El Hierro

El Hierro’s fertile volcanic soil and mild climate have nurtured a unique agricultural practice: pineapple cultivation. Against the backdrop of the island’s dramatic landscapes, terraced fields of pineapple plants thrive. Visitors are treated to the sight of these vibrant, prickly plants bearing the coveted sweet fruit.

Its claim to fame lies in its diminutive stature, earning it a coveted spot in the Guinness Book of World Records as the smallest hotel in the world. Despite its size, this charming abode offers guests an intimate experience, combining comfort with panoramic views of the surrounding ocean and the island’s natural splendor.

Standing as a sentinel of time, these remarkable trees are a living link to the island’s history. With their gnarled and twisted trunks, the sabina trees are a testament to the island’s rugged environment and its ability to sustain life against the odds.

Once the home of Spain’s westernmost lighthouse, this windswept cape held a special significance as it marked the westernmost point of the country and, for a time, even served as the prime meridian.

There is the Ecomuseum of Guinea, a museum that tells about the life and traditions of the islanders from ancient times to the present day. In addition, the famous Lagartos Gigantes, giant lizards, can be seen on the territory of the museum. In this museum, the island authorities are trying to preserve the unique giant rock lizards. This species, Galliota simonyi – 1.5 metres long – was thought to be extinct.

Quesadillas de El Hierro. These are not the traditional Mexican quesadillas. In El Hierro, quesadillas are a type of sweet pastry filled with a mixture of local cheese, sugar.