Icod de los Vinos is home to one of Tenerife's wildest traditions: the Tablas de San Andrés. Here are the pictures.
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:
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. We've got 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.
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.
Foto: 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…
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.
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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 outfits.
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. Here are some 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.
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.
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 Rallye Norte has stopped off in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife. Here are some photos of the teams preparing their cars.
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.
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 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.
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.
La Gomera is regarded as a particularly unspoilt and beautiful island in the Canary Islands. Here you can see the 31 most beautiful photos and places.
There are some real gems of street art hidden away on various pillars in Puerto de la Cruz. We'll take you on a photographic tour.