Národní park Teide

Sopečné vrcholy v Národním parku Teide

Volcanic Peaks of Spain

Located within Tenerife's Teide National Park, this collection of volcanic landforms centers around Mount Teide, the third-largest volcanic structure in the world. The list features diverse geological formations, including the 3,718-meter summit, the massive crater of Pico Viejo, and the iconic Roque Cinchado. These peaks showcase various stages of volcanic activity, from the phonolitic lavas of Montaña Blanca to the ancient caldera walls of Mount Guajara, providing a comprehensive overview of the island’s tectonic history and high-altitude terrain.

Volcanic Peaks of Spain – Mapa

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A

Mount Teide

World's third largest volcano situated on an island and the highest peak in Spain (3718m) is a truly impressive sight and will leave you…

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B

Garcia Stones

Roque Cinchado is a volcanic rock formation regarded as emblematic of the island of Tenerife.

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C

Pico Viejo

Pico Viejo is a volcano located on the island of Tenerife in Canary Islands, Spain.

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D

Montaña Blanca

Montaña Blanca is a mountain on the Canary Island of Tenerife. Its flat summit on the eastern flank of the Pico del Teide above the edge…

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E

Mount Guajara

Mount Guajara is a 2,718 m high mountain on Tenerife, in the Canary Islands.

F

Izaña

High-altitude peak standing at 2,391 meters, primarily known for housing the Izaña Atmospheric Observatory and providing clear views across the Orotava Valley.

G

Montaña de Guamaso

A volcanic cone located near the northern entrance of Teide National Park, featuring a well-preserved crater and a circular trail through ancient lava flows.

H

Montaña Chahorra

Also known as Pico Viejo, this 3,135-meter peak is the second-highest on Tenerife and features a massive 800-meter-wide crater.

I

Volcanes de Fasnia

A series of volcanic cones formed during the 1705 eruption, characterized by dark basaltic sands and scoria.

J

Montaña de Chío

Volcanic peak associated with the 1798 eruption of the Narices del Teide, located on the western slopes of the central volcanic complex.

K

Montaña de La Cruz de Tea

An extinct volcanic cone situated on the southwestern slopes of the Teide massif, marking the transition between the volcanic peaks and the pine forests.