Playa del Roque de las Bodegas

Playa del Roque de las Bodegas is a beach on the northern coast of Tenerife with black volcanic sand and steep cliffs of the Anaga mountain range. The dark sand and towering rock walls create a dramatic and distinctive setting.

The beach served as a key landing point for fishing boats from Taganana for many generations. This connection to fishing shaped the development of the nearby village and remains central to its past.

Local eateries nearby serve fresh fish and traditional Canarian food such as wrinkled potatoes with spicy mojo sauce. You can observe how people gather here to share meals and spend time together.

Visitors should monitor tide schedules and be aware of water conditions since the beach has no lifeguards. Wave conditions and currents can be strong, so caution is wise when swimming.

The beach sits within an area containing rare plants and animals found mainly in the Anaga region. These distinctive ecosystems are difficult to find elsewhere in Europe and make the site scientifically valuable.