Volcán del Cuervo, Volcanic crater in Tinajo, Spain
Volcán del Cuervo is a volcanic crater formation in Tinajo, Lanzarote, featuring a marked walking path through dark gray lava fields. The route descends into a spacious interior crater where visitors can see the solidified lava formations from within.
The volcano was the starting point of the 1730 Timanfaya eruptions, which began six years of intense volcanic activity. These events fundamentally transformed the landscape of Lanzarote.
Locals have adapted farming techniques to work with the mineral-rich volcanic soil, growing grapes and crops that thrive in this harsh terrain. The land still shapes how people practice agriculture here.
The descent to the crater floor is accessible and takes about 45 minutes from the parking area; completing the full loop adds another 30 minutes. Bring water and sun protection, as the black rocks intensify heat and shade is scarce.
The crater floor sits at approximately 388 meters elevation and displays geometric patterns of solidified lava resembling a vast underground chamber. These formations reveal the rare interior structures of a volcanic crater shaped by rapid cooling.
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