ROQUE NUBLO
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The road of our tour continues to climb and the scenery and flora after as we pass from one to another of the island’s three main climatic zones. The mountains become more dramatic and the sparse vegetation on the slopes gives way to the shrubs and trees typical of this area. Eventually we reach the Paradorde Tejeda, which overlooks the RoqueNublo, one of the most emblematic symbols of Gran Canaria and situated at its very geographical centre.

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Nearby is the island«s highest point, the Pico del Pozo de Las Nieves, some 1949 metres above sea level. (also have a look for the “DIA-SHOW” – there in the background of some pictures you can see the higest mountain of Spain! – The “TEIDE” of Tenerife – linear distance round about 70 km )

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The Parador de Tejeda overlooks much of the island’s pine forest cover and the area is fulll of ancient paths and tracks used originally by the native inhabitants of the islenad and later by the island«s conquerors and settlers. Many of these paths have been restored for use by walkers and they provide an excellent opportunity to contemplare the flora and fauna of the island«s mountains.

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From the Parador we also can descend to the village of Tejeda which is well known for its cakes and confectionery made from almonds. Another road leads to Artenara, the highest village on the island surrounded by pine-covered mountain peaks.

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