El Hierro
“El Hierro, remote, authentic, raw and breathtaking”
El Hierro
Discover El Hierro, the smallest and perhaps most distinctive of the Canary Islands. Located on the western edge of the archipelago, this raw volcanic island offers a unique blend of wild nature, silence, and simplicity. During the winter of 2020/2021, we spent nearly eight weeks here, and it left a lasting mark on us.
Compared to more popular islands like Gran Canaria or Tenerife, El Hierro feels like a world apart. It is quiet, unspoiled, and full of soul. We took our time, staying in different locations across the island, discovering its many faces, from jagged cliffs and lava fields to misty pine forests and sun-drenched fishing villages.
It is not just the scenery that made us fall in love with El Hierro. It was the pace of life, the local warmth, and the deep sense of peace that gradually settled in. This is not a place you rush through, it is a place you absorb. El Hierro welcomed us like a temporary home, and we know we will return, maybe for even longer next time.
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Discover El Hierro, and you will find a hidden gem unlike anywhere else in the Canary Islands. It is a destination for travelers who value authenticity, nature, and stillness over crowds and resorts. If you are looking for something real, this is your island.
Whether you are planning a week-long retreat or an extended stay, El Hierro is full of natural beauty and quiet wonder.
Start in the northwest at Arenas Blancas, where dramatic black sand beaches meet turquoise waters and steep cliffs. It is the kind of place that looks untouched, like a postcard from another time.
Head into El Golfo, a wide, volcanic valley with towering cliffs, banana plantations, and tiny villages clinging to the slopes. Then stop by Pozo de la Salud, where natural rock pools invite you to soak and relax as the waves crash nearby.
In the south, the fishing village of La Restinga offers peaceful charm and world-class diving. Beneath the surface, volcanic formations host vibrant marine life, perfect for snorkelers and scuba lovers.
Be sure to visit Faro de Orchilla, once thought to be the end of the world, and El Sabinar, where wind-shaped juniper trees twist into surreal, living sculptures. These places do not just impress, they move you.
El Hierro balances adventure and tranquility in a way that is rare. You can hike along ancient lava trails, feast on fresh local seafood, and fall asleep to absolute silence. And if ten days are not enough to truly unwind, stay longer!
Escape the ordinary and reconnect with nature, slowness, and simplicity. Discover El Hierro through our blogs, full of personal stories, practical tips, and suggested routes to help you experience this extraordinary island to the fullest.
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