El Hierro is the smallest of the Canaries and one of the most attractive of all Atlantic Islands. Few places in the world conserve their true nature and natural beauty like the island of El Hierro. If you want to spend your holidays close to nature,this is the place to be.

El Hierro

El Hierro has a stark contrast of very different landscapes, including lava flows, volcanic cones, green pinewoods, gentle meadows and laurel woodland (laurisilva), and rocky coasts with colossal cliffs.

On El Hierro, you can be as one with nature by, taking a walk along its pathways on foot or by mountain bike, paragliding over its valleys or potholing in the islands volcanic tunnels.

ancient juniper

For unusual sights visitors can visit the woodland of ancient junipers, the Orchilla lighthouse or the Cave of Don Justo, at La Restinga.

The island has some fascinating underwater scenery, with crystal-clear waters in an incredible volcanic setting together with hundreds of

Giant Lizard

subtropical species. Another of the island’s attractions is The Recovery Centre for the Giant Lizard (an indigenous protected species of great scientific interest), which is located in Guinea Village.

Top things to do and see on El Hierro

El Pinar – covering a long swath of the southern half of the island, the towering pines in the pristine El Pinar forest are idle for a wander or drive.
Camino de Jinama – this is one of the islands best downhill walks, offering fantastic views of El Golfo and the Atlantic.
El Sabinar – the windswept juniper trees sculpted by the wind into eerie, gnome-like shapes are a marvel to see.
La Restinga – the island’s scuba-diving capital and its major tourism centre, the calm waters here make it ideal for diving.

La Caleta – this is a natural cove with a nice promenade, and is ideal for a spot of swimming.