{"id":21123,"date":"2026-06-25T10:23:10","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T10:23:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lopesan.com\/blog\/sendero-mirador-vallebron-fuerteventura\/"},"modified":"2026-08-07T11:15:15","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T11:15:15","slug":"vallebron-trail-viewpoint-fuerteventura","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lopesan.com\/blog\/en\/vallebron-trail-viewpoint-fuerteventura\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the Vallebr\u00f3n Trail and Viewpoint in Fuerteventura"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura<\/strong> is a meeting point where you can connect with nature, discovering some of the best-known native species<\/strong> along its trail while enjoying wonderful views of emblematic places on the island. Would you like to discover it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Origin of Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The name Vallebr\u00f3n<\/strong> has a particular meaning that refers to the toponymy of this spectacular natural landscape. It comes from the Castilianisation of \u201cValle de ahemon\u201d<\/strong>, in which ahemon translates as \u201cwhere there is water\u201d<\/strong> or \u201chidden water\u201d<\/strong>, according to the language of the island\u2019s ancient inhabitants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The water in the Vallebr\u00f3n Natural Landscape<\/strong> is located underground, as the surface is made up of a plain of arid land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do You Get to the Vallebr\u00f3n Viewpoint in Fuerteventura?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Vallebr\u00f3n viewpoint in Fuerteventura<\/strong> is located between the municipality of La Oliva<\/strong> and Puerto del Rosario<\/a><\/strong>, in the north of the island. To access the viewpoint, you can get there by car, taking the FV-10<\/strong> road and following the signs you will find along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are going to take a bus or guagua<\/strong>, as the inhabitants of the Canary Islands call the bus, to the Vallebr\u00f3n viewpoint in Fuerteventura, you should take line 7<\/strong>, which will leave you as close as possible to the access point of this surprising natural landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"How
Vallebr\u00f3n Viewpoint in Fuerteventura with views of the natural landscape and Monta\u00f1a de La Muda. Image from: holaislascanarias.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Viewpoint and Natural Area of Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Vallebr\u00f3n<\/strong> is the name by which locals and tourists know this immense geomorphological unit of \u201ccuchillo\u201d<\/strong> and \u201cmorros\u201d<\/strong> relief, where one of the island\u2019s main mountains, Monta\u00f1a de La Muda<\/strong>, is located on its north-eastern slope. However, the official name of this place is Mirador de la Degollada de Valle Grande<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The viewpoint and trail of Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura have great scenic beauty, standing out for their elongated ridge and knife-shaped relief, delimited by two U-shaped ravines<\/a>. This elongated ridge is formed by Monta\u00f1a de La Muda<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The entire landscape covers an area of more than 1,679.6 hectares<\/strong> and has an average altitude of more than 145 m<\/strong>. Meanwhile, the highest peak of the natural landscape of Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura, La Muda<\/strong>, reaches 689 m in altitude<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The views offered by the Mirador de la Degollada de Valle Grande<\/strong> allow you to observe different natural landmarks such as the mystical Monta\u00f1a de Tindaya<\/a><\/strong>, Los Pedregales<\/strong>, part of La Oliva<\/strong> and Barranco Esquinzo<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Protected landscape of Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura, ideal for hiking routes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Vallebr\u00f3n viewpoint was declared a Natural Area of National Interest<\/strong> by Law 12\/1987 on the Declaration of Natural Spaces<\/a> of the Canary Islands for the Vallebr\u00f3n Slopes. Later, it was named a protected landscape of Spain<\/strong> by Law 12\/1994 on Natural Spaces of the Canary Islands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eastern Slope: Monta\u00f1a de La Muda<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Located in the neighbourhood of La Matilla<\/strong>, you will find the highest point, through which a section of the trail of the natural landscape of Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura passes: Monta\u00f1a de La Muda<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The history of Monta\u00f1a de La Muda is full of intrigue and mysteries similar to those of Monta\u00f1a de Tindaya<\/strong>. This site is known as \u201cthe church of the mahos\u201d<\/strong>, the ancient inhabitants of the island of Fuerteventura, and there you can observe certain Canarian engravings and rock constructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monta\u00f1a de La Muda borders two other emblematic protected areas on the island: the Malpa\u00eds de la Arena Natural Monument<\/strong> and the Tindaya Natural Monument<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hiking Through Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you like medium to high difficulty routes? Then the 16 km Vallebr\u00f3n trail in Fuerteventura<\/strong> could become quite a challenge for you. We recommend wearing cool clothing<\/strong>, as temperatures are generally high, as well as good sun protection<\/strong> and trekking<\/strong> footwear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along the trail, you will pass several points of natural interest. You will have the opportunity to skirt Tindaya<\/strong>, go around La Muda<\/strong> and finish in the picturesque village of Tef\u00eda<\/strong>, where the Hermitage of San Agust\u00edn<\/strong> is located.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The route along the Vallebr\u00f3n trail in Fuerteventura can take approximately 5 hours<\/strong>. Therefore, we emphasise the importance of carrying liquids to stay hydrated, wearing the right gear<\/strong> and bringing navigation tools. That way, you will be ready for the adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Native Species in Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Vallebr\u00f3n trail in Fuerteventura passes through a U-shaped valley<\/strong> divided by two watercourses, where you can observe the island\u2019s natural fauna and flora<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within this natural plain in Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura, you will find native Canarian species such as tabaibal<\/strong>, aulaga<\/strong>, mato<\/strong> and espino<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Likewise, among the birdlife<\/a>, you may be able to spot a tarabilla<\/strong> and a guirre<\/strong>, both native species of the Canary archipelago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover the Surroundings of Vallebr\u00f3n in Fuerteventura<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you have finished your route through the Vallebr\u00f3n viewpoint and trail, you should not miss the chance to discover the surroundings of this magical landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create a travel guide to Fuerteventura and do not forget to include the picturesque town of Betancuria<\/a><\/strong>, as well as the beautiful beaches and tourist sites of Corralejo<\/strong> or Jand\u00eda<\/strong>, and the island\u2019s capital, Puerto del Rosario<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The island of Fuerteventura<\/strong> has a wide variety of natural destinations and charming villages that are well worth enjoying. Are you ready to travel?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you are thinking of completing the route of the Vallebr\u00f3n viewpoint and trail in Fuerteventura<\/strong> and spending a few relaxing days<\/a> in the surrounding area, then you will need a good place to stay during your holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the Lopesan Group<\/strong>, we offer our guests excellent hotels and accommodation deals in Fuerteventura<\/strong><\/a> so they can enjoy the very best of the island.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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