Buenavista del Norte: Coast, Laurel Forest and Festivals

Buenavista del Norte combines an extensive network of trails, mainly leading through Parque Rural de Teno, with a coastline that can be explored almost entirely on foot. Buenavista del Norte is home to laurel forest, lava formations, historical customs and event dates.

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Nature

Monte del Agua is one of the best-preserved laurel forest areas in the world. On the coast of Buenavista del Norte there are natural pools formed between lava; natural saltwater pools can also be found there.

Playa de Las Arenas has an extensive rocky platform made of lava from the volcano of El Palmar. Shells of various mollusc species, corals from a depth of 50 metres and lizard skeletons have been found on this beach.

Salinas de la Tablada were used as natural salt pans in summer, with the salt crystallising as the water evaporated. El Rayo is a geological coastal formation in Punta de La Laja near Faro de Buenavista and can be reached on foot from the lighthouse along the coast. Layers of lava flows, separated from one another by scoria, can be seen there.

Trails

The De Buenavista a la playa de Las Arenas trail is 2.7 kilometres long and takes around two hours there and back. There is also a signposted trail of approximately 5 kilometres that can be completed without any special physical preparation and also with children. Short stretches, longer trails and fixed event dates can be considered separately when planning your day.

Access to Punta de Teno via the TF-445 is regulated because the area is particularly sensitive. Access there by private vehicle, on foot or by bicycle is completely prohibited on all days of the week. Bus route 369 connects Buenavista del Norte bus station with Punta de Teno.

Trails run along both sides of the Punta de Teno headland, which also has coves suitable for swimming. Kayak trips and boat excursions are available at Punta de Teno with advance reservation.

Culture and Festivals

Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios is located in the historic centre on Calle La Alhóndiga, opposite Plaza de Los Remedios. The restored Iglesia de Los Remedios is open to the public.

Día de la Siembra de la Papa in Las Portelas takes place every summer and brings residents and visitors together for a planting day followed by a traditional lunch. Día de la Trilla takes place on the last Sunday in September in the El Palmar district and demonstrates how animals are used to separate wheat from the chaff.

At Baile de Las Libreas in El Palmar, the Tajaraste is accompanied by flutes and drums. The event ends with a fire ritual in which the tar torches of the devil figures are lit. In Teno Alto, Baile de Piñata is celebrated during Carnival.

The celebration in honour of San Antonio Abad takes place on the fourth Sunday in January. It includes a livestock fair, a traditional Romería, and the dance of the Romeros and Romeras. As part of the celebration in honour of San Bartolomé, the Feria de Artesanía takes place in Plaza de Los Remedios.

Food and Crafts

The local cuisine of Buenavista del Norte includes goat meat and goat cheese. Mercadillo del Agricultor takes place every Saturday and offers produce from the municipality.

Traditional basket weaving in Buenavista del Norte uses willow, reeds, straw, palm leaves and rushes to make Balayos and Harneros for agricultural work. In Teno Alto, livestock farming and artisan cheese production are among the important economic activities.

Orientation

The municipal tourist office is located in Casa Matula and provides tourist information and advice, as well as guided routes in the municipality. Other destinations: Masca, El Palmar.

To the higher-level travel overview: Tenerife.

More Destinations

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San Miguel, Santiago Del Teide, Los Rechazos, Almáciga, El Sauzal, El Fraile.