Timanfaya National Park

The park spans 51 square kilometers of volcanic terrain featuring 25 craters, black lava fields, and red rock formations in southwestern Lanzarote.

Between 1730 and 1736, volcanic eruptions transformed this region, covering one-quarter of Lanzarote and burying nine villages beneath layers of lava.

The local farmers developed specialized agricultural methods using volcanic gravel to capture moisture from trade winds for crop cultivation.

The park entrance includes guided bus tours through the volcanic landscape, with stops at key observation points and geothermal demonstrations.

Surface temperatures in specific areas reach 120 degrees Celsius, while at 13 meters depth, the volcanic heat maintains temperatures of 600 degrees Celsius.

Location: Canary Islands

Location: Las Palmas

Inception: August 9, 1974

Elevation above the sea: 103 m

Operator: Comunidad Autónoma de Canarias

Part of: Network of National Parks of Spain

Website: http://mapama.gob.es/es/red-parques-nacionales/nuestros-parques/timanfaya

GPS coordinates: 29.01139,-13.77972

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:24