the nearby shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs. Areas covered include: Santa Cruz; La Laguna; the Anaga; Candelaria and Guimar; Puerto de la Cruz; La Orotava; Garachico; the Teno; the west coast; the southwest resorts; the south coast; Teide; the interior; San Sebastian and Playa de Santiago; Valle Gran Rey; northern La Gomera. Attractions covered include: Barranco del Infierno; Costa Martianez; Teide National Park; Parque Garcia Sanabria; Icod de los Vinos; El Sauzal; Acantilados de Los Gigantes; El Encantadora. -Accommodation - our unbiased selection of the top places to stay, to suit every budget. - Essentials - crucial pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, leisure and sports, health, tourist information, festivals, events and more. - Background information - an easy-to-use chronology, plus a handy Spanish language section. About Rough Guides : Escape the everyday with Rough Guides. We are a leading travel publisher known for our "tell it like it is" attitude, up-to-date content and great writing. Since 1982, we've published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe, with an ever-growing series of ebooks, a range of beautiful, inspirational reference titles, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.

Discover the best of Tenerife & La Gomera with this compact, practical, entertaining Pocket Rough Guide. This slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for travellers on short trips, and covers all the key sights such as Mount Teide, Icod de los Vinos, El Encantadora, restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors. The Pocket Rough Guide Tenerife & La Gomera covers: Santa Cruz; La Laguna; the Anaga; Candelaria and Güímar; Puerto de la Cruz; La Orotava; Garachico; the Teno; the West Coast; the Southwest resorts; the South Coast; Teide; the Interior; San Sebastián and Playa de Santiago; Valle Gran Rey; Northern La Gomera. Inside this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selection for every kind of trip to Tenerife & La Gomera, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Santa Cruz to family activities in child-friendly places, like La Laguna or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Puerto de la Cruz. INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWS Covering the Anaga, San Sebastián, Valle Gran Rey and more, the practical Places section provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES The routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like Barranco del Infierno and Costa Martiánez and hidden gems like Teide National Park and Parque García Sanabria. DAY-TRIPS Venture further afield to Los Gigantes or El Sauzal. This tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive. HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Tenerife & La Gomera. COMPACT FORMAT Packed with pertinent practical information, this is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring Agulo. HANDY PULL-OUT MAP With every major sight and listing highlighted, the pull-out map makes on-the-ground navigation easy. ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN Features fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Includes invaluable background information on how to get to Tenerife & La Gomera, getting around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory and a handy language section and glossary.

La Gomera can be considered the wildest of the Canary Islands. From the central highlands of the almost 1500-metre high island, countless, steep-walled gorges wind down to the sea, slicing the otherwise gently sloping island coast like a cake. La Gomera is made for nature-loving walkers, and offers an incredible variety in its countryside: Idyllic valleys with terraced fields and palm groves stand in contrast to precipitous cliffs and spectacular gorges; the magical laurel forests of Garajonay National Park are countered by pine forests and banana plantations. Thus, the hiker can expect a pleasant stroll like no other, between blazing lava beaches, lush, misty primeval forests, ridges shrouded in clouds – and the ever-present, deep-blue Atlantic. This Rother Walking Guide presents the hiker with a wide variety of entertaining tour recommendations encompassing all regions of La Gomera. These walks range from comfortable paths through palm-studded valleys, to tranquil mountain strolls, to panoramic summit climbs – hiking trails through the dreamy, misty primeval forest are mentioned, as well as the partly paved caminos, which once represented the main connecting roads between villages. Many of the 70 tour recommendations are ideal for less experienced hikers. Yet experienced mountain hikers who are not afraid of power hikes and can handle a shot of adventure and risk will also find a rich selection of routes. This excellently researched guide is enhanced by outstanding colour photos and map excerpts based on the Freytag&Berndt hiking map of Gomera (scale 1:35,000), and is highly recommended to all mountain fans of the island. Walkers also interested in the neighbouring islands should check out the Rother Walking Guides on La Palma, Tenerife and Gran Canaria.

The Geology of the Canary Islands provides a concise overview of the geology and volcanology of the Canary Islands, along with 27 carefully planned day excursions comprising trips on all of the islands. Each stop includes a description on how to approach a site and where to park with GPS locations provided. The book covers all the spectacular features of the islands, including active ocean island volcanoes whose origins are linked to a hot spot or plume causing anomalously hot mantle material to intrude the African plate, submarine volcanic sequences uplifted inside the islands, sub- aerial shield volcanoes, and the remains of giant lateral collapses. Through its clearly written and richly color-illustrated introduction and field guide, this book is essential reading for geologists who visit the Canary Islands, one of the largest and most fascinating active volcanic systems in Europe. - Includes a forward by Prof. C. J. Stillman (Trinity College Dublin), a leading expert on the volcanology and geology of the Canary Islands - Features 500 full color images, coupled with in-depth introductory text and a chapter on each island, followed by 27 guided excursions that include all of the seven islands of the archipelago - Familiarizes the reader with the variety of volcanic landforms and eruptive products in the Canary Islands and provides practical support in recognition, recording, and interpretation - Develops understanding of growth, evolution, and destruction of ocean island volcanoes, promoting temporal and spatial thinking within a given geological framework