All-round views – panoramic loop around Montaña Pedro Barba

View from the harbour at Pedro Barba towards the Famara Mountains
View from the harbour at Pedro Barba towards the Famara Mountains

A compact circular walk that takes in the north-east of La Graciosa from three sides: El Río to the east, Agujas Grandes (266 m) and Agujas Chicas (257 m) to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean to the north.

Route details

Route details at a glance
Start/Finish Pedro Barba (harbour)
Length ca. 5–6 km
Elevation gain ca. 108 hm
Walking time 2–2.5 hours
Difficulty Easy to moderate
Signposting None – GPS recommended

The circular walk

Morro Negro and the Agujas volcanoes

The volcanic cones Aguja Grande and Aguja Chica
The volcanic cones Aguja Grande and Aguja Chica

Morro Negro marks the eastern edge of the circular walk. From the highest point: El RíoLanzarote, the Agujas Grandes (266 m) and Agujas Chicas (257 m).

Return with a view of El Río

Walking trail along the east coast of La Graciosa
Walking trail along the east coast of La Graciosa

Descent back to Pedro Barba with a direct view of El Río and the cliffs of the Risco de Famara.

Practical tips

Frequently asked questions

❓ Can you combine the loop with the coastal path?

Yes – coastal path out (1.5–2 hours) + loop (1.5–2.5 hours) + jeep taxi back = a full, enjoyable day’s hiking.

❓ Is it doable without GPS?

Not recommended – the sandy tracks branch off. Download the GPS track via Sunhikes.

Conclusion

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