BARLOVENTO
Municipality of La Palma
Barlovento, the green and wild north of La Palma
Windward occupies the northern tip of La Palma, always facing the trade winds that bring humidity and that intense green characterizing this part of the island. With just 1,900 inhabitants, cliffs of up to 400 meters, forests of laurisilva and the natural pools of La Fajana, it is one of the most authentic and least crowded spots in Canary Islands.
In fact, more than half of its surface is covered by forest, making it an ideal municipality for hiking and contact with nature. Thanks to the CanariasLife webcam in La Fajana , you can watch live the sea state and the conditions of the pools before going.
Natural pools of La Fajana
The natural pools of La Fajana are the most visited attraction in Barlovento. They formed over an ancient volcanic coastal plain and their three pools are directly fed by the Atlantic with each tide, keeping the water clean and fresh.
The complex has been adapted since 1976 and includes lifeguards, showers, changing rooms, a sun terrace, and two restaurants of fresh fish. Additionally, entry is free. The upper parking area serves as a natural viewpoint with views of the pools and the ocean. With the CanariasLife webcam, you can check the surf and the atmosphere before heading down.
Laguna de Barlovento and Punta Cumplida Lighthouse
Inside the municipality, at an altitude of 650 meters, the Laguna de Barlovento occupies an ancient volcanic crater converted into the largest reservoir of La Palma. It is surrounded by a pine forest with a recreational area, camping site, and children's area. It is an ideal starting point for families wanting to explore the northern part of the island.
On the other hand, at the northernmost tip of the municipality, the Punta Cumplida Lighthouse has been lighting up the coast since 1867. It is one of the most photogenic viewpoints in La Palma, with views of the northern cliffs and the open ocean.
Hiking and laurisilva
Windward is one of the best municipalities in La Palma for walking. The Camino Real GR-130, which crosses the entire island, traverses the municipality among deep ravines, cliffs, and historical hamlets such as Gallegos, Franceses y La Tosca. From the From the La Tosca viewpoint, a complete panorama of the northern part of the island can be obtained. Moreover, the forests of
The Las Nieves Natural Park laurisilva of harbor species like laurels, viñátigos, and white sticks covered in moss. These are ecologically valuable trails that attract hikers from all over Europe. Gastronomy in Barlovento
Local cuisine combines land and sea. In the restaurants of
with views of the Atlantic. However, inland products also play a leading role: La Fajana is served fresh fish cured and the wrinkled potatoes with mojo, Palmero cheese local cheese, cultivated on the lower slopes of the municipality for centuries. banana Every August 12 and 13, Barlovento celebrates the feast of the
Festivals and traditions
Virgin of the Rosary with the traditional Battle of Lepanto between Moors and Christians , one of the most unique celebrations in the north of. It is an event that mixes history, popular theater, and festival. La PalmaHow to get to Barlovento
Take the LP-1 heading north, with a journey of about 40 minutes by car. The guaguas of lines 100 and 200 connect the capital with Barlovento, although with reduced frequency. To reach
From Santa Cruz de La Palma the airport of La Palma. La Palma, there are daily flights from Tenerife y Gran Canaria Frequently asked questions about Barlovento
It is a set of three
What is La Fajana de Barlovento?
natural volcanic pools on the northern coast of , adapted for bathing since 1976. Its waters are renewed by the Atlantic with each tide. The complex has free entry, lifeguards, showers, changing rooms, and fresh fish restaurants. La PalmaAt the northern tip of fresh fish.
Where is Barlovento?
, about a 40-minute drive from La Palmavia the LP-1. It is one of the greenest and least crowded municipalities on the island, with just 1,900 inhabitants. Santa Cruz de La Palma The most notable is the section of the
What hiking routes are there in Barlovento?
that connects Barlovento with Camino Real GR-130 GarafÃa , between ravines, cliffs, and historical hamlets. There are also routes through the forests ofand paths to the laurisilva of harbor species like laurels, viñátigos, and white sticks covered in moss. These are ecologically valuable trails that attract hikers from all over Europe. It is a volcanic crater at an altitude of 650 meters turned into the largest reservoir of Punta Cumplida Lighthouse.
What is the Laguna de Barlovento?
. It is surrounded by a pine forest with a recreational area, camping site, and children's area. Ideal for family excursions. La PalmaIt can be visited all year round. Summer is the best time for the pools of
When is the best time to visit Barlovento?
. The north of La Fajanais cooler and rainier than the south, so it's advisable to check the conditions before going. La Palma webcam of La Fajana in Barlovento
Is there a webcam in Barlovento?
Yes, in CanariasLife you can see the La Fajana webcam in Barlovento live, with a view of the natural pools and the sea state in real time.