La Palma

The Island

The Island of La Palma is the most northwest of the Canary Archipielago. It has an area of 708 Km2 and a population of 80.000 inhabitants.

Reaches an altitude of 2426 m. at the Roque de los Muchachos, where is the International Astrophysical Observatory. Its Capital is Santa Cruz de La Palma.

LANDSCAPES

The Island of La Palma, also knowing as La Isla Bonita, retains an exceptional nature where you can find antique beds crossed by large cliffs and lush vegetation.

CULTURE 

The creative spirit of La Palma society carries a way of life linked to the arts and knowledge.

NATURE

Taburiente boiler, Forest Canal and Tiles, the Barranco del Agua, the springs of Marcos y Corderos, lush forests of laurel and more you have to discover.

Temperature min. 15 º - max. 24 º
Language Spanish
Measurements Decimal metric system
Local time GMT.
Currency Euro €

  La Palma Culture


The Craft is one of many hidden treasures that encloses in La Palma. Silk, ceramics, embroidery, snuff, wood or basketry.

  La Palma Events


La Palma offers all kinds of cultural events to the delight of tourists and locals.

  La Palma Maps


Check our maps, drop at each site and make the most of good planning of visits.

Sun & Beach

Most beaches are black volcanic sand, crystal clear waters and dramatic cliffs around.

Meteo & Clima

The Island has a temperate climate fovored by the trade winds. Between 20 th and 22 th in winter and 26º and 28º in summer.
 
Happy & Fun

Due to its characteristics, hiking occupies an important place. Mountain biking, paragling, boat trips, deep sea fish.