Punta Gorda Cliffs – Teno Lighthouse loop from Itobal

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Punta Gorda Cliffs – Teno Lighthouse loop from Itobal

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Punta Gorda Cliffs – Teno Lighthouse loop from Itobal

02:24

8.96km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Parque Rural de Teno

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.10 km

Punta Gorda Cliffs

Highlight • Natural Monument

Part of a nice hike along the lava coast in the far northwest of Tenerife from or to Punta de Teno.
It is recommended to use public transport from Buenavista …

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3.39 km

Cactus landscape at Punta de Teno

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Bizarre landscape not far from the Punta de Teno lighthouse.

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4.42 km

View of Los Gigantes from Punta de Teno

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Absolutely spectacular views of Los Gigantes and the coast.

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4.54 km

View of Los Gigantes Cliffs

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Wooden walkway overlooking Los Gigantes cliffs

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4.64 km

Teno Lighthouse

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This lighthouse is located in the westernmost part of the island of Tenerife and is one of 7 lighthouses. Its construction began in the 19th century with stone from La …

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5.29 km

Cactus landscape in Parque Rural de Teno

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Spectacular scenery and great views along the spectacular coastline as well as over the Teno mountains to the cliffs of Los Gigantes.

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5.34 km

Natural rock arch in Parque Rural de Teno

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6.83 km

Coastal Cliffs of Parque Rural de Teno

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Spectacular coast with the Island of La Gomera in the background

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8.96 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.31 km

1.78 km

493 m

389 m

Surfaces

6.91 km

1.34 km

525 m

165 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 20 October

27°C

24°C

62 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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Comments

January 21, 2025,Wanderung zum Faro de Teno

When the wind, water and waves are so beautiful, the route along the coast is an experience.
You have to experience this power and the colors of the water mist 🌊🌈.

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February 20, 2025,Punta Gorda – Vuurtoren Teno rondtocht vanuit Santo Domingo

beautiful route, part of which is on private (so actually forbidden) property. Starting point can only be reached by bus or taxi.

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March 25, 2025,🇪🇦🥾Punta de Frailete 🌊

This morning, the humidity in the Orotava Valley was quite high 🌧 💧, so we quickly searched for the 🌞 😅, and we found it at Punta de Frailete 👍.

The circuit around the lighthouse and Mirador Punta del Fraile is located on the west coast of Tenerife and is a viewpoint with a lighthouse that offers magnificent views of …

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December 23, 2024,Klippenweg zum Leuchtturm in Punta del Teno

After a rainy day, hiking boots are highly recommended as the ground is very soft.
The bus ride from Buenavista alone is an experience.

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March 12, 2024,🇪🇸 Faro de Teno - Punta del Frailete - Küstenweg von Teno

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Directions to Punta de Teno
Danger!!
From Tuesday - Thursday, passage is permitted until 10:00 a.m. Also from Tuesday to Thursday from 7:00 p.m. Closed from Friday 10:00 a.m. to Monday 7:00 p.m. The return journey is possible at any time.
If you want to go in during the day, you have to take the bus for €1 …

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July 22, 2023,Punta Teno costeando.

A beautiful route to get to know this corner of Punta Teno, traveling along the coast of this fajana.

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January 26, 2023,Teneriffa 😊 Wanderung zum Faro de Teno

strong wind on the entire tour 😮 didn't meet anyone on 4.5 km except cliff fishermen who are not cliff jumpers 😊 on 4.5 km saw living desert and great cliffs 😊 took a nice little break in the shade at the small port of Punta del Teno 😊

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