Imada - Barranco de Guarimiar - Alajeró - Imada

This route offers a circular traverse starting and ending in Imada, passing through some of the most impressive and best-preserved ravines in southern La Gomera. Along the way, hikers cross arid landscapes, narrow gorges and historic hamlets, following ancient traditional paths that for centuries served as vital arteries of rural island life. The route begins in Imada, a traditional hamlet set within an agricultural landscape of great ethnographic value, characterised by dry-stone terraces, palm trees and rural dwellings. From here, the trail descends into the Barranco de Guarimiar, one of the island’s scenic gems: a narrow, deep canyon whose vertical walls and vegetation adapted to dry climates create a spectacular setting. The old cobbled path, well preserved, zigzags along the slopes and elevated sections of the ravine. After crossing the ravine, the route reaches the hamlet of Targa, a small village located on a plateau, where agricultural activity is still maintained and a strong connection to local traditions remains. From there, the trail continues towards Alajeró, the municipal capital, where hikers can take a break to visit the church, refill water supplies or enjoy the typical architecture of southern La Gomera. The final section of the route runs across gentle hills and rolling terrain, returning to Imada along rural paths that offer open views towards the sea and the mountains of southern La Gomera. This last part allows the circuit to be completed with a more relaxed walk, passing through cultivated areas, tabaibas and Canary Island palm trees. Route 20 is perfect for those seeking a complete experience in the south of the island, with strong landscape contrasts, significant heritage value, and the opportunity to explore ravines, traditional villages and historic paths in a single itinerary.