Villa de Valverde

Villa de Valverde stands at 571 meters above sea level in northeastern El Hierro, featuring white houses with steep cobblestone streets, extensive gardens, and three main neighborhoods: Tesine, La Calle, and El Cabo.

Founded in the late 15th century following the conquest of El Hierro, Villa de Valverde was established on lands previously occupied by the island's indigenous inhabitants and served as the administrative center displacing other settlements like Montañetas.

The town celebrates the Bajada de la Virgen de los Reyes every four years, a month-long festival featuring processions from the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Concepción accompanied by traditional dancers and music throughout different neighborhoods.

Villa de Valverde serves as El Hierro's administrative hub housing the island council, hospital, town hall, and provides access to El Hierro Airport located within the municipal territory for inter-island connections.

Villa de Valverde holds the distinction of being the only Canary Islands capital city not located by the sea, positioned inland among volcanic terrain and lush vegetation at considerable elevation.

GPS coordinates: 27.81028,-17.91444

Latest update: July 23, 2025 15:18