“This village seems to cling to the mountainside,” a voice whispered behind you. You turn to see a fellow traveler, her gaze fixed on the charming houses of La Calera. “It’s as if it’s afraid to let go.” La Calera, nestled on the northern slopes of the Barranco de Valle Gran Rey, does seem to hold tight to the mountainside. It’s a picturesque sight, with its whitewashed houses stacked one atop the other, each seemingly closer to the sky than the last. This village, though small, is the beating heart of Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera. Don’t let its size fool you. La Calera might be small, but it’s the administrative center of the municipality. The lifeblood of the region courses through its narrow streets. From here, the rugged GM-1 road snakes its way through the ancient Garajonay National Park, connecting La Calera to the island’s capital, San Sebastián de la Gomera. But La Calera is more than just a stop on a map. It’s a starting point for adventures. A challenging hiking trail, with 68 hairpin turns, ascends from the village, promising breathtaking views from the peak of La Merica mountain. And down below, less than 500 meters away, the Atlantic Ocean crashes against the shores of La Puntilla and La Playa. La Calera is a place where the mountains meet the sea, a place where adventure and tranquility go hand in hand.
Playa de Santa Catalina
Gazing at the rhythmic crash of waves against the black sand, one might wonder about the secrets held within Playa