Places on La Gomera
Discovering lively towns and quiet mountain villages is what a visit to La Gomera is all about. The following summary gives you an overall outline of the many different facets the green Canary island has to offer.
Alajero
Situated in the sun-drenched south, 800m above sea-level, the town of Alajero is surrounded by fallow fields. In the winter months, fog sweeps in from the sea, giving the village a magical flair. mehr
Alojera
The vast settlement on the northwest coast of La Gomera lies in an idyllic valley, with palm trees in abundance. Towering above the settlement are imposing cliffs. The frontal side opens up to a view of the blue Atlantic. mehr
Chipude
The mountain village of Chipude, on the plateau, is considered to be the oldest settlement on La Gomera. Even in the pre-Spanish era, the inhabitants knew to appreciate the fertile land near the cult mountain, La Fortaleza. Today, Chipude is a popular starting point for hikes. mehr
El Cedro
In a high valley on the northern edge of Garajonay National Park, lies the small village of El Cedro. Weekend homes, country hostels and a bar popular with hikers liven up the remote settlement near the misty forests. mehr
El Cercado
The typical stone houses and newer buildings of the well known pottery village in the highlands of La Gomera lie embedded in a beautiful terrace landscape. Three workshops keep the traditional art of pottery alive in El Cercado. mehr
La Calera
The old district of La Calera, with its whitewashed houses and roof terraces with amazing views, sits picturesquely on a mountain slope. Paved lanes and steep staircases keep traffic at bay and thusly preserve the idyllic centre of town. mehr
La Playa
The tourist-centre of the valley is the district La Playa. Situated directly on the beach, it offers an attractive black sand beach as well as a multitude of apartments. A small promenade gives la Playa all the charm of a lovely beach town. mehr
La Puntilla
The district of La Puntilla was developed on the coastal stretch between the harbour district and the Playa des Valle Gran Rey. The attractive apartment complexes, restaurants and shops are clustered around the small lagoon Charco del Conde. mehr
Las Hayas
Bordering the national park and surrounded by palm groves, the idyllic mountain village lies in a hilly landscape. Thick trade wind clouds often pass over Las Hayas, which lies at over 1000m above sea level, allowing for year-round farming. . mehr
Playa Santiago
The fishing village Playa Santiago, in the delta of many beautiful ravines, lies in the sunny south of La Gomera. In the area where fish used to be processed, independent tourists can enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the town. mehr
San Sebastian
In the metropolis of the island, nothing can be felt of the big town chaos and hectic. Even so, this port on the east coast lures visitors with it’s cultural sights, businesses and the largest ferry and yacht arbour on the island. mehr
Vallehermoso
The north western district of Vallehermoso is towered over by the 400m tall volcanic vent, Roque Cano. Green banana plantations, small vineyards and potato fields cover large parts of this beautiful valley. mehr
Valle Gran Rey
The legendary valley of the great king is the most popular destination on La Gomera. mehr
Vueltas
Vueltas, the protected port of Valle Gran Rey, where bright fishing boats and sailing yachts bob in the water, lies at the foot of steep cliff faces. Rustic bars, restaurants and colourful shops and apartments bring life to the old district of Vueltas. mehr
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