VallehermosoOld Town

Visit one of the historic centres of La Gomera

The grandeur of Vallehermoso, situated in the north-west of the island isn't just remarkable for its size. In the centre of the biggest town in La Gomera, you will come across the essence of this rural island full of ravines and intense greenery. Its historic quarter revolves around the Plaza de La Constitución and the neighbourhoods of Triana and Vegueta, named after the two zones in the Gran Canarian capital, with traditional houses of white walls and hard wood, set in the main streets where time seems to stand still.

Hiking through Tamargada and swimming in the maritime park

Under the watchful gaze of the Cano rock, Vallehermoso oozes charm. To appreciate just how much you only need to go up to the majestic church of San Juan Bautista –one of the biggest in the island– enjoy a coffee in one of the terrace bars in the Plaza de La Constitución or visit Tamargada, one of the delightful hamlets, with picture postcard details and houses dotted among the palm groves. After a stroll around the village you can buy palm honey and almogrote (a local cheese delicacy) or take a refreshing dip in the pools at the coastal park.

Historical heritage

Heritage

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Historic quarter

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Restoration

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Touristic bus

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Vallehermoso

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Sustainability

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.
Do not throw any waste or other objects into the sea.
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 and look after the area's historic and cultural heritage, along with the different items of public furniture (information panels, railings, seats, lighting, etc.).