Mirador de Chipeque: Tourist rush endangers Tenerife's nature!

Mirador de Chipeque: Tourist rush endangers Tenerife's nature!

The Mirador de Chipeque, a scenic viewpoint in Tenerife, Spain, has gained popularity through social media in recent years. What was once considered an insider tip has now developed into a popular destination for tourists. The viewpoint is located in the Dorsal chain of the Canary Islands at an altitude of 1830 meters and offers impressive views of the Pico del Teide volcano as well as the surrounding landscapes of the northwestern coast of Tenerife and the mountains in the north of the island.

The accessibility of the Mirador de Chipeque is good as it can be reached via the TF-24 road, which connects the Las Cañadas del Teide National Park area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to La Esperanza. For tourists wishing to visit the viewpoint, there are two signs pointing the way to the Cipeque and Chimague viewpoints, from where the views of the island of La Palma and Gran Canaria can be admired.

Overcrowded nature and environmental problems

Despite its beauty, the increasing number of visitors also brings negative effects. How derwesten.de reports, the increase in tourists is leading to a worrying increase in waste dumping in nature. This waste pollutes the delicate ecosystem and poses a threat to the surrounding area. The waste also includes cigarette butts, which increase the risk of forest fires.

The area's ground is already covered with dry pine needles, further increasing the risk of fires. Faced with this situation, the Canary Islands government has taken measures, including a ban on smoking in natural areas, which has been in force since last year. In preparation for the upcoming forest fire season, around 2,000 firefighters, police and military personnel have been deployed.

A year-round goal

Recommended for visits all year round, the Mirador de Chipeque offers not only spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding forests, but also a short hike of less than a kilometer. This easy accessibility has contributed to the popularity and congestion of the viewpoint.

In the context of the impressive views and the challenges associated with the increase in tourism, the Mirador de Chipeque remains a fascinating but also sensitive natural oasis in Tenerife. It is up to visitors to preserve the beauty of this place and treat nature with respect.

For more detailed information about the location of the Mirador de Chipeque and its surroundings, those interested can read the detailed one Blog post on ourtenerife.com visit.