Route 1: Flavors and traditions from the heart of Vallehermoso
This route starts from the town center of Vallehermoso and delves into the soul of the municipality through its gastronomy and most authentic traditions. The first stop is Alojera, a small coastal settlement where one of La Gomeras most emblematic products is made: palm honey. At its Interpretation Center, visitors can discover the artisanal process of extracting guarapo and taste this sweet symbol of the island while enjoying the palm tree landscape surrounding the ravine.
From Alojera, the road ascends toward the Epina area, where a brief stop at the Chorros de Epina allows visiting one of the islands most popular springs. Tradition says that drinking from its seven spouts brings health, love, and fortune, an experience completed amid the forest freshness and the aroma of the laurel forest. Continuing the journey, the next destination is El Cercado, known for its traditional pottery and its Pottery Interpretation Center, where the potters keep an ancestral technique alive. The route continues in Chipude, where you can taste wine made from Forastera Gomera grape, an indigenous variety that has brought fame to several local wineries, ending at the Mirador de Igualero, with its open views to the south and the Monument to the Silbo Gomero, testimony of the islands most unique cultural heritage.
Route 2: Between forests and viewpoints of southern La Gomera
This route starts from Vallehermoso and ascends toward the mid-altitudes, with the first stop at the traditional Chorros de Epina, a legendary spring surrounded by vegetation where, according to tradition, each spout grants a different wish. From there, the path descends toward the southwest coast until reaching Valle Gran Rey, one of the most famous enclaves on the island, where its terraced slopes and sunny coast show the contrast between the humid north and the bright south of La Gomera.
On the way back, the road ascends again to the Mirador del Lomo del Carretón, from where you can contemplate the depth of the ravine and the ridges that mark the central spine of the island. The route continues with small stops to enjoy short trails like the Jardín de Las Creces or Cañada de Jorge, perfect for venturing a few minutes into the laurel forest. The route continues toward El Cercado, where in addition to visiting the Pottery Interpretation Center, you can enjoy a traditional lunch at one of its restaurants.
The itinerary continues through Chipude and Igualero, with a stop at its viewpoint to contemplate the southern landscape and the Monument to the Silbo Gomero, before arriving at La Laguna Grande, in the heart of Garajonay National Park. This environment is ideal for resting, walking among the trees, and enjoying the forest freshness. From here, the return is made via the road connecting Juego de Bolas with Agulo, including a stop at the Mirador de Vallehermoso, from which you get one of the most complete views of the municipality. The route concludes descending the northern main road, closing a day of nature, culture, and changing landscapes.
Route 3: The green north of La Gomera
The route starts from the town center of Vallehermoso and heads north, entering the rural area of Tamargada, formed by the hamlets of Pie de Cuesta, Mazapeces, and Simancas. This enclave stands out for its traditional agricultural landscape, the palm groves covering the slopes, and the open views of the Atlantic. From there, the road advances toward the picturesque town of Agulo, with its cobblestone layout and well-preserved architecture, considered one of the most beautiful on the island. The next stop is Hermigua, surrounded by banana plantations and ravines, where it is worth making a brief pause before beginning the ascent via the Carretera del Rejo.
At the top of the route, a stop at the Mirador de los Roques allows enjoying one of the most emblematic views of La Gomera. Very close, the visit to the Bosque del Cedro and the trail leading to the Ermita de Lourdes offer the possibility of entering the heart of Garajonay National Park, where the laurel forest envelops the path with its humidity and silence. The route continues along the dorsal road with a stop at La Laguna Grande, a perfect space for resting and walking through the forest.
The itinerary continues to the Mirador de los Risquillos de Corgo, next to the Raso de la Bruma, from where a unique panorama of Vallehermoso and the ravines descending northward can be contemplated. The return includes stops in Epina, to revisit its famous springs, and in Alojera, where you can visit the Palm Honey Interpretation Center and enjoy local gastronomy at its restaurants. The return to Vallehermoso completes a day of nature, viewpoints, and towns with identity, perfect for those seeking to discover the most authentic north of La Gomera.
Route 4: Toward the Los Órganos Natural Monument
This route starts from Vallehermoso and heads toward the western coast of the island to discover one of its most impressive geological wonders: the Los Órganos Natural Monument. The car journey crosses rural landscapes and cliffs until reaching the port of Valle Gran Rey, from where boats depart that border the north coast. During the crossing, visitors can contemplate how the ocean has sculpted, over millions of years, a vertical wall of basalt columns resembling the pipes of a gigantic natural organ, visible only from the sea.
The return can be made via the same road, taking advantage of the journey to enjoy the views of the western coast and make stops at some of the municipalitys viewpoints. On the way back, it is recommended to stop at one of the restaurants in Alojera or Epina, where local gastronomy offers the best ending for the day. This route combines coastal scenery, marine adventure, and the discovery of one of La Gomeras most unique formations, offering a complete experience for those seeking nature in its purest form with Vallehermoso as the starting and ending point.
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