Pico de las Nieves
The highest point on the island that can be reached by car, at about 1,949 meters, with views over Roque Nublo and the clouds.
Pico de las Nieves is the highest accessible peak on Gran Canaria. The summit viewpoint faces Roque Nublo and Roque Bentayga, and on clear days you can see Tenerife's Mount Teide in the distance. Beside it are the remains of ancient snow-storage wells, from which the name 'Pico de las Nieves' (Peak of the Snows) comes. You can drive straight to the viewpoint, which gets crowded around sunset. It is also an excellent spot for stargazing. The summit is more than 10 degrees cooler than the coast, so bring a jacket.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- San Bartolomé de Tirajana (Tunte)
- Roque Nublo
- Tejeda
- Barranco de Guayadeque
- Barranco de Fataga
- Roque Bentayga
- Artenara
- Teror & Basilica of Our Lady of the Pine