Los Andenes La Palma Viewpoint

High up on La Palma, at over 2,000 metres, the Mirador de Los Andenes invites you to pause and take in the immensity of the island from one of its most spectacular balconies. Here, between sky and clouds, nature reveals itself in all its splendour: deep ravines, volcanic peaks, endless pine forests and the ocean in the distance. A place to breathe deeply, embrace the mountain silence and feel the wild magic of the Caldera de Taburiente.

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Views and landscapes

The first impression at the Mirador de Los Andenes is breathtaking: the Caldera de Taburiente opens up at your feet like an immense crater, with its steep, pine‑covered walls and clouds playing inside.

• Barranco de las Angustias: trace its deep course from the summit to the floor of the Caldera.
• Valle de Aridane: to the southwest, you can see the green slopes and farmland of the valley.
• Neighbouring islands: on the clearest days, Tenerife, La Gomera and El Hierro appear on the horizon.
• Eastern slopes: looking towards San Andrés y Sauces, Barlovento and the Pinar de Garafía Nature Reserve, one of the best‑preserved pine forests in the Canary Islands.
• In spring, the surroundings burst with colour: white and yellow broom, high‑altitude violets and tajinastes brighten the volcanic landscape. If you’re lucky, a curious raven might even come to greet you.

Practical tips for your visit

• Easy by car: take the LP‑4 towards Roque de Los Muchachos. The viewpoint is well signposted.
• Changeable weather: even if it’s sunny at the coast, clouds can envelop the peaks quickly. Bring warm clothing, even in summer.
• Avoid thick fog: if dense fog is forecast, it’s better to postpone to fully enjoy the views.
• Little shade: wear a hat and sunscreen if visiting at midday.
• Best time: spring, when the ridge is in bloom and temperatures are mild.
• Photography at sunset: golden light over the Caldera is unforgettable.