Los Abrigos: Fishing Culture, Coast and Holiday Apartments

Los Abrigos is closely connected to the sea and fishing and has a strong traditional fishing character.

Los Abrigos can be experienced through three distinct daily rhythms: by the water, along maritime sites of remembrance, or through the local cuisine. The beach and natural pools represent different coastal landscapes; the pier, sculpture ensemble and mural offer cultural perspectives, while restaurants and the fish market provide the culinary focus. These focal points can be given different priorities when planning your own trip.

Coast

For planning your time by the water, the beach and natural pools can be viewed as different coastal landscapes. Los Abrigos Beach consists of pebbles and dark sand. It is 50 m long and 50 m wide; bathing conditions there are characterised by moderate waves. Los Abrigos Beach can be reached by car; the TF-65 road runs nearby.

In the vicinity of Los Abrigos, lava flows meeting the sea have formed small natural pools. These small natural pools allow for a calm swim. The different coastal landscapes provide specific options if you would like to vary how you spend your days by the water.

Culture

Sites of remembrance and maritime traditions offer different cultural perspectives in Los Abrigos. The sculpture ensemble in honour of Antonio Celso Marcelino is located on Calle La Marina, along the promenade towards the Los Abrigos pier. It pays tribute to one of the last boatbuilders in the Canary Islands as well as to the fishing families of Los Abrigos. A mural at the Los Abrigos pier reflects the history and distinct character of the local fishing community.

A traditional maritime pilgrimage in honour of San Blasito took place in Los Abrigos; San Blasito was brought by sea from his cave to Plaza de Agua Dulce. During a maritime procession in Los Abrigos, a traditional floral offering was made in memory of those who died at sea. The area around the maritime pier of Los Abrigos is suitable for walking.

When booking a holiday apartment in Los Abrigos, travel dates, room category and cancellation conditions can represent different selection criteria. Which factor carries more weight depends on your personal circumstances. Considering these priorities separately can help you organise your personal planning between water, maritime culture and food in an objective way.

Cuisine

The many restaurants in Los Abrigos serve fresh fish and traditional dishes. The Lonja Pesquera de Los Abrigos is considered one of the most important points for the direct sale of seafood products in the south of Tenerife. The fish market aims to promote local products and their direct sale to the public. Cuisine and culture thus represent different priorities for planning your own trip.

Further places:La Caleta, Bocacangrejo, Arico el Nuevo, La Victoria De Acentejo, Las Aguas, Arafo, La Zarza, Oroteanda Baja

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