El Sabinar
An ancient juniper forest whose trees are bent and twisted by the trade winds. It is El Hierro's iconic sight, and the Bascos viewpoint is nearby.
El Sabinar lies in the highlands of the island's west. Canary Island juniper grows here, and under the strong north-easterly trade winds that blow year-round, the trunks grow almost flat along the ground, twisted into unusual shapes. Some trees are hundreds of years old, and they are seen as a symbol of El Hierro.
A small loop trail lets you get close to the trees. Beside it, the Mirador de Bascos viewpoint overlooks the western end of El Golfo Valley and the village of Sabinosa.
The road is unpaved, but ordinary cars can reach it at a slow pace. Entry is free. Please don't climb the trees.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de los Reyes
- Pozo de la Salud
- Playa del Verodal
- Faro de Orchilla
- Parque Cultural El Julan
- Charco Azul
- El Golfo Valley
- Cala de Tacorón