Description
The landscape and the journey
Paddy Dillon connects volcanic country, forests and mountains across Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Tenerife, La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro. Follow a multi-week island-hopping journey or concentrate on one island crossing.
Routes and itinerary options
The approximately 560 kilometres have 32 stages of around 7–30 kilometres, using roads, paths and old travel routes through villages and mountains. The complete journey involves around a month on foot, plus time for inter-island connections.
Maps and practical planning
Maps and stage data cover endpoints, distance, walking time, elevation and facilities. Accommodation and Cicerone GPX files support planning around different island conditions and transport. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
Remote, steep and rocky sections require attention to water, altitude and gaps between services. Spring is particularly attractive; summers can be hot and high Tenerife and La Palma routes can have winter snow. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language paperback by Paddy Dillon. First edition, published in 2020. 272 pages. ISBN 9781852847654.
