Roque de la Bonanza
A volcanic rock pillar rising from the sea in Las Playas Bay, shaped like a ship. It is a postcard icon of El Hierro.
Roque de la Bonanza is a volcanic rock pillar about 200 meters high, standing in the sea in Las Playas Bay on the island's eastern side. It is considered a symbol of El Hierro, and locals say it resembles a ship sailing into the bay. There are viewpoints along the HI-30 road for photos. The surrounding Las Playas natural monument has cliffs up to a kilometer high and black gravel beaches, and the state-run Parador hotel stands on the edge of the bay. Admission is free. It is about 20 minutes' drive from Valverde and can be combined with the Mirador de Isora.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Las Playas & Mirador de Isora
- Mirador de Jinama
- Ecomuseo de Guinea & Lagartario
- Árbol Garoé
- Valverde
- Mirador de la Peña
- La Restinga & Marine Reserve
- El Golfo Valley