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El Hierro brief overview
El Hierro is the smallest and calmest of the Canary islands. It has been declared UNESCO Biosphere Reserve some years ago. El Hierro measures only 278 square kilometres, Malpaso, the island’s highest mountain, is 1503 meters high. El Hierro, which is divided into three municipalities, has a population of about 11,000.
Tourism is an important income source. It is characterised by small rural hotels. Most visitors lodge in private country houses.
Climate
The Island’s climate is as different as its vegetation. The coastal areas are usually warm and dry, the middle regions often covered in clouds even in summer and the upper regions hot in summer and cold in winter. It is therefore advisable always to pack bathing suits as well as warm sweaters when exploring the island by car. |
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Activities
To discover and enjoy the wide range of holidaying possibilities on el Hierro, we offer a variety of attractive and exciting activities.
Guided programs include shuttle service and picnic.
The sailing trip includes on-board dinner. |
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El Hierro has an extended network of well-marked hiking trails that let you explore the island's natural treasures. You might want to grab a guidebook, packed lunch and sufficient drinking water to go exploring on your own or book an experienced hiking guide who will help you discover routes according to your abilities and interests. |
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In order to wash off the dust and sweat from hiking exertions, the island offers a great variety of 16 natural and artificial beaches and swimming-pools. |
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Experienced and fit cyclists will enjoy quiet tracks and great vistas crossing the island on a Mountain Bike. You might also like to explore the tracks by two-seater Quads. Both mountain bikes and quads can be rented with or without guide. |
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El Hierro is a hot spot for Scuba-Diving. The island is rated one of Europe's most beautiful underwater paradise. Various diving schools offer beginner's and advanced courses. They also provide equipment and boat transport. El Hierro hosts the annual FOTOSUB underwater photography contest. |
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The mar de las calmas on the island's southern tip can be explored by Kayak. The usually calm conditions allow kayaking seafarers to practice their sport all year round. Rental Kayaks are on offer for half or full days, or can be booked for a guided trip of four to five hours. |
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More intrepid sailors might want to book an afternoon sailing trip on a yacht (maximum six participants) that includes dinner. |
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El Hierro's el Golfo valley can be explored from the air by paraglider tandem jumps. The island hosts an international annual paraglider meeting on the 1st of May. |
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Lately, riding has become an attractive addition to the islands broad spectrum of holiday activities. Guided outings of two to three hours are on offer in the San Andrés and El Pinar areas. |
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By depositing a copy of his passport and paying 14,10 € to the authorities, every tourist can apply for a fishing permit, valid for three years. Fishing from the shore is possible all along the island’s coast.
We will provide fishing rods, all accessories (lines, hooks, weights) can be procured in various shops on the island. |
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The character of our island all but guarantees a calm and relaxing holiday. There are no multi-lane roads, no traffic lights, hardly any traffic and no airplane noise. The ideal place for a stressed mind to dedicate hours to idling, or to reading one’s favourite books.
Stargazers can enjoy exeptionally clear skies. In the absence of air pollution the moon and the stars appear in unobstructed clarity. |
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An experienced Hata-Yoga teacher welcomes holidaymakers to her daily class for a fuller relaxation experience. |
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Intensive Spanish language classes for all levels can be booked with an experienced teacher. Might the children need a push for the next term? Where better to study new vocabulary than against the backdrop of El Hierro's many Miradores (viewpoints). |
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Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information.
Phone: 0034-660 88 33 74 or 0034-922 55 13 24
We speak German, Spanish and English. |
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