La Crestería

A trail along the Caldera de Taburiente ridge

This is one of La Palma’s quintessential volcanic trails, perfect for mountain lovers. It runs along the entire ridge of the Caldera de Taburiente, starting at the Roque de los Muchachos and ending at the Pico de la Nieve, although different variations are possible, such as finishing at the Refugio del Pilar. It offers impressive views overlooking the Caldera de Taburiente National Park. You can admire the southern slope on one side and the northern slope on the other. Along the way, near the Pico de la Sabina, you can see a tagoror, a meeting place for the Auaritas, the first settlers of the island, as this area was of great importance for the them. The interesting pine trees with their original shapes are not to be missed along the way.

Length

26 kilómetros

El Paso, Garafía, Barlovento, San Andrés y Sauces, Puntallana, Santa Cruz de La Palma

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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.
- 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'.
- Respect the signposting along trails. Leaving the set paths causes damage to the environment and could also be dangerous for you and anyone with you.
- It is safer to keep your pet on a lead.
- Try not to alter the peace of the environment with excessive noise (loud music, yelling, etc.).