The island of La Gomera continues to strengthen its position as a sustainable destination, and will showcase a total of six new experiences in coastal, ethnographic, agricultural, ecotourism, cycle tourism and hiking tourism at FITUR 2026, bringing together a total of 27 themed routes that can be accessed either independently or with a guide.
This new offering, developed as part of its Tourism Sustainability Plan: La Gomera, Circular Island, funded by the European Union through the NextGenerationEU programme, expands the possibilities for discovering the island from an environmentally friendly perspective, integrating ecotourism, hiking and mountain biking (MTB) experiences that allow visitors to explore La Gomera on foot or on two wheels, following ancient paths and landscapes of high environmental value.
Added to this are coastal tourism proposals, aimed at the peaceful enjoyment of the coastline and the enhancement of marine wealth, as well as agricultural tourism initiatives that bring visitors closer to rural life, traditional crops and local production.
The new products also include cultural and ethnographic tourism routes, designed to delve deeper into the history of the island, its traditional architecture and the cultural expressions that make up the identity of La Gomera, from aboriginal enclaves to wineries and spaces linked to traditional crafts.
In total, 27 themed routes have been designed, accessible both independently and with a guide. The itineraries feature digital audio guides and QR code signage along the routes, facilitating a self-guided and flexible experience, although they also offer the possibility of being completed with professional guides, who provide specialised interpretation of the landscape, history and local heritage.
With this proposal, the island reinforces its position as an ecotourism destination, inviting travellers to take the time to explore La Gomera through the trails of yesteryear, connect with its landscape, discover sites linked to the aboriginal culture, visit wineries and immerse themselves in a way of life deeply linked to the territory.
The presentation of these new products comes at a particularly significant time for the destination and will form part of La Gomera’s promotional strategy at FITUR, coinciding with the commemoration of
45 years since the declaration of Garajonay National Park (1981) and 40 years since its recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (1986).
This double anniversary reinforces the exceptional value of this natural space and the island’s historic commitment to the conservation of its natural and cultural heritage.
The six new tourism products in La Gomera, detailed below, encourage visitors to enjoy the island in a more conscious and authentic way.
Ecotourism: An island under the stars.
Linked to the quality of the night sky, this ecotourism product takes advantage of the low light pollution to offer astro-tourism experiences. It offers experiences such as ‘A journey between stars and tradition’, which includes night walks to the Drago de Agalán tree, combining astronomy and legends, and the ‘Rumbo al mar’ route, which connects the terrestrial landscape with the observation of the sky above the ocean.
Hiking: Discover the island’s heritage on foot.
This product of trails in low-density areas promotes ‘slow tourism’ in the north and west of the island. Itineraries such as ‘Paths of the Sea and the Mountain’ and the ‘Route of the Hamlets’ pass through juniper forests, the mystical Chorros de Epina waterfalls and authentic villages such as Arguamul, also incorporating wellness activities and connection with the environment.
Cycling tourism: Route guide.
More than a dozen routes specially designed for mountain bikes, gravel bikes and electric bikes, covering the four corners of the island, allowing you to experience the diversity of La Gomera’s terrain, from the cool humidity of the laurel forest in Garajonay National Park and the sacred peaks to the arid ravines of the south and the cliffs of the Majona or Puntallana coast.
Coastal Tourism: La Gomera on the edge of the Atlantic.
This product combines hiking with the enjoyment of the coastline. The ‘Between Sea and Mountain’ experience descends from the peaks to the beaches of Valle Gran Rey, while ‘Sunset at Playa de Santiago’ offers a day in the south combining seafood cuisine with water sports such as kayaking and snorkelling.
Agricultural Tourism: Between Terraces and Traditions
This product highlights ‘heroic agriculture’ and the landscape shaped by man. Through routes such as ‘Senderos de Arure’ (Arure Trails) and ‘Entre palmerales y viñedos’ (Between Palm Groves and Vineyards), visitors explore terraces, traditional pottery areas and the Taguluche Valley, discovering palm honey production and local viticulture.
Cultural and Ethnographic Tourism
Focused on the municipality of Alajeró, this product invites visitors to discover local history and archaeology through the ‘Tras las huellas de Orahan’ (In the footsteps of Orahan) route, which takes in sacred mountains and ancient centres of worship. This aspect is complemented by the ‘Waterways’ proposal, which explores the hydraulic heritage of dams and ravines such as Guarimiar, and ‘The Flavours of Alajeró’, a gastronomic itinerary dedicated to local products such as wine, cheese and coffee.
For further information: itineraries will be available in four languages (Spanish, English, German and French) on the tourism website https://lagomera.travel/, as part of the collaboration with Turismo de Islas Canarias.
Source: COMUNICACIÓN IBEROAMERICANA