The 5th edition of the Hiking Festival in Tinajo will take place from the 13th to the 17h of May, 2026. It’s organised by the Tinajo Townhall with the collaboration of Turismo Lanzarote and Cabildo de Lanzarote.
There will be one or two themed trails each day, in which the participants will be able not only to stretch their legs but to have a different experience in each of the routes, including cheese tasting, beer tasting, photography and volcanism.
Tinajo residents can participate at the cost of 5 euros (will need to provide proof of residency before starting the hike) while visitors will have to pay 10 euros for each of the hikes.
Registrations, with limited places, must be formalised through the platform: https://www.cronolinecanarias.com/eventos .
These are routes that will take place this year:
Wednesday 13th May, 2026 – Sunset photography walk in Tenésar
A guided tour around Tenésar, taking in the rocky coastline with its dramatic breakers. Throughout the walk, we will practise various photography techniques with a professional photographer to help us improve and refine the moments and compositions we wish to capture in our photos.
Starting time: 17:00h
Difficulty: Low
Duration: 2 hours
Max. number of participants: 25 people
Recommendations: Bring a camera or mobile phone for practice
Thursday 14th May, 2026 – Sunset hike on Montaña Bermeja
An interpretive trail along the coast of the municipality of Tinajo, where we’ll stroll to the soothing sound of the sea between La Santa and Montaña Bermeja, discussing geology, nature and culture. Musical entertainment at sunset at the end of the route.
Starting time: 17:00h
Difficulty: Low
Duration: 2 and a half hours
Max. number of participants: 25 people
Friday 15th May, 2026 – Sunset hike in Ortiz
A trail winding through a landscape of recent lava flows, exploring the lands and villages buried by Timanfaya, biological succession and the culture of the volcano. Tasting of local produce at the end.
Starting time: 17:00h
Difficulty: Low
Duration: 2 and a half hours
Max. number of participants: 25 people
Saturday 16th May, 2026 – Long-distance hike: Tinajo – Masdache
A linear route starting from the village of Tinajo, passing through the Vega Ramírez and the foothills of Tinache, via Caldera Quemada and the El Filete area. It will then follow the Ortiz path through the Ortiz and Cardona caves, reaching the El Alto area. The final section will pass through the areas of La Cueva de Las Palomas, Juan Bello and El Grifo, ending in Masdache. Craft beer tasting at the end.
Starting time: 09:30h
Difficulty: Medium
Duration: 4 hours
Max. number of participants: 25 people
Saturday 16th May, 2026 – Los Rostros Family Hike
An interpretive trail through the Los Rostros and Coruja mountains, exploring geology and wildlife. The route and content are tailored for the youngest members of the family, and we’ll also enjoy an outdoor storytelling session of “Lanzarote habla” (Lanzarote Speaks).
Starting time: 10:00h
Difficulty: Low
Duration: 3 and a half hours
Max. number of participants: 25 people
Recommendations: Suitable for children aged 6 and over due to the route and the accompanying activity
Sunday 17th May, 2026 – Tao – Mancha Blanca Hike
A linear route starting in the village of Tao and heading towards Tiagua, passing through La Vegueta, Liria and Tinache, before reaching Mancha Blanca. A route featuring varied landscapes and beautiful villages. Tasting of local produce at the end.
Starting time: 08:30h
Difficulty: Low
Duration: 4 hours
Max. number of participants: 25 people
Sunday 17th May, 2026 Hiking in Las Quemadas
A dramatised trail where, as we walk, we will encounter different scenes from the novel “Ana Viciosa. La señora de Tinajo” performed against backdrops of open horizons.
Starting time: 10:00h
Difficulty: Low
Duration: 2 and a half hours
Max. number of participants: 40 people
Closing of the Festival:
After the last day of hiking, we will celebrate a final event at the Tinajo Farmers’ Market, with live music and a gastronomic sample of local products, putting the finishing touch to this edition of the festival.
