{"id":2377,"date":"2024-10-01T13:02:46","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T13:02:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sendaecoway.com\/que-ver-en-el-hierro"},"modified":"2024-10-14T07:39:24","modified_gmt":"2024-10-14T07:39:24","slug":"what-to-see-in-iron","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sendaecoway.com\/en\/blog\/que-ver-en-el-hierro\/","title":{"rendered":"What to see in El Hierro"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction to El Hierro<\/h2>\n

El Hierro is one of the Canary Islands<\/strong> located in the Atlantic. It was considered the smallest and least populated island of the archipelago, until 2018, when La Graciosa was renamed the eighth island, with El Hierro becoming the eighth. the second smallest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This small territory stands out for having become the first island in the world to be completely supplied by renewable energies<\/strong>which enabled it to be declared UNESCO Biosphere Reserve<\/strong> in 2000. <\/p>\n

El Hierro has also become the world's first smart<\/em> island<\/strong> The island's wifi access is available in almost every corner of the island, making it one of the world's most popular tourist destinations.<\/p>\n

For all these reasons, if you are looking to get away from the tourist crowds<\/strong>but at the same time you want to benefit of the sun and the sea<\/strong>enjoy the best local gastronomy<\/strong>to know the seabed <\/strong>that surrounds us, strolling among natural landscapes<\/strong>and appreciate views like no other, el Hierro is the perfect destination<\/strong> that will only leave you wanting more.<\/p>\n

In this article we will recommend our favourite places on the island so that you can get to know it in depth, no matter how many days you decide to stay. <\/p>\n

However, it should be noted that one of the reasons why the island of El Hierro is known is due to the wonders found in its seabed, so if you are thinking of coming to El Hierro, you should consider coming to enjoy the dives<\/strong>we recommend that you plan to be two or three more days<\/strong> so that you can get to know the rest of the island without any problems.<\/p>\n

DISCLAIMERS<\/h2>\n

Connectivity & Transport<\/h3>\n

Now, before introducing you to these emblematic and characteristic places of our island, it is important to make a few small clarifications that may help you when booking your trip<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Among them, we would like to mention that one of the few disadvantages of this island is that it has poor connectivity<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

\u200dThere are no direct flights to El Hierro from the mainland.<\/strong>You have to go through the airports of Gran Canaria or Tenerife to get there. You have the option of travelling by boat or by plane, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages.<\/p>\n

The aircraft<\/strong> will allow you to reach Valverde, the island's capital, in just a few minutes. 43 minutes from Tenerife, and about 55 minutes from Gran Canaria.<\/strong>. The price of the flight will depend more on the airline you choose to travel with than on the date. <\/p>\n

In this case, we recommend the low cost line<\/strong>, Canaryfly<\/strong>You'll get flights for much less than half the price of other airlines.<\/p>\n

Despite the speed of the flight, the disadvantage is that it deprives you of a car. El Hierro is a small island, but It will take you at least three days to walk the entire route.<\/strong>and the car is always the most convenient and fastest way. <\/p>\n

While there is the option of renting one upon arrival, the island has BUS LINES<\/strong> that will allow you to move between the different municipalities, having access to them regardless of whether you dock at the port or land at the airport.<\/p>\n

Bus departure times vary between 15-40 minutes.<\/strong>There are some lines that have different timetables depending on the months in which you choose to travel, for example, Route 4, which runs along the Circunvalaci\u00f3n de la Frontera, has a different timetable during the summer months (July to September). <\/p>\n

Even so, taking the bus is a fairly accessible option for everyone, and has a range of vouchers so that you can choose the best option according to your stay plans.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The other option to get to El Hierro is to go by boat from the port of Los Cristianos in the south of Tenerife, with the company Naviera Armas.<\/strong> It has 6 trips a day at different times with a duration of about 3 hours, and facilitates the option of travelling by car.<\/p>\n

It is important to remember that although travelling by car is the most comfortable way to travel, public transport will always be the best way to reduce the impact of our ecological footprint on the destination.<\/strong><\/p>\n

15 MUST-SEE PLACES TO VISIT IN IRON<\/h2>\n

Now we're talking! Now that we've made our explanations clear, we'll go on to highlight our favourite spots in this beautiful corner of the Canary Islands. All of them have their own peculiarities that will make you feel how special this incredible island can be.<\/p>\n

The Orchilla Lighthouse.<\/h3>\n

We start with the Orchilla Lighthouse<\/strong> because it deserves the first special mention. Everyone who visits it agrees that it is the best place on the island to contemplate the sky<\/strong>thanks to the tranquillity of being in front of the Atlantic Ocean.<\/p>\n

In addition, it has been considered officially<\/strong> as anot one of the 10 best places in Spain to watch the sunset<\/strong>This makes it an essential visit if you travel to this island.<\/p>\n

Geographically, the lighthouse is located to the west of the island, but it is a common expression in the area to say that it is .<\/strong>To get there you have to cross a tiny road, which is no longer asphalted at the last stretch of the route. <\/strong><\/p>\n

It is easily accessible by car,<\/strong> but on the unpaved part you have to go slowly, which is something you should be thankful for, because this way you can enjoy the views more.<\/p>\n

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The Orchilla Lighthouse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

La Dehesa de Sabinosa.<\/h3>\n

To this place se enter through the Sanctuary of the Virgen de los Reyes<\/strong>The route of the Faro de la Orchilla, patron saint of the island, as well as the route of the Faro de la Orchilla lighthouse, easy to reach by car<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

However, it is worth noting that this route is preferably walk it on foot<\/strong>It is much more beautiful and you will enjoy the trails and views much more than you would by car.<\/p>\n

El Sabinar is accessed from La Dehesa.<\/strong>The history of this place has made it one of the favourite places to visit. Here, you can find several junipers bent by the force of the wind that represent for this island the adaptation to adverse conditions<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

It is important to bear in mind that are highly prized and cherished monuments because of the rarity of their composition.<\/strong>The treatment they received from tourists has led to the choice of protect their specimens.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

The most famous of these is already protected by ropes to prevent us from approaching and damaging it.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, it is very interesting to note how this Sabina herre\u00f1a, just mentioned, was cover on the album by the former Queen guitarist<\/strong>Brian May, who also expressed his frustration at the treatment he was receiving from tourists.<\/p>\n

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\"El<\/div>
El Sabinar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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One of the specimens from the Dehesa de Sabinosa pasture<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Garo\u00e9 tree.<\/h3>\n

The Garo\u00e9 tree is also known as the sacred tree of El Hierro<\/strong>. In El Hierro, there are no fountains, springs or rivers, which makes the history of this emblematic tree even more special.<\/p>\n

It was worshipped by the Bimbache, the ancient inhabitants of the island, because of its leaves.<\/strong>The water supply is based on the use of water from the reservoirs, which are capable of collecting enough water to supply the entire population. <\/p>\n

Sadly, in the 17th century it was demolished<\/strong> It was not until 1949 that it was replaced by the one we can see today.<\/p>\n

This place has a interpretation centre<\/strong> in which we can find all the information related to its historical and archaeological importance.<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you like hiking<\/strong>This place is the right place to enjoy a journey through time, travelling through the marvellous history of this sacred site, the Herre\u00f1os were so fond of him that they created a 16-kilometre trail in his honour, called La Ruta del Agua<\/strong> and which begins and ends in San Andr\u00e9s, with the aim of informing the population and tourists about the history of water on the island.<\/p>\n

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\"The<\/div>
The Garo\u00e9 tree<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

El Mirador de La Pe\u00f1a.<\/h3>\n

The La Pe\u00f1a viewpoint is the most visited viewpoint on the island<\/strong> for the spectacular views they offer us at any time of the day, but above all, for the spectacular views they offer us at any time of the day, but above all, for the sunset so unique that it lets us see<\/strong>The island's most famous landmark, which cannot be seen in the same way from almost any other point on the island.<\/p>\n

Your 700 metres above sea level<\/strong> The views overlooking the valley of The Gulf<\/strong>as well as the Roques de Salmor<\/strong>, and the vineyards and orchards<\/strong> that extend all the way to the coast.<\/p>\n

This viewpoint is located to the north of El Hierro, in a locality called Guarazoca<\/strong>. It comes hand in hand with a restaurant called \"Mirador de C\u00e9sar Manrique Restaurant\".<\/strong>Both were built by the same architect.<\/p>\n

Thanks to its construction based on natural materials such as stone and wood<\/strong>and its location surrounded by gardens, this place has a special charm<\/strong> which, if you have already travelled to Lanzarote, you will notice immediately, as it is the island where this architect was born. <\/p>\n

In addition, it is uniquely designed to those who visit the viewpoint of La Pe\u00f1a, can taste the best local food.<\/strong>as well as the most diverse cocktails on the island.<\/p>\n

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\"Entrance<\/div>
Entrance to the Mirador and the Mirador De C\u00e9sar Manrique Restaurant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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\"Around<\/div>
Surroundings of Mirador De La Pe\u00f1a<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

El Mirador de Jinama.<\/h3>\n

The Jinama viewpoint is another incredible work left to us by C\u00e9sar Manrique,<\/strong> which, from the outset, gives us to understand how its location is completely integrated into nature.<\/p>\n

Like the La Pe\u00f1a viewpoint, this one also offers a marvellous view of the El Golfo area, but the most special thing about this viewpoint is that it is located at the top of the hill.us 1230 metres <\/strong>above sea level, gives us a view of La Palma like nowhere else on the island.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It is located in the centre-east of the island<\/strong>and begins one of the oldest trails on El Hierro, the Jinama Road<\/strong>whose paths lead us to La Frontera.<\/p>\n

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\"Views<\/div>
Views from the Jinama Road<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

El Mirador de Las Playas.<\/h3>\n

Located at<\/strong> north of the island and a 20-minute drive from Valverde.<\/strong>This viewpoint provides views of the sea from the seafront. more than 1000 metres above sea level.<\/strong><\/p>\n

From here, you can make out some of the most important scarce beaches<\/strong> that make up the island of El Hierro. In the distance, you can also see the Parador de Turismo of El Hierro<\/strong>as well as the incredible Roque de La Bonanza<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The special thing about this viewpoint is that, if we are lucky and catch a day without fog, We can also catch a glimpse of the marvellous curves of Tenerife and La Gomera, which will leave you speechless.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"Viewpoint<\/div>
Mirador De Las Playas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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