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- HenriCloeteTrondheim, Norway220 contributionsWe stopped here one afternoon during our stay in La Restinga. The area is beautiful and there are several bays that are excellent for snorkelling.Written 22 January 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JMGenevaGeneva, Switzerland1 973 contributionsWonderful and breathtaking views on the north of the Island. The restaurant made by Manrique is superb as well. Certainly worth the detour.Written 6 March 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HenriCloeteTrondheim, Norway220 contributionsThe museum of the Guinea village is very interesting and worth a visit. The conservation effort of the local lizards is admirable (although the lizards themselves were a bit of a let down, but it might just be because we grew up with larger lizards in Africa). Unfortunately, the tour was only in Spanish (although the tour guide made a great effort to give us a quick summary in English at each stop), which made the tour feel a bit like wasted time for us - it would definitely be good to have at least one English tour in a day.Written 23 January 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MorrisEHenfield, UK21 contributionsBeautiful swimming spot, protected from the sea.
Several decked areas.
Interesting crabs around.
Parking at top, with steep steps down to it (so no wheelchair access)Written 11 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LynndaDysart, UK725 contributionsWell worth a visit if you are in the area, and if you are feeling brave, a swim too, though in all reality it's hard to swim a lot of the time unless you are a very strong swimmer. The noise of the waves can be astounding. If you can, visit at dusk as the sunsets can make it very spectacularWritten 25 November 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Massimiliano GDoncaster, UK36 contributionsI visited this "Centro de Interpretacion" on November 8th, 2019: I had planned to stay over there 20 minutes and ended by remaining for more than 2 hours. The display is great with much information about the shaping of the social and natural environment of El Hierro across time. The exhibit - in Spanish and English - also includes small videos and gives insight over several unusual aspects of El Hierro, e.g. the way how the populace had fun and danced in the past, when El Hierro was one of the most isolated places in Spain.
A special note of thanks to the staff - in particular to Mr. Luis - who during my visit took the time to delve into and explain in depth the meaning of many items on display and added even more information: he is a very knowledgeable and kind person, passionate about his role, about the "Centro de Interpretacion" where he works and more in general about El Hierro.
I highly recommend everyone in El Hierro to find the time to visit the "Centro de Interpretacion de la Reserva de La Biosfera" in Isora (open Tuesdays-Sundays 10.00 am-06.00 pm; closed on Mondays), which may be coupled with a visit to El Mirador De Isora, with spectacular views on Las Playas cliffs.Written 12 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JMGenevaGeneva, Switzerland1 973 contributionsThis place is a bit out of the way but the detour is absolutely worth the effort. Fantastic views and even more impressive resilient trees.. nature in all its splendor!Written 6 March 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LightPacker315683Leeds, UK57 contributionsA peaceful coastal location broken by the sometimes fierce waves of the Atlantic. It's a moderately steep walk of 15 minutes down a well marked path with some steps down the side of the cliffs to the old fishermans village below. The houses are now privately owner and holiday lets, with a few abandoned. It's very atmospheric and peaceful. The natural pool isn't too deep and easy to swim in with no rocks. It's worth watching the waves as depending on the tide and sea level they can suddenly enter the pool and make it quite dangerous. If you want to use public transport , from Valverde , it's an on demand service. The ticket office were very helpful in ordering the 'bus' and also requested for me the return journey according to the bus timetable. I would thoroughly recommend visiting thus special place.Written 1 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Håkan K6 contributionsStarting in the beautiful morning light in the pine forrest the guide took us downhill in a landscape where we here and there came up to signs of the Bimbaches' life. Caves that gave them shelter, places where they gathered, lots of shells from the seafood they ate and fragments of pots for the water they drank and the rock carvings. Those started our imagination. Right here, someone sat and carved these pictures and signs. What was occuping that persons mind? Was he or she thinking how long will the carvings last? Who will look at them and what will they think ...?
Later, after the return to the El Julan center by the 4x4, we had a tase of local wine, cheese and cake on the terrace. Delicious! And in the center we could also watch a short movie and an interesting exhibition about the Bimbaches and their world.
I can strongly recommend a visit to El Julan for the Center, for the Tour and for the Landscape. Book in advance to be sure there is a guided tour!Written 17 March 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - r0landbrunnerZurich, Switzerland1 848 contributionsBus 5 will bring you here from Valverde, if you are not with your own transport. It will stop for some 20 minutes, before heading back (passing on both ways also the Mirador de la Pena, wort the visit). The 20 minutes are enough to enjoy a deep look over to La Palma, Gomera and Tenerife, but if you want to stroll the paths around, you will need more time, i.e. wait quite some time for the next bus to come. the viewpoint is very well maintained, with clean toilets etc.Written 18 December 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Pia TallgrenStockholm, Sweden16 contributionsJust go! The place is so not touristy and still unspoiled with locals hanging around the little café.Written 5 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BorisBrusselaarBrussels, Belgium1 247 contributionsIt was our first mirador visited at el Hierro and it was simply breathtaking. The weather was perfect and we could see the entire la Frontera region and the mountain chain. We also took an hour stroll along the ridge just to enjoy this beauty.
Good to know that from this mirador starts the hiking treck with the same name, which used to serve the only connection between parts of island before roads were built.Written 6 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about El Hierro
- The top attractions to visit in El Hierro are:
- Playa de Tacoron
- Charco azul
- Centro de Interpretacion Vulcanologico
- El Sabinar
- Ecomuseo de Guinea y Lagartario
- The best outdoor activities in El Hierro according to Tripadvisor travellers are: See all outdoor activities in El Hierro on Tripadvisor
- The most popular things to do in El Hierro with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Centro de Buceo EL Bajon
- El Hierro Taxi Diver
- Mirador de la Pena
- El Sabinar
- Las Cuevas de El Hierro Excursiones