IES Punta Larga Students Explore the Natural Heritage of Malpaís de Güímar

A guided route by the Candelaria City Council brings young people closer to the volcanic geology and flora of their surroundings.

Students walking the volcanic path of Malpaís de Güímar, observing lava formations and local flora.
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Students walking the volcanic path of Malpaís de Güímar, observing lava formations and local flora.

Students from the IES Punta Larga have walked the trail of the Malpaís de Güímar in an activity organized by the Environment Department of the Candelaria City Council.

The route, which started from Montaña Grande (also known as Alchaco), included stops at Montaña de La Mar and concluded in Puertito de Güímar. During the journey, the students had the opportunity to visit a volcanic tube and observe various geological formations such as lava flows, lapilli, and pumice, as well as coastal terraces.
The young people also learned about vestiges of ancient agricultural use and marine salt extraction. From the viewpoints, they identified the characteristic flora of the area, including cardonal-tabaibal, salicornia, sea thyme, balos, and sea lettuce.
This initiative by the Environment Department aims primarily to introduce the municipality's youth to the valuable natural heritage of their surroundings and promote its knowledge and conservation.
Based on information from the official source: Ayuntamiento de Candelaria (06/10/2026)