{"id":19324,"date":"2025-02-02T21:26:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-02T21:26:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nestshostels.com\/una-isla-maravillosa-por-descubrir-norte-de-la-isla-ruta-5\/"},"modified":"2026-11-11T15:40:49","modified_gmt":"2026-11-11T15:40:49","slug":"una-isla-maravillosa-por-descubrir-norte-de-la-isla-ruta-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nestshostels.com\/en\/una-isla-maravillosa-por-descubrir-norte-de-la-isla-ruta-5\/","title":{"rendered":"A wonderful island to discover \u2013 North of the Island (Route 5)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tenerife<\/a>: A wonderful island to discover – North of the IslandLA OROTAVA – PUERTO DE LA CRUZ<\/h3>\n\n

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Stay at our Nests Hostels<\/strong> on the beautiful island of Tenerife<\/strong>, where we offer unique experiences<\/a>. Feel the thrill and dive into island life \u2013 our Nest team can help you book activities last-minute or in advance.<\/p>\n\n

If you’re after unique experiences in Tenerife<\/a>, stay at one of our Hostels in Tenerife<\/strong>, because Nests Hostels<\/a> is the perfect starting point. Let’s go!<\/p>\n\n

Get ready for an amazing route in northern Tenerife that mixes history, culture and nature! Today I’m taking you on a trip between La Orotava<\/a> and Puerto de la Cruz<\/strong>, two gems you can’t miss if you’re after authentic experiences on the island.<\/p>\n\n

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1. La Orotava<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

La Orotava is a place that blends tradition, architecture and stunning landscapes. Set in the beautiful valley that shares its name, this municipality stretches from the coast all the way up to the peaks of Teide, covering 70% of Teide National Park. So if you love hiking trails and mountain scenery, this is your spot!The best way to approach the La Orotava Valley is from above, even if that means leaving the comfy motorway and adding a good number of kilometers and minutes to the route we’re suggesting today. The TF 21 runs along a big chunk of Tenerife’s north side at mid-altitude, linking the main towns in the area.The Humboldt Viewpoint<\/strong> is by far one of the prettiest on the island and also the best way to understand the La Orotava Valley. Here you won’t just see a panorama stretching from the peaks of Teide to the beach at Puerto de la Cruz. Here you’ll realize that Tenerife’s north is missing something: a big chunk of island.<\/p>\n\n

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Things you can’t miss in La Orotava:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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  1. Historic Center<\/strong>: Stroll its cobbled streets and visit the Church of San Agust\u00edn, the Liceo de Taoro and the Casa de los Balcones. Every corner has its charm and tells stories of the glorious past of the wine trade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Parroquia de Nuestra Se\u00f1ora de la Concepci\u00f3n<\/strong>: Considered the finest example of Baroque in the Canary Islands, it’s popularly known as the “Cathedral of La Orotava”. A great spot for architecture and history lovers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Molinos de Agua<\/strong>: A reminder of the area’s farming past. The mills are part of a “water path” that used to power the region’s milling industry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Traditional Festivals<\/strong>: If you’re lucky, you might catch the Corpus Christi<\/strong> celebrations or the Romer\u00eda de San Isidro Labrador<\/strong>, events that show off the best of Canarian culture.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

    Traveler tip:<\/strong> Try the gofio and the local wine!<\/p>\n\n

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