Calderón Hondo, Volcanic crater in Fuerteventura, Spain.
Calderón Hondo is a volcanic crater on Fuerteventura that rises about 278 meters above the northern landscape and stands out for its symmetrical rim. A hiking trail circles the dark cone, allowing visitors to explore its structure from different angles.
The crater formed roughly 50,000 years ago during a period of intense volcanic activity that shaped the Canary Islands. This era left behind several geological features that characterize the region even today.
The name refers to the deep hollow that locals recognize as a defining landmark in the terrain. Visitors can observe how the geological features shape the way people interact with the surrounding landscape today.
The hike starts from the parking area at Los Lajares village and follows a circular route to the summit, taking around 45 minutes. Wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for sun exposure, as the trail offers little shade.
The interior walls display yellow sulfur deposits and contain a cavity roughly 70 meters deep that reveals the volcano's geological makeup. These visible mineral formations turn the interior into a window into the island's volcanic processes.
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