Hermigua - El Moralito - Hermigua

La Gomera

Route 33 follows a circular itinerary through the agricultural and coastal north of Hermigua, one of the most fertile and representative valleys on La Gomera. Along the route, hikers pass through old local paths, traditional neighbourhoods and seaside trails, with open views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Garajonay massif. It is an accessible route, perfect for a day of cultural, scenic and photographic hiking. The starting point is located in Hermigua, a village surrounded by terraced farmland and palm groves, with the valley’s characteristic elongated profile. From there, the trail gently ascends towards Las Nuevitas and Los Barranquillos, rural neighbourhoods that preserve traditional houses, threshing floors and irrigation channels, reflecting the agricultural way of life that defines this area. The route continues towards El Moralito and El Palmar, where riparian vegetation and active vegetable gardens accompany the path. From this section, there are also excellent views of the sea, and on clear days it is possible to see the nearby island of Tenerife. The trail then descends towards La Caleta, a small pebble beach with a secluded atmosphere, ideal for a rest by the sea. From here, the route turns inland through Los Pedacitos, a succession of terraces, stone paths and cultivated vegetation, before finally reaching La Castellana, an elevated point offering panoramic views of the entire valley. The return to Hermigua completes a perfect loop, ideal for those wishing to discover the most authentic, green and maritime side of La Gomera, without major elevation gain or technical difficulty. This route is particularly recommended for hikers interested in traditional agricultural landscapes, rural architecture and trails with ethnographic and natural value.

Estimated time
4 h 06 m
Length
11208
Difficulty
Medium
Route type
Circular
Public transport

TENERIFE

TENERIFE

GRAN CANARIA

GRAN CANARIA

FUERTEVENTURA

FUERTEVENTURA

LANZAROTE

LANZAROTE

LA GRACIOSA

LA GRACIOSA

LA GOMERA

LA GOMERA

LA PALMA

LA PALMA

EL HIERRO

EL HIERRO
Map of Hermigua - El Moralito - Hermigua
Sustainability
Sostenibilidad
  • Never leave waste of any type lying around, including cigarette butts. Leftover food leads to a proliferation of rats and wild cats, which pose a serious threat to the fauna.
  • Respect the animals. Do not bother them or feed them. If you see an injured specimen, you can call the emergency number: 112. Do not pick flowers or plants.
  • Do not pick up or take away stones or any other item from the natural environment. And do not move them to pile them up into sadly famous 'towers'.
  • Respect the signposting along trails. Leaving the set paths causes damage to the environment and could also be dangerous for you and anyone with you.
  • It is safer to keep your pet on a lead.
  • Try not to alter the peace of the environment with excessive noise (loud music, yelling, etc.).
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