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Magnificent viewpoint overlooking San Cristóbal de La Laguna and El Teide in the distance.
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A small viewing platform overlooking the south Anaga valleys and container port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
One of the highest viewpoints looking west. It is possible to see the peak of Mount Teide on clear days. The parking lot of Cruz del Carmen is rather small and very popular, so it is recommended to come early when travelling by car to avoid long waiting lines.
Three signposted walking trails, no. 1 accessible by wheelchairs. The longest trail leads to a weather station and viewpoint and takes about 1 hour in dry weather conditions and 1½ hours in rainy weather when mud slows the pace of walking considerably. Walking shoes or good sandals are highly recommended.
Ermita de la Cruz del Carmen
In 1836 the cross that gives name to this place was placed to bless the walkers who passed through. Already at the end of the 19th century a small chapel was built where the cross stood. In 1961 another chapel was built that was later enlarged until reaching its current dimensions, a chapel dedicated to the Virgin Carmen.