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On the island there are wonderful routes for those who love to discover the world on their bike.

They say that La Palma has the best sky in the world for stargazing, but do you know where the best spots are on the island for wannabe astronomers?

In the south-east of La Palma you will find the best craft and tourist centre in the island, Villa de Mazo. There you will discover a range of traditional crafts such as its famous embroidery, and the town also boasts the greatest number of registered craft workers on the island. The small old town centre is a pleasant place to stroll through – you get a real taste of La Palma’s history and tradition crossing the town’s cobbled streets.

On what is a totally safe route which brings us closer to, while remaining at a safe distance from the new volcano, this new circular trail allows small groups to explore, on foot, the new landscape that is the legacy left by the eruption of the Cumbre Vieja volcano. A hike of around 6 kilometres lasting a little over 2 hours which must be undertaken with authorised guides. Although this is an easy to moderate difficulty-level hike, we highly recommend that you come equipped with proper mountain walking footwear, suitable clothing, sunblock and water, and book your tour in advance by contacting the companies on La Palma that specialise in this kind of activity, or on the website set up for residents. As an alternative, boat trips leave the port of Tazacorte which enable one to view the new “fajanas”, or lava plains, from the sea and in total safety.

Near the southern tip of the island of La Palma is an underwater 'graveyard', with forty stone crosses erected on sand and rock. The dive to this unique place known as Las Cruces de Malpique is one of the most sought-after of the island and has been declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. The currents are occasionally strong, there is excellent visibility and a maximum dive depth of 25 metres. With easy access from the shore, this dive surprises experienced divers and novices alike.

Built from the remains of an old teacher’s house, the Wine Museum of La Palma takes visitors on a trip through the history of wine making in La Palma from the 16th Century to the present day. The museum, located in Los Llanos de Aridane, includes an exhibition of the agricultural tools used in the past and texts and documents on crop growth, grape varieties and the stages of production from vine to glass.

There are certain places in the world where nature has left extraordinary treasure. The natural spas of La Palma, paradises of rock and water, make the island a very special place.

Puerto de Tazacorte Beach is located to the west of La Palma in the municipality of Tazacorte and is ideal for anyone who prefers natural settings without however being cut off from a wide range of conveniences. Located at a river mouth and far from the hustle and bustle of the city, the beach is nonetheless served by restaurants and cafés. It also has services such as parasols for rent, a bus stop and parking areas.

El Faro Beach is located to the south of La Palma in a privileged spot where beachgoers can enjoy sun, sea and the area’s natural beauty. The impressive cliffs and two lighthouses – one of them dating back to the beginning of the twentieth century – lend the area a unique beauty. Conveniently accessible by bus and car, the beach is nonetheless blissfully secluded from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Located to the south of La Palma, Echentive Beach is one of the island’s youngest beaches, emerging as it did in 1971 after Mt. Teneguía erupted. Part of the Volcanoes of Teneguía Natural Monument, the beach is therefore located in stunning natural surroundings. Approximately 275 metres long, it is easily accessible by car or trail despite its wild setting