Gorge, sand and silence – a circular walk along the east coast of La Graciosa

Walking trail through the Barranco de los Conejos gorge – Las Agujas in the background
Walking trail through the Barranco de los Conejos gorge – Las Agujas in the background

Circular walk along the east coast (13.8 km, 108 hm): the most leisurely of the long routes. From Caleta del Sebo through the island’s interior to Pedro Barba and back via the Barranco de los Conejos.

Route details

Route details at a glance
Start/Finish Caleta del Sebo (harbour)
Length 13.8 km (circular walk)
Ascent 108 hm
Walking time 3.5–4.5 hours
Difficulty Moderate – long, no shade
Signposting None – GPS track essential
Highlight Barranco de los Conejos · Las Agujas volcanoes · Pedro Barba

The route

Inland towards Pedro Barba

The harbour at Pedro Barba
The harbour at Pedro Barba

Vast sandy landscape, Las Agujas on the left, the east coast on the right. Deserted and unspoilt – destination: Pedro Barba.

Barranco de los Conejos – the Rabbit Gorge

Sandbuch am Barranco de los Conejos
Sandy cove at the Barranco de los Conejos

Geological highlight: dark lava flows, lighter ash deposits, eroded tuff layers. Rarely seen on La Graciosa.

Return along the coast

Walk along the coast of La Graciosa with views of the cliffs of the Famara Mountains
Walk along the coast of La Graciosa with views of the cliffs of the Famara Mountains

Famara massif directly opposite – a rock face over 400 metres high, which glows particularly brightly in the late afternoon light.

⚠️ Safety

No shade – set off early and pack sun protection

At least 2.5 litres of water – no supplies available en route

GPS track essential

Frequently asked questions

❓ Is the East Coast Loop the easiest long route?

Yes – with 108 metres of elevation gain and wide sandy tracks, it’s the most accessible. Heat and sun are the biggest challenges.

❓ Can you take a shortcut?

Yes – take a jeep taxi to Pedro Barba, then just head back via the Barranco de los Conejos: approx. 6–7 km.

Conclusion

This article is based on on-site research by the go-la-graciosa.com editorial team. Last updated: April 2026