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Las lajas
Corona forestal
If you're looking for a place where nature, tradition, and activity truly blend together, the Las Lajas Recreation Area is one of the most complete spots on the island. Located in the heart of the Corona Forestal, surrounded by Canary pine forest and at a considerable altitude, it offers a completely different atmosphere compared to the coast: here the air is fresher, the surroundings greener, and the pace much more relaxed.
It works perfectly as that classic Canarian plan where you arrive with your friends, choose a table, and plan your day. There are many picnic areas scattered throughout the grounds, with natural shade and plenty of barbecues where you can easily have a great cookout. It's a spacious area, designed for groups, so even on busy days it doesn't usually feel crowded.
In terms of infrastructure, it's quite well-equipped. There are restrooms, children's play areas with swings, open spaces for playing, and even sports areas like a soccer field. It also has a camping area and ample parking, making it easy to spend more time there or even use it as a base for a longer trip.
But what truly makes it special is that it's more than just a picnic area. It's one of the most popular starting points for hiking routes in southern Tenerife. From here, you can set off on trails like the Sombrerito de Chasna or connect with other mountain paths of varying difficulty.
What's more, the surroundings offer little extras that add to the experience: natural pools of water at certain times of the year, peaceful spots nestled among pine trees, and that feeling of total disconnection (even lacking cell service in many areas).
In short, you don't just come here to eat outdoors. You come to spend the whole day: hiking, cooking, relaxing, and sharing time together. It's one of those places where you fully understand why "going up into the mountains" remains such an integral part of life in the Canary Islands.
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Where to eat
Dulceria Hermano Pedro
If you're passing through Vilaflor and craving something truly sweet, this is one of those places you absolutely have to stop. At Dulcería Hermano Pedro, you'll find homemade pastries, freshly baked and bursting with traditional flavor. You can sit down for a coffee and a slice of cake or simply take some local sweets to go. It's a friendly, village-style place where the service and the quality of the products go hand in hand.
What to see
Pino Gordo
Standing before the Pino Gordo in Vilaflor de Chasna is truly awe-inspiring. It's not just big: it's colossal. Standing over 45 meters tall with a trunk so wide it takes several people to encircle it, this Canary Island pine conveys an almost tangible sense of age and resilience. Looking up at it is dizzying and makes you feel small before one of Tenerife's great natural giants.
Activities
Cho Pancho
If you're looking for a truly Canarian experience, the Cho Pancho Recreation Area is exactly that: a day trip up into the mountains. Come here with family or friends, set up a picnic or barbecue, and forget about the daily grind. It's a simple place, surrounded by nature, where the most important thing is spending time together. One of those time-honored traditions that, although it has changed, remains very much alive.
Beaches
Nightlife
Shopping
Dulcería Vilaflor
If you want to try truly traditional sweets from our island and you're in Vilaflor, this is the place to stop. At Dulcería Vilaflor, you'll find time-honored recipes, made by hand with natural ingredients. Almond cakes, rosquetes (ring-shaped pastries), and mantecados (shortbread cookies) with that old-fashioned flavor that's hard to find these days. It's a simple, village-style place where you can buy, taste, and quickly understand why they've been in business for so many years.
Sports
Paragliding Park
The Taucho Paragliding Park is one of Tenerife's paragliding landmarks. From here, takeoffs offer spectacular views of Adeje and the southwest coast, with flying conditions almost year-round. It's a popular destination for both experienced pilots and those trying a tandem for the first time. What makes Taucho special is its stable climate, the takeoff altitude, and the relaxed community atmosphere.
Trekking
Montaña Tejina
If you enjoy less crowded hiking in southern Tenerife, this circular route around Montaña de Tejina is a very complete option. You'll walk approximately 13 km around this large volcanic crag, over a thousand meters high, which was a sacred site and key center of social interaction for the Guanches. The route passes through ravines, ancient threshing floors, small hermitages, and traditional agricultural remains. There's hardly any shade, but in return, you'll have open panoramic views for much of the way and a constant sense of a rural, volcanic, and mystical landscape.