Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife has literally been flooded. We bring you pictures and videos of the storm and its aftermath.
Photos of the Canary Islands
In this section, you’ll find photos and photo galleries of the Canary Islands. From towns and cities to nature, and from people to animals. We hope you enjoy our photos of Tenerife:
Graffiti and stickers bearing anti-tourism slogans keep popping up across the Canary Islands. We've compiled a collection of them here.
The «Mascarita Ponte Tacón» in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, is colourful and lively. Here are some photos from the night.
On Ash Wednesday, things are far from over in the Canary Islands. In Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife, it's only just getting started. The pictures.
Graffiti and stickers targeting tourists on the one hand, good hosts on the other. How our readers are experiencing the tourism debate.
Icod de los Vinos is home to one of Tenerife's wildest traditions: the Tablas de San Andrés. Here are the pictures.
Seve Díaz has done it: with his restaurant, El Taller, he has ascended to the culinary Olympos. These are his dishes.
More than 2,000 athletes took part in the Spartan Race on Tenerife. Here are the best photos.
Small, large and very large aeroplanes have taken to the skies above Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife. Here are the best photos.
On the night of 24 June, Tenerife traditionally celebrates the Noche de San Juan. Here are the best photos.
The Paseo Romero Marinero is a huge parade of fishermen and their families in Tenerife. Here are the best photos.
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There are numerous abandoned places on Tenerife. This one is special. We show how the skeleton of La Matanza is falling into disrepair.
Nature is beginning to come to life on Gran Canaria. Santa Lucía de Tirajana is a perfect example of this. It looks absolutely beautiful there at the moment.
The Santa Cruz police are exhibiting jewellery from the past and present in the capital of Tenerife. Our photographer was there.
The traditional Romería takes place every year in Los Realejos. Here are some pictures of this popular pilgrimage.
Photo: Sylvia Kreye A magnificent bouquet of flowers adorns the simple cross in front of the Colegio Tomás de Iriarte on the Plaza de la Iglesia in Puerto de la Cruz. Click the «NEXT IMAGE >» button to continue…
New photos: We bring you the highlights of Semana Santa in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife.
Even before «Semana Santa», there are plenty of events taking place in the Canary Islands. Here we show the «Vía Crucis» in Puerto de la Cruz.
For months now, the main beach in the north of Tenerife has been closed due to sewage. Local residents are angry - and this is what it looks like.
During Carnival in Tenerife, many revellers get particularly creative with their costumes. We're showcasing the best ones.
The carnival on Tenerife turned out to be just as colourful and lively as ever. Here are the best photos.
Waves off the coast of Tenerife are reaching heights of up to five metres. An official warning has been in place for days. We have photos and videos.
Once a year, the 'Mascarita ponte tacón' race takes place in Puerto de la Cruz. We take a look at this crazy tradition.
In Tenerife, it is traditional to 'bury the sardine' on Ash Wednesday. We bring you pictures of this quirky tradition.
Puerto de la Cruz and Düsseldorf have enjoyed a friendship spanning several decades. The delegation from the Canary Islands joined in the celebrations again this year.
Tenerife has kicked off its street carnival. The opening day was colourful, long and very, very loud. Here are the photos and videos.
The election of the Carnival Queen is one of the highlights of the Carnival in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife. We've put together a selection of the best photos.
Carnival is now taking Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife by storm. The Gala del Rey is one of the highlights. Here are some photos.
To the beat of Afro-Cuban rhythms, locals and tourists in Alcalá, Tenerife, celebrated the «Fiesta del Son». Here are the photos.
The Romería de La Florida in La Orotava was a real experience. Here are the best photos from the big fiesta.
Playa Bollullo is considered one of the most beautiful beaches on Tenerife. But it has a dangerous side. This is it.
The Pez Gordo in Puerto de la Cruz offers an excellent blend of Canary Islands and European cuisine. A look at the restaurant and its dishes.
The most famous swimming pool in the north of Tenerife has been completely refurbished. This is how beautiful Lago Martiánez in Puerto de la Cruz has become.
70 campers have blocked a popular road on La Palma. Here's what it looked like and what's behind the protest.
The Taoro Hotel is an icon of the Canary Islands, as is Atlantic Hills, its smaller sister hotel. Both are getting a facelift. This is what it looks like there.
It is the most modern swimming pool in the Canary Islands. It is due to open shortly in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife. We offer an exclusive look behind the scenes.
Playa La Lajilla (Costa Alegre) on Gran Canaria is closed. The water quality at the beach is too poor. This is how it has changed.
The Canary Islands have been hit by a spring tide. We provide an insight into the full extent of the destruction.
The Rallye Norte has stopped off in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife. Here are some photos of the teams preparing their cars.
There are dozens of processions in the Canary Islands around Easter. Here are the photos and videos from Puerto de la Cruz in the north of Tenerife.
Every year, thousands of revellers gather for the carnival in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife. Their celebrations are so colourful and exuberant. Here are the best photos!
Puerto de la Cruz joins in the celebrations at the Düsseldorf Rose Monday parade. Here are the best photos of the Tenerife carnival delegation in the Rhineland.
The Taoro Hotel in Tenerife once hosted exclusive guests. Then things went quiet around the prestigious building in Puerto de la Cruz. Until now.
The largest forest fire in the recent history of the Canary Islands has been raging on Tenerife for several months. Here are the photos and videos.
A spin-off of the German Oktoberfest has been celebrated in Tenerife for 50 years. Find out what it's like and how much longer the celebrations will continue.
The forest fire on Tenerife has been raging for over two weeks. Parts of the Canary Islands have been transformed for decades to come. The pictures and videos.
A forest fire has broken out in the heart of Gran Canaria. The cause has now been established. You can see the pictures and videos here.
Measuring just under 900 square metres, the sand carpet on the town hall square in La Orotava is the world's largest ephemeral sand painting. The pictures.
The Musca Festival has once again attracted tens of thousands of visitors to Puerto de la Cruz. Here are the best photos from the street festival.
Every year on 3 May, Tenerife hosts Europe's longest fireworks display as part of the Fiestas de la Cruz. Here are the pictures.
Over the weekend in Puerto de la Cruz, there were discussions about environmental protection and waste prevention. Impressions from Environment Day in Tenerife.
Puerto de la Cruz celebrates its very own carnival on Tenerife. Here you can see the best photos from the carnival in Puerto de la Cruz.
Tenerife's carnival is considered the second largest in the world. On the island, Puerto de la Cruz is getting ready for the festivities. Here are the pictures.
La Orotava is the town that gives its name to the valley above Puerto de la Cruz. Here you'll find pictures of the 'town of balconies'.
The islands have invested in new LED lighting schemes. This is how beautiful the new Christmas lights look in the Canary Islands.
The world's fittest compete in the Spartan race. The fourth and final race in Spain took place on Tenerife. Here are the photos.
Buenavista del Norte offers one of the most beautiful views in Tenerife. We'll show you a selection of photos of the stunning Punta de Teno.
Tenerife has refurbished its major southern airport thanks to a major investment. We've put together some photos and impressions. Here they are.
La Gomera is diverse and beautiful. So it's no wonder that it's worth sharing more of the most beautiful pictures of La Gomera.
Canary Islands photos
Canary Islands photos: In this category you’ll find all the photo galleries from Tenerife News. Simply click through our photos of Tenerife and the Canary Islands. We hope you enjoy our photos and videos.