Alto de Garajonay
The highest point on La Gomera (1,487 m). From the summit viewing platform you can see Tenerife's Teide, as well as La Palma and El Hierro.
Alto de Garajonay rises to 1,487 meters, the highest peak on La Gomera. The mountain takes its name from an indigenous legend of two lovers, Gara and Jonay, who died together at the summit after their families opposed their union. The summit can be reached on foot in about 30–40 minutes from nearby car parks such as Pajarito. The top has a stone viewing platform and the remains of indigenous ritual sites. On clear days, you can look east to Tenerife's Teide and west to La Palma and El Hierro, with spectacular views. The summit is often shrouded in cloud, so it is best to go in the morning. Free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Garajonay National Park
- La Fortaleza de Chipude
- Roque de Agando
- El Cedro Forest & Waterfall
- Mirador César Manrique (Mirador de El Palmarejo)
- Roque Cano
- Hermigua Valley
- Valle Gran Rey