Los Quemados combines a protected volcanic landscape with the viticulture of Llanos Negros. An archaeological settlement and a local carnival tradition add to the area’s history. When looking for accommodation in Los Quemados, consider whether the landscape, agriculture, or culture is especially important to your travel plans.

Volcanic Landscape, Viewpoint, and Hiking Trail

A viewpoint overlooking the Teneguía volcano was established along the unpaved Las Machuqueras–Los Quemados track. A 2022 description by the Cabildo mentions three benches there. The local SL FU 112 hiking trail runs between El Puertito and Los Quemados; check trail conditions before hiking. The viewpoint offers a view of Teneguía, while the trail is defined by its endpoints, El Puertito and Los Quemados. This distinguishes a specific viewpoint from a named hiking route.

The protected volcanic landscape associated with Los Quemados includes volcanic cones and volcanic malpaís terrain, including areas formed by historical eruptions. The purpose of the natural monument’s protection is to preserve this volcanic landscape. Malpaís refers to rough terrain shaped by lava. Thus, the protected landscape includes both the volcanic cones and the areas shaped by historical eruptions.

Viticulture on Volcanic Ground

Llanos Negros lies in Los Quemados (Fuencaliente de La Palma) and is an agricultural landscape on deposits from the 1677 eruption of the San Antonio volcano. A large share of La Palma’s Malvasía cultivation is concentrated here. In the traditional vine-training method, the vines are trained into a forked shape; the grape varieties grown include Malvasía, Negramoll, Gual, Vijariego, and Listán Blanco. Malvasía is therefore an important variety, but not the only one mentioned.

Lapilli and ash form the natural soil for the vines. Its capacity to create underground water reserves supports plant growth. Lapilli are small volcanic rock fragments; together with the ash, they give the soil its volcanic character. The high levels of sunshine in Llanos Negros also promote the over-ripening of the grapes. Soil and sunshine have different effects: water reserves support plant growth, while sunshine promotes over-ripening.

Local History and Tradition

The tradition “Las viejas solteronas de los Quemados” began in 1966 in the Los Quemados neighborhood of Fuencaliente. The Viejas Solteronas dance performance was first staged at a carnival celebration. The tradition features a dance performance in which around ten women currently take part; their costumes conceal the participants’ identities.

The Llanos Negros archaeological complex adds the history of Benahoarite settlement to the area’s story. Six huts form a settlement that provides evidence of the first inhabitants of La Palma settling this area. Find out about access before visiting. The carnival tradition and the settlement represent different historical perspectives: one is brought to life through its origins and first performance, the other through its huts and the area’s early inhabitants.

Check the Bus Connection

Bus route 23 runs between Los Canarios and the salt pans, passing through Los Quemados and Las Indias. As routes and services may change, check the latest transport information before travelling.

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