Lajares offers several distinct reasons to visit: nature, architectural heritage and wine. At CalderĂłn Hondo, there is an easy circular hike lasting approximately an hour and a half; the mountain biking route starts in the village and crosses volcanic terrain to Corralejo. These attractions are complemented by the Ermita de San Antonio de Padua, the Molino de Lajares and Bodega Conatvs. When choosing Lajares for a trip, you can base your decision on your preferred interests rather than treating hiking, cycling, culture and wine as a single itinerary.
CalderĂłn Hondo on Foot or by Bike
Calderón Hondo lies east of the road from Lajares towards Majanicho and is considered one of Fuerteventura’s best-preserved craters. An easy circular hike of about an hour and a half is recommended for visiting it. The route, designated SL-FV-2, is part of the island’s trail network and the GR-131. Its approximate duration provides a guide for planning your day; trail conditions may vary.
Another way to experience the island’s landscape is the mountain biking route in northwest Fuerteventura. It starts in Lajares and crosses volcanic terrain to Corralejo. The route combines signposted cycling paths with information panels explaining features of the surrounding area. The two options therefore differ in form: one is a circular hike with an approximate duration, while the other is a cycling route with Lajares as its starting point and Corralejo as its destination. When choosing between them, you can consider your preferred way of getting around and your interest in crater landscapes or cycling routes.
Ermita and Molino: Architecture and Island History
The Ermita de San Antonio de Padua combines simple architecture with a remarkable historical context. Its floor plan is rectangular; the roof is tiled on the outside and has three slopes. The hermitage was probably built in the 18th century. In 1985, it was designated a site of historical and artistic interest and protected by the Autonomous Community of the Canary Islands. The uncertainty about when it was built and its later protection are two distinct aspects of its history.
The Molino de Lajares is also part of Fuerteventura’s cultural history. It is one of the island’s windmills that, in 1994, were classified as assets of particular cultural interest in the monument category. Windmills shape the island landscape and once played an important role in the islands’ economy. The historical significance of the mills therefore extends beyond individual locations, while the Molino has a specific connection to Lajares. For a culture-focused trip, two different perspectives come together here: the architecture and building history of the hermitage, and the former importance of windmills.
Bodega Conatvs and Wine from Fuerteventura
Bodega Conatvs is located in Lajares, La Oliva. At this modern, ecologically focused winery, visitors can take tours, taste wines and buy wine directly. If you plan a visit, it is best to check the arrangements in advance. This lets you include the winery as a separate activity without treating a tour, tasting and purchase as the same thing.
Conatvs is Fuerteventura’s first wine with a protected designation of origin and is made from the island’s native grape varieties. Its origin and grape varieties give the wine a specific connection to the island. Together with the tours and tastings on offer, this provides another possible focus for a stay in Lajares, alongside hiking, cycling and architectural heritage.
A Dated Cultural Event
The Fuerteventura Reggae Festival is also among the village’s cultural events: in 2023, the seventh edition of the independent festival took place in Lajares. This edition adds a distinct event-related dimension to the historical architecture, the history of the mills and the landscape attractions described above.
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For the main travel overview: La Oliva.
