Route around the north of the island: nature, culture and leisure

A route around the north of Tenerife combines nature, culture and leisure to perfection. Between the Teide and the Atlantic Ocean, the north of the island is the perfect place for discovering the island’s traditions, gastronomy and handicrafts, while enjoying its coast and pleasant temperatures all year round. The Casa del Vino La Baranda, the historic quarter of La Orotava and Puerto de la Cruz are three possible stops to be made along this route.

The history and flavour of the wines of Tenerife

The Casa del Vino La Baranda is an former Canarian estate from the 17th century which houses the island’s vine and wine museum (Museo Insular de la Vid y el Vino de Tenerife) and the house of honey (Casa de la Miel). In the tasting room, you can try and purchase wines from the island. There is also a restaurant where you can try traditional recipes with a refreshing new take. The Casa del Vino La Baranda is open every day except Monday.

Walk around the historic town of La Orotava

The route can continue to the nearby valley of La Orotava, dominated by the imposing image of El Teide, the green of the mountainsides and the clearness of its sunny skies. In the high part of the valley, the historic old town of La Orotava with its artistic and architectural heritage are worth visiting, strolling around the lovely cobbled streets which contain some specialized establishments that offer an attractive array of Canarian handicrafts.

Puerto de la Cruz, tourism and art

Puerto de la Cruz, the former port of La Orotava, was one of the first places of interest for early international tourists in the late 18th century. It is still an important tourist town today, combining as it does a pronouncedly historic character with a lively atmosphere in its streets and seafront promenade, where local people and tourists mix freely. The town meets the sea in original manner through the Lago Martiánez complex and the beach of the same name, both spaces designed by the renowned Canarian artist César Manrique.

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Sustainability

- Never leave waste of any type lying around, including cigarette butts. Leftover food leads to a proliferation of rats and wild cats, which pose a serious threat to the fauna.
- Use the waste- paper baskets and, insofar as possible, separate and place your recycling waste in the appropriate containers.
- Do not throw any waste or other objects into the sea.
- Respect the animals. Do not bother them or feed them. If you see an injured specimen, you can call the emergency number: 112. Do not pick flowers or plants.
- Do not pick up or take away stones or any other item from the natural environment. And do not move them to pile them up into sadly famous 'towers'.
- In natural spaces and at viewpoints, do not leave the trail or the spaces designated for people to be in.
- Respect and look after the area's historic and cultural heritage, along with the public furniture and items for visitors, such as information panels or telescopes and binoculars.