![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221030_091450-1038x576.jpg "West coast North of Punta Gorda")
Today, I wanted to visit the town of Gáldar. As the Cueva Pintada, a museum about the pre-hispanic Indigenous inhabitants of the island, only opened at 11 a.m., I also had time for a bit of exploration of the wild West coast to the North of Puerto de las Nieves. Continue reading Wild coast, ancient culture
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221029_121558-1038x576.jpg "Valle de Agaete")
Valley of Wine and Coffee
I was looking forward to today’s hike since I read about it in some blog. The blog authors were praising it highly, so that I had really high expectations. Luckily, the trail did live up to its reputation. So, I had a great (half) day in the Valley of Agaete. Continue reading Valley of Wine and Coffee
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221028_121350-1038x576.jpg "West coast at La Aldea")
The West coast of Gran Canaria
On my last day with a rental car in Gran Canaria, I (once again) explored some windy mountain roads – this time the road connecting the South coast with the West coast of the island. Continue reading The West coast of Gran Canaria
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221027_103401-1038x576.jpg "Maspalomas Dunes")
Gran Canaria is in Africa!
Today, I said farewell to Gran Canaria’s interior, and returned to the coast. I hiked trough the sand dunes of Maspalomas, which given a certain desert vibe – if it was not for the large number of tourists, that is. Continue reading Gran Canaria is in Africa!
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221026_104851-1038x576.jpg "Plateau of Acusa")
Up to the high view!
Today, I drove a bit further to hike up to Altavista mountain. Already along the hike, I had good views of the plateau of Acusa. So, I checked out this area (with is cave dwellings) as well. Continue reading Up to the high view!
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221025_131757-1038x576.jpg "Caldera de Tejeda")
Caldera de Tejeda the Third
In close proximity to my apartment, there are just so many nice hikes. Therefore, I decided not to spend too much time driving around to explore some area further away. Instead, I did another hike at the edge of the Caldera de Tejeda today. Continue reading Caldera de Tejeda the Third
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221024_134813-1038x576.jpg "Caldera de Tejeda")
Hiking above the Caldera de Tejeda
Today, I wanted to see more of the Caldera de Tejeda – and from higher up. So, I drove to Cruz de Tejeda, some 450 meters of altitude higher than the town of Tejeda itself. From there, I went on a nice circular hike along the ridge line, and down into La Culata. Continue reading Hiking above the Caldera de Tejeda
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221023_123236-1038x576.jpg "Caldera de Tejeda")
Hiking in the Caldera de Tejeda
I am currently staying in Tejeda, in the centre of Gran Canaria. This area is well-known for its gorgeous hikes, as I could experience today myself – even though I ended up on a different trail than I originally intended to take (due to a trail closure). Continue reading Hiking in the Caldera de Tejeda
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221022_134204-1038x576.jpg "North Eastern Gran Canaria")
Into the mountains of Gran Canaria!
Today is my first “true” vacation day, and I said farewell to Las Palmas. After picking up my rental car, I made my way into the island’s interior, where I will spend the next few days. Mostly, I am planning to go hiking – because this area of Gran Canaria has lots to offer in this regard! Continue reading Into the mountains of Gran Canaria!
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221016_173946-1038x576.jpg "Las Canteras")
A (work) week in Las Palmas
I spent the last five days teleworking from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. However, I also enjoyed my free time in the (late) afternoons. Continue reading A (work) week in Las Palmas