National parks Tenerife

National parks Tenerife

In 1954 the Parque Nacional de las Cañadas del Teide was declared a national park. Standing 3718metres (12198 ft) high the volcano Teide forms the highest peak on Spanish territory. Teide is also the world's third largest volcano, which last erupted in 1909.


The Parque Nacional de las Cañadas del Teide includes an enormous volcanic crater which has a 48km circumference, out of the center of this enormous crater you will find Mount Teide, at a unbelievable 3718 meters high, making this the highest mountain in the whole of Spain.


The park lies at about 2000 meters above sea level. Due to the height, in winter you will find that snow falls, gail winds blow and sometimes the roads are closed. During the summer this arid landscape, which gives the impression of having walked into a cowboy movie, can reach temperatures above 40ºC.


You can access the now extinct volcano either by foot or cable car. The cable car will take you to almost the very summit. On a clear day from the summit you will feel as though you are in heaven, with breath taking views of Gran Canaria, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro. This is one of the most visited tourist attraction and must not be missed.