Friday, 12 June 2026
On the occasion of the official visit of Pope Leo XIV to Tenerife, special mobility and security measures will be in place at various points across the island on Friday, 12 June.
Most tourist services, accommodation, restaurants, shops and activities will continue to operate as normal. However, temporary traffic restrictions and increased numbers of people are expected in certain areas.
⚠️ If you plan to travel between Santa Cruz de Tenerife, San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Tenerife North Airport or Teide National Park, we recommend allowing more time than usual for your journeys.
Areas where the greatest disruption is expected
San Cristóbal de La Laguna
Several events will take place in the La Laguna area during the morning.
The main disruptions will be concentrated in:
- Plaza del Cristo.
- Historic centre of La Laguna.
- Area around the Bishop’s Palace.
- Access routes from the TF-13.
- Roads close to Tenerife North Airport.
Temporary traffic restrictions, access controls and parking limitations may be in place at various points in the historic centre.
Map of affected areas
🔗 Santa Maria de Mar - San Cristóbal de La Laguna
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
From mid-morning, a route will take place through different parts of the city, followed by a large public event in the port area.
The areas where the greatest disruption is expected are:
- Avenida La Salle.
- Méndez Núñez.
- Calle del Pilar.
- Villalba Hervás.
- Plaza de España.
- Avenida Marítima.
- Area around the Tenerife Auditorium.
- Port area of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
A high number of people is expected throughout much of the day.
Maps of affected areas
🔗 Urban area of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
🔗 Santa Cruz de Tenerife - La Laguna metropolitan area
🔗 Santa Cruz de Tenerife - La Orotava
🔗 Santa Cruz de Tenerife - San Isidro
Are you planning to visit Teide National Park?
If you plan to visit Teide National Park on 12 June and then travel towards Santa Cruz de Tenerife, San Cristóbal de La Laguna or Tenerife North Airport, we recommend planning your journey in advance.
Temporary disruptions may occur on some access routes to the metropolitan area during the morning. Before setting off, please check the latest road conditions and allow for possible delays.
Journeys to the airport
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
The airport will remain operational throughout the day.
If you are due to take a flight, we recommend setting off earlier than usual and checking traffic conditions in advance.
Recommendations for getting around the island
- Plan your journeys in advance.
- Check traffic conditions before setting off.
- Consider possible alternative routes.
- Allow for longer journey times than usual.
- Confirm the times and meeting points for any excursions and booked activities.
- Wherever possible, avoid non-essential journeys through affected areas during the busiest times.
Times when the greatest impact is expected
Morning
Between approximately 08:45 and 11:45.
Mainly in:
- Access routes to La Laguna.
- TF-5.
- TF-13.
- Area around Tenerife North Airport.
- Plaza del Cristo and the historic centre of La Laguna.
Midday and early afternoon
Between approximately 11:00 and 15:00.
Mainly in:
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
- Urban route between La Laguna and Santa Cruz.
- Avenida Marítima.
- Port area of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
- Access routes to the TF-5.
Check traffic conditions before travelling
Mobility measures may be adjusted during the events.
Before starting a journey, we recommend checking the latest information through official channels:
🔗 Tenerife roads
🔗 DGT traffic information
Updated information
Mobility and security measures may be adjusted according to the operational needs of the event.
We recommend checking this page before travelling during the day on 12 June.