La Gomera Travel Guide

31 more images of La Gomera, from Roque Agando to El Guro

The gallery takes in viewpoints looking across to Teide, the laurel forest of Garajonay National Park, the car-free lanes of El Guro above Valle Gran Rey and the remote hamlets of the north-west.

Johannes Bornewasser

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La Gomera schöne Orte 01 Roque Agando — The Roque Agando (on the right) is probably the most photographed eroded volcanic vent on La Gomera. From the Mirador Morro de Agando on the opposite side, the view stretches all the way to Tenerife.

La Gomera schöne Orte 02 Mirador Tajaque — The Mirador de Tajaque also offers a fantastic view of Tenerife and Mount Teide.

La Gomera schöne Orte 03 Nationalpark Garajonay — If you haven't visited the enchanted laurel forest in Garajonay National Park, you haven't truly experienced La Gomera.

La Gomera schöne Orte 04 Mirador el Rejo — And another viewpoint: the somewhat hidden Mirador de El Rejo overlooks the Hermigua valley in the north of the island.

La Gomera schöne Orte 05 Terrassenfelder Hermigua — Lush vegetation, winding roads and former terraced fields in the Upper Hermigua Valley characterise the landscape here.

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La Gomera schöne Orte 06 Hafen Vueltas — Life moves at a leisurely pace in the little harbour of Vueltas in Valle Gran Rey.

La Gomera schöne Orte 07 La Puntilla — There are many hotels and apartment complexes in the La Puntilla district of Valle Gran Rey.

La Gomera schöne Orte 08 La Playa — The joys of swimming on the sandy beach: the neighbourhood, with its little promenade and its restaurants and bars, is called La Playa. What else?

La Gomera schöne Orte 09 La Calera — The hamlet of La Calera nestles against the imposing cliffs of the "Great King's Valley" (Valle Gran Rey).

La Gomera schöne Orte 10 Ermita de los Reyes — The chimes of the Ermita de los Reyes can be heard throughout almost the entire valley. The slope on which the church stands had to be protected against erosion.

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La Gomera schöne Orte 11 El Guro Tal — A view looking up from the Königstal valley along the footpath to the waterfall (Cascada). The path leads through the mountain village of El Guro and is one of the most exciting walks in the whole valley.

La Gomera schöne Orte 12 Barranco Arrure — A bit of climbing and the odd wet foot are all part of the experience. The path then leads to the Cascada (waterfall) in the Barranco de Arure. It's well worth the effort.

La Gomera schöne Orte 13 Barranco Arure Wasserfall — The walk to the small waterfall in the Barranco de Arure is featured in almost every travel guide. Incidentally, the climb is also great for children who aren't quite so little anymore.

La Gomera schöne Orte 14 El Guro — In the mountain village of El Guro, which can only be reached via some 140 steps, there are a number of beautiful holiday flats and studios.

La Gomera schöne Orte 15 El Guro — A stroll down Calle El Guro. The 'street' is barely two metres wide. Cars don't drive there.

La Gomera schöne Orte 16 El Guro Ferienwohnungen — Pure relaxation in the village of El Guro. There is a wide variety of accommodation on offer, catering to almost every taste.

La Gomera schöne Orte 17 El Guro Kunst — El Guro is still regarded as an artists' village today. Freelance artists have left their mark there.

La Gomera schöne Orte 18 Felsen Arguamul — The north-west of the island, around the village of Arguamul, is rugged, peaceful and unspoilt. The few buildings there are mainly used as weekend and holiday homes.

La Gomera schöne Orte 19 Guillama — After a bumpy drive along a narrow road, visitors arrive in Guillama in the north-west of La Gomera. Here, time seems to have stood still.

La Gomera schöne Orte 20 Guillama Häuser — Back to the north-west: the houses in Guillama seem to be literally clinging to the hillside.

La Gomera schöne Orte 21 Hauptstadt San Sebastian — Life in the island's capital, San Sebastián, is always laid-back. You can explore the small town in no time. It's well worth a visit!

La Gomera schöne Orte 22 Iglesia la Asuncion — The Iglesia de La Asunción church in San Sebastián is steeped in history and one of the city's top attractions.

La Gomera schöne Orte 23 Vallehermoso — The municipality of Vallehermoso (beautiful valley) in the north of the island certainly lives up to its name.

La Gomera schöne Orte 24 Roque Cano — The Roque Cano is the landmark of the village of Vallehermoso. It towers above the village.

La Gomera schöne Orte 25 Bergdorf Imada — The mountain villages of La Gomera often look as if they've been painted. The village of Imada is situated in the more barren south of the island.

La Gomera schöne Orte 26 Iglesia San Salvador del Mundo — The early 15th-century church of San Salvador del Mundo is situated in Alajero. It has been superbly restored.

La Gomera schöne Orte 27 Museum Hermigua — In Hermigua, it's well worth stopping off at the Ethnographic Museum (MEG). For visitors who enjoy reading, the museum - housed in a former manor house - proves to be extremely informative. The admission fee is hardly worth mentioning.

La Gomera schöne Orte 28 Playa de Santiago — Playa de Santiago is the most touristy spot in the south. Yet even here, life is peaceful - especially in the evenings.

La Gomera schöne Orte 29 Besucherzentrum Juego de Bolas — No visitor should miss this: the Juego de Bolas Visitor Centre is situated in the north. There, anyone interested can find out almost everything there is to know about La Gomera.

La Gomera schöne Orte 30 Mirador de Abrante — Near the visitor centre, the Mirador de Abrante is a lovely spot to linger. Visitors should have a head for heights - or strong nerves. At the foot of the cliff lies one of La Gomera's most beautiful places: Agulo.

La Gomera schöne Orte 31 Stillleben la Calera — You can also admire still lifes like this one on La Gomera. This one was discovered in La Calera.

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