A path perfect for the whole family
First of all, La Palma is a paradise for nature lovers. They say that there´s more than 1,000 km of signaled paths on the island, all of which are very well marked.
If you only have one day, choosing with path to hike isn´t the easiest decision. There are many, and they´re all somewhat different. Each one has something spectacular to offer. I´ve been lucky enough to hike a few of them, and the experience was always marvelous.
The Cubo de la Galga is a spectacular laurel forest, formed thousands of years ago by the trade winds beating into the mountain.
It´s a simple route, with minimum difficulty, that requires no special preparation. You can bring your entire family along. The coolest thing is that, about an hour after starting, you´ll find yourself completely overwhelmed by the enormous tress standing overhead, as you´re surrounded by spectacular-looking ferns, which give a special touch to this place.
If you feel like pushing yourself, you can continue hiking to the top of the lookout point.
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