Roque de Agando
A towering volcanic rock pillar that is the island’s signature landscape. A viewpoint by the road, Los Roques, offers close-up photos.
Roque de Agando is a volcanic plug about 180 meters tall, formed when magma solidified inside an ancient volcano and the surrounding rock eroded away. Together with Ohara, Carmen and Salta del Roque, it makes up the “Los Roques” natural site. The road up from San Sebastián passes right at its base. The Los Roques viewpoint looks out over the pillar with the valley and forest behind it, making it the most photographed scene on the island. Viewing is free, but climbing the rock is prohibited. Trails circle the rock group nearby.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- El Cedro Forest & Waterfall
- Garajonay National Park
- Alto de Garajonay
- Hermigua Valley
- La Fortaleza de Chipude
- Mirador de Abrante
- Agulo
- Playa Santiago