La Palma is a family island where every day is a good time to get together as a family and enjoy a picnic. For this reason, there are many recreational areas with benches, tables and barbecue areas. Whether in the middle of the forest or by the sea, these areas are open to palm trees and visitors, as long as they are left in the same state in which they were found, since the whole island is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Nature with the family: the Barlovento Lagoon, El Refugio del Pilar, the Pared Vieja, El Jable
Spending a family day in the middle of nature, a good idea is the recreational area of La Laguna de Barlovento, which is located in a pine forest around a large lagoon. In addition to having a children's area, the area is located in the middle of the Insular Network of Trails, so it is possible to take different routes and even camp or spend the night in one of its cabins (prior reservation). Soon it will have the largest caravan park, fully equipped, on the island.
Sharing similar characteristics are the Refugio del Pilar (El Paso), starting point of the Ruta de los Volcanes; the Pared Vieja (Breña Baja), ideal for a short bike route or El Jable (Tijarafe), with options to access official trails.
Dream forests: the FayalSan Antonio del Monte and La Breña Mountain
In the municipality of Puntagorda is the recreational area of El Fayal, a place to get lost in by taking a blanket and draping it on the ground to feel the dancing of the branches, the singing of the birds and the incomparable peace of nature. The place has fire pits, tables and benches, as well as a children's area, where the little ones can discover species such as a heather called Erica Arborea, which can reach a height of 2 to 4 meters. It is also next to the famous farmer's market held on weekends and the no less famous zip line.
The Montaña de la Breña, in Breña Baja, is one of the traditional places where local families go and it is located at the base of the same mountain from which one can obtain one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the island.From here, one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the island can be seen from Breña Alta, Breña Baja (Las Breñas) and Villa de Mazo.
Finally, San Antonio del Monte, in Garafía, not only has recreational areas, but also a large area for camping, caravans and a large forest.
Picnics and Popular Festivals: El Pino de la Virgen
On the island of La Palma cookouts are a tradition during the holidays when families gather in the area to taste the typical food.
El Pino de la Virgen, also in El Paso, is the preferred area for family lunches and picnics during the Fiestas Triennales de la Virgen del Pino, which are held every three years, especially on the occasion of its famous pilgrimage. We find the hermitage in the middle of the mountain, surrounded by pine trees.
Surrounded By the Most Absolute Greenery: Los Tilos
At Los Tilos, in San Andrés y Sauces, you can also enjoy a picnic in the middle of the laurel forest and drinking pure water.
By the Sea: Charco Verde, Puntalarga, Puerto Paja
If you prefer a seafood lunch, the playa del Charco Verde, in Los Llanos de Aridane, has a large expanse of black sand with several benches and wooden tables to spend the whole day. There are showers to wash off the salt water and a kiosk for last minute needs.
Puntalarga, in Fuencaliente, with a quiet beach where you can take a dip and then go up to enjoy a nice meal.
Puerto Paja, in Puntallana, with a beautiful natural pool is another nice area by the sea.
Whether in the mountains or on a beach on the coast of the palm tree, young and old will enjoy an unforgettable experience in the middle of nature. With views of animals such as cows or horseback riding, your stay will always be fun.