La Palma will host the 17th edition of the Mountain Hiking Festival from September 12 to 14, 202, a well-established event promoting active tourism through guided hiking routes for all levels at affordable prices.
Organised by the Cabildo of La Palma and Sodepal, the festival invites you to explore the island’s volcanic landscapes, lush forests and traditions on foot. Hiking is truly one of the best ways to experience La Palma.
During the festival, the Plaza de España in Santa Cruz de La Palma becomes the Hiker’s Square, the meeting point for all excursions. From there, each participant must reach the start of their selected hike by their own means.
Pre-registration is required before September 8.
Programme – Festival 2025
Friday, September 12
All hikes start at 7:30 AM, except the last:
- Tajogaite Route
- Cumbre Vieja Volcanoes
- Almond Route
- Geothermal and Wind
- Pico Bejenado
7:00 PM – Stars Among Volcanoes
Saturday, September 13
7:00 AM – Caldera de Taburiente National Park
7:00 AM – Volcanoes East to West
7:00 AM – Ancient Northern Tagalguen
7:00 AM – Doña Pola Viewpoint
7:30 AM – Mountain Vineyards
7:30 AM – To Caños de Fuego
Sunday, September 14
- 7:30 AM – Cheese Route
- 7:30 AM – To the Galician Coffeehouse
- 8:00 AM – Northern Trail
- 8:00 AM – Benamas Springs
- 9:00 AM – Route of Light
- 9:00 AM – Tobacco Route
The Travesía – 3 Stages Across the Island
Besides the daily hikes, the festival also offers La Travesía, a demanding trek split into three stages, starting in Puntagorda and finishing at the Plaza de España in Santa Cruz de La Palma.
The organisers note that this trek requires good physical condition due to the long distances and elevation gain.
→ More information and registration on the official website: https://walkingfestivallapalma.net/