The Friar's Rock

The Friar's Rock is a large volcanic formation that rises from the Puerto de la Cruz coastline with a green cross at its summit. Stone steps are built into the structure, allowing visitors to climb to the top.

The rock formation was created thousands of years ago through volcanic activity and later modified by Luis Lavaggi, who added stone stairs in 1813. His improvements created a durable structure that has remained open to the public ever since.

De rots kreeg zijn naam van een 18e-eeuwse frater die regelmatig omhoog klom om op de top te mediteren en bidden. Deze religieuze verbinding bepaalt hoe lokale inwoners dit natuurlijke oriëntatiepunt begrijpen en waarnemen.

You can climb the formation using stairs accessed from Avenida de Luis Lavaggi and enjoy views along the coast. Visit on clear days to get the best views of the surrounding area.

Local stories speak of pirate Caraperro's treasure supposedly hidden in the cracks and crevices of the rock formation. This legend adds a layer of adventure and mystery from earlier centuries to the location.

Locatie: Puerto de la Cruz

Gemaakt van: stone, brickwork, lava

GPS-coördinaten: 28.41601,-16.55623

Laatste update: 14 december 2025 om 18:40