Tenerife
More than 50 years of charter tourism have unfortunately reduced Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, to the image of a cheap destination. But along the way, a fine hotel industry has gradually developed for the discerning guest - paradisiacal hideaways, some right in the middle, some outside the noisy tourist centers. The island is thus launching a new quality offensive and revealing its treasures, which weigh more than sun, beach and sea.
Tenerife, the diverse
A mini-continent awaits the longing and pleasure traveler here, combining fertile hillside valleys, high mountain deserts with vast volcanic cone fields, tropical gardens, enchanted coniferous forests, tranquil villages and vibrant cities in a small space. In addition, from east to west, from north to south, the most diverse climate and landscape zones: comparatively cool temperatures with plenty of rain in the fertile, green north and lots of sunshine in the desert-like, dry south. Connoisseurs therefore call Tenerife the "island with two faces".
The Pico del Teide, Spain's highest mountain at 3,714 meters and the island's landmark, acts as an unmistakable dividing line, contrasting bright snow-white against a magnificent blue sky in winter. This mountain is fascinating as soon as you approach Tenerife and is also omnipresent on the island - even from the neighboring islands of Cran Canaria and La Gomera. Holidaymakers' expectations of this island paradise are similarly polarizing.
The south: between class and mass
Charter tourists with sun-beach-sea ambitions prefer the south, where the twin agglomeration of Los Cristianos and Las Americas presents itself as a tourist stronghold à la Ballermann - a grandiose leisure circus from the retort. The shopping centers, bars, pubs and restaurants from Fanabé to Los Christianos, popularly known as "Los Catastrophus", are lined up seamlessly with extensive bathing bays and hotel complexes from the early days of tourism. In the evenings, the stroller is then whisked through all the sounds of entertainment music and can enjoy the always warm climate with a colorful crowd of different generations of holidaymakers. Because the promise of "300 days of sunshine a year" not only attracts dashing surfers, plump bikini beauties and well-behaved family people here, but also retired long-term holidaymakers who do credit to every Deix figure.
On the other hand, there has been a significant upgrade in hotel tourism in recent years, neither quietly nor secretly, under the motto "class instead of mass": Five-star hotels, from classically pompous to playfully Arabic, from neo-Canarian to post-modern or cool in marble, but always surrounded by paradisiacal gardens - unique hideaways in the midst of this enclave of exuberant tourism. They can be found quite compactly in the area between Los Gigantos in the northwest, with the second highest cliffs in Europe, and Las Americas, the playground for sun-seekers in the south. Costa Adeje is a spotlight in the middle, with the attractive Puerto Colón marina, luxury resorts of every genre and beaches ranging from black to gold. And a real highlight for golfers too, especially as some of the eight island golf courses are just a par 5 away from the hotel and can be booked as an ideal package.
The north: Between culture and nature
"Culture and nature", mixed with a large portion of traditional highlights - that's what the north of the island offers.
On the way there, you cross the almost mystical world of the Teide National Park with its colorful crater deserts and endless lava and scree fields, until you finally reach the fertile Orotava Valley with the historic town of the same name and the tourist hotspot Puerto de la Cruz - the "cradle of tourism in the north of Tenerife".
The focus here is clearly on history, such as in the small town of Oratava with its historic old town, late neoclassical palaces and typical Canarian balconies. Wine and
enjoyment, as Shakespeare already mentioned in his "Richard III". He already enjoyed the local wines at the beginning of the 16th century and would certainly not miss any of the wine festivals at the end of November today. However, it is not just the colorful vegetation and the wine museum in El Sauzal that attract visitors here, but rather the "Drago Milenario", the dragon tree that is said to be a thousand years old.
On the way from the south over the Teno Mountains towards Icod, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the town of Garachico, which has around 6,000 inhabitants, from the Mirador de Garachico.
Instead of sandy beaches and bed castles, there are other attractions here, such as the seawater swimming pool between volcanic rocks, which gives the once flourishing port town a special charm, or the Buenavista golf course nearby, one of the most beautiful on the island. Art lovers, on the other hand, will be drawn to the Tenerife Espacio de las Artes, an exhibition center for contemporary art and culture in the capital Santa Cruz. Which brings us full circle - Tenerife is all about diversity!
Elsa-Maria Honecker
The Canary Island of Tenerife polarizes: While the touristy south is sometimes still dominated by the "Ballermann" mentality, the north of the island enchants with breathtaking nature and cultural-historical buildings.
Highlights
LORO PARQUE - ARCHE NOAH FOR ANIMALS AND PLANTS
It is considered the attraction on the entire Canary Islands and the comparatively simple name by no means expresses what awaits vacationers here. In fact, it dates back to the early days, when a parrot on roller skates was still one of the special features. In the middle of Puerto de la Cruz, you can meet tigers, jaguars, chimpanzees, gorillas and alligators, see penguins and exotic fish in huge aquariums and marvel at dolphins and sea lions during the extremely popular shows. The surrounding area resembles a perfectly styled park with exotic plants, restaurants, playgrounds and idyllic rest areas. A great day out for families, but also for couples away from the beach and sea.
www.loroparque.com
DIPLOMATISCHE VERTRETUNGEN
Spanish Embassy in Germany
Lichtensteinallee 1, 10787 Berlin
Phone: +49 30 2540070
Fax: +49 30 25799557
E-mail: emb.berlin.sc@maec.es
www.spanischebotschaft.de
Spanish Embassy in Austria
Argentinierstraße 34, 1040 Vienna
Phone: +43 1 5055788
Fax: +43 1 505578825
E-Mail: emb.viena@maec.es
www.exteriores.gob.es
Spanish Embassy in Switzerland
Kalcheggweg 24, 3000 Bern 15
Phone: +41 31 3505252
Fax: +41 31 3505255
E-mail: emb.berna@maec.es
www.maec.es www.exteriores.gob.es
Lage
Kanarische Inseln, Spanien
Fläche
2034 km²
Bevölkerung
889.936
Sprache
Spanisch
Hauptstadt
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Religion
Predominantly Catholic
Weather
Teneriffas Küstenregion, wo sich der Großteil der Ferienorte befindet, besitzt wie alle anderen Inseln des Kanarenarchipels ganzjährig milde Temperaturen. Im Sommer pendeln die Temperaturen zwischen 28°C und 30°C, im Winter zwischen 17°C und 18°C. Aufgrund der landschaftlichen Vielfalt gibt es im Landesinneren, auch abhängig von der Höhenlage, unterschiedliche Klimata. In den Wintermonaten können Temperaturen und Wetter große Unterschiede aufweisen. An den Stränden kann allerdings ganzjährig Sonne genossen werden.
Beste Reisezeit
ganzjährig
Klima
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Sonnenstunden | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 6 |
| Regentage | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
| Wassertemperatur | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 19 |
Zeitverschiebung
WET (=CET - 1 Stunde)
Währung
Euro
Visa
Reisende aus Deutschland, Österreich und der Schweiz brauchen kein Visum. Spanien ist Mitglied der EU, EU-Bürger können mit einem gültigen Personalausweis einreisen. Nicht-EU-Bürger bnötigen einen gültigen Reisepass.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations for entry into Spain/the Canary Islands are generally not necessary, but you should ask a tropical institute, your family doctor or your health insurance company about preventive measures before your trip. We recommend that you take out travel health insurance. Information without guarantee.
Food in Tenerife- Gourmet tips
from Tenerife
Tenerife is home to specialties and delicacies from all over the world
from all over the world - from exotic Chinese and Indian cuisine, to English and
English and French, to Italian cuisine. The famous
Canarian dish gofio, roasted wheat, barley or corn mixed with milk, water
and salt, can be tasted in small restaurants and bars in particular
and is considered a traditional dish of the Canarian farmers. Meat, fish
and seafood dishes, such as grilled prawns, play an important role in Tenerife, alongside
garlic, which is served with almost every dish, play a major role in Tenerife and
promise true culinary delights. Good wine is always served with all dishes
served with all dishes, you have the choice between a high-quality Spanish
red or white wine.
Parks in Tenerife
The most beautiful theme parks
Siam Park - Far Eastern kingdom under the Canarian sun
On an area of 185,000 m2, the water theme park combines the most extraordinary attractions in the world - from the Wave Palace and Jungle Snake, the Tower of Power to the Lazy River. In between you can see alligators, sea lions, thousands of species of tropical fish, Buddhist temples surrounded by exotic flora and fauna. www.siampark.net
Parques exotica
There are several themed areas to admire here: from the Animal, Amazonia and Reptile Park to Jurassic Land. The botanical garden in Puerto de la Cruz is a paradise for plant researchers and Las Aguilas Jungle Park near Arona is one of the largest themed parks in Europe, with stalactite caves, waterfalls, lagoons and more than 500 animal species.
Golf in Tenerife - a year-round paradise
Tenerife is not only the largest of all the Canary Islands, but also the most diverse - including when it comes to golf. While golf courses are springing up like mushrooms in the south, the north has been spared the golf boom. This is partly due to the weather conditions: Tenerife South has predominantly hot and dry temperatures, while the north tends to have cool and humid weather.
Golfers benefit from this, as they can play here even in summer temperatures without the risk of hectic and heatstroke. For example, on the most beautiful northern golf course on the island, the Buenavista Golf Course (18/par 72), whose layout was designed by none other than Seve Ballesteros. The Hotel Vincci Seleccion Buenavista Golf is currently under construction and offers a magnificent view over the course to the sea. The flower-lined fairways between the sea and the clubhouse, which offers an overview of the entire course in a modern design, are particularly attractive. The Real Club de Golf Tenerife, the second oldest 18-hole course with British flair, is located directly on the north highway at an altitude of 600 meters.
The south also offers real highlights for golfers, especially as some of the eight island golf courses are often just a par 5 away from the hotel and can be booked as an ideal package. Unfortunately, the courses are therefore quite crowded, especially in winter and spring, but almost empty in summer. In addition, there is a large selection of holes close together, such as the three 9-hole Golf del Sur courses near San Miguel and the 18 holes of the Amarilla Golf Club, designed by Donald Steel with the signature hole on hole 5, a tee shot over the sea canyon! In the middle of the touristy Playa de las Américas, John Jacobs designed the 18 holes of the same name with numerous water hazards and just five kilometers away is the Costa Adeje golf course with an 18-hole course of the finest quality. On the former banana plantation, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the sea, the island of La Gomera and the mountains of Adeje.
The 5-star Abama resort with its own 18-hole golf course has been euphorically described hundreds of times - the most expensive and the best on the Canary Islands and therefore also the uncrowned No. 1. The 18-hole course is a true architectural masterpiece by golf legend David Thomas. Not only because of the rich plant decoration: the varied and well-maintained fairways offer a fantastic view of the sea and the neighboring island of La Gomera.
Hotels
