Mirador de Abrante, Agulo
If you've ever fancied experiencing flying, head to Mirador de Abrante. Now. Perched on a clifftop above Agulo, this glass observation deck provides visitors with breathtaking views over the Atlantic Ocean and the three town centres below: El Charco, Las Casas and La Montañeta. On clear days, Tenerife can be seen on the horizon. And what's more, Mirador de Abrante also has a gastrobar, just in case you fancy one hell of a meal with a view.
Mirador del Palmarejo, Valle Gran Rey
From this vantage point in the west of La Gomera, you'll find picture-perfect views of Valle Gran Rey’s imposing rock walls, terraced hillsides, lush palm groves and pastel-coloured houses – all of which contribute to the valley's classification as a rural park and La Gomera's status as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The building blends in with the rocky terrain, and the surrounding gardens bloom with many native plants of the valley, like Canary palm trees, which produce palm syrup.
Mirador Morro de Agando, San Sebastián de la Gomera
Accessible by a picturesque wooden bridge, this viewpoint is surrounded by three protected natural areas: Garajonay National Park, the Monument of Los Roques and the Natural Reserve of Benchijigua. Here, the blockbuster view is the Roque de Agando, the most prominent formation of a group of volcanic plugs near the centre of La Gomera. This giant stone pillar thrusts 1,246m into the sky – the result of an old volcanic vent exposed to millions of years of erosion.
Alto de Garajonay, Garajonay National Park
Alto de Garajonay is the highest point of La Gomera at an altitude of 1,487m. With a 360-degree view, it allows you to see almost all of the island on clear days, as well as the islands of La Palma, El Hierro, Tenerife and Gran Canaria. In the summer, usually in the evening, you can even see unforgettable views of the 'mar de nubes', which literally translates as a 'sea of clouds'. What’s more, it's a hotspot for archaeological treasures – the area was once an ancient site of worship for the pre-Spanish inhabitants, who revered La Gomera's highest viewing points as symbolic sites.
Mirador de Igualero, Vallehermoso
On the southern side of La Gomera, Mirador de Igualero overlooks a wide area of the protected landscape of Orone. This stunning viewpoint offers panoramic views from the summit to the sea with the silhouette of the islands La Palma and El Hierro set on the horizon. The main highlight to admire from this vantage point is the tabletop-shaped mountain known as La Fortaleza, a natural fortress considered a sacred site by the island’s original inhabitants.
