Barranco de Ayagaures

Gorge San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Canary Islands, Spain

What to expect

Barranco de Ayagaures is a natural space located in the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, in the southern part of the island of Gran Canaria. It is one of the most important natural spaces on the island, with a rich and varied reserve of pine trees, including the oldest pine tree in the Canary Islands, which is over 500 years old. The area is also home to the Pilancones Natural Park, which covers around 5,800 hectares and offers hiking routes with stunning views. Visitors can enjoy trekking, hiking, and exploring the area's natural beauty. The place is also steeped in myth and legend, with stories of witches and devils passed down through generations. The nearby village of San Bartolomé de Tirajana is situated in the mountains, 17 km from the coast, and offers a range of amenities and services for visitors

Plan your family visit to the Barranco de Ayagaures with these blog insights 👇

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Swimming and hiking on Gran Canaria with children

Swimming and hiking on Gran Canaria with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We drove through the Barranco de Ayagaures. There are extensive reservoirs in two picturesque places. There are two hiking routes. We wanted to cross the village with the dog and we avoided that part. We admired the landscape over the reservoir

Highlights: The village itself is in a picturesque palm and cactus landscape above the reservoir. There are ruins of natural stone houses ✨