The route of the almond tree in bloom is the way to the haven of winter serenity and optimism, in Gran Canaria, every beginning of the year.
La almond tree route [1] in flower takes place between January and March in Gran Canaria and it is lived as the beginning of a new life since the January flowering opens the door to the new year, the future and optimism, with its pink and white tones, creating a magical landscape that only lasts about seven days in each annual cycle, according to varieties.
Gran Canaria, in its paths and nooks it has a multitude of almond groves, especially on the peaks. Coming up from the roads of San Mateo, Artenara or along the Ayacata route you enjoy the scenery. weaved, Furthermore, since 1970 the «Festivities of the almond tree in flower», and these celebrations have been declared a "Festival of National Tourist Interest."
Valsequillo and Tenteniguada they are adorned with the flowers of the almond trees. Valsequillo began its celebrations in 1971. This municipality has, perhaps, the best almond blossom routes on the island. The decorations of nature represent the exit of Christmas and the beginning of the connection of the body and mind with the gratitude of feeling alive.
La Breña, Hunters, Guayadeque, Loin Magullo, Ingenio de Santa Lucía, La Pasadilla, San Bartolomé de Tirajana or Ayacata are other territories of Gran Canaria that are also embellished with these flowers, every year, and it has joined to celebrate thematic parties of the almond tree in bloom since 2012 in San Bartolomé de Tirajana.
There are many roads on the island from where we can appreciate and enjoy the meaning of the pink color of the almond blossom: an optimistic, serene color, full of temperance and persuasion. The flowers of the tree also give us joy in white tones. White is a color that gives way to light. It is the color of good, of perfection and transmits serenity.
People who decide to do any of the Almond blossom routes do it to enjoy the cold of Gran Canaria in winter, under the haven of peace and hope that each magical corner of the island offers frugal and precise gifts. The almond blossom is magic because this story is an imaginary expedition that becomes real as if it were a legend, only a few days a year.
Best routes of the Almond Tree in Flower
The routes with the greatest number and beauty of almond trees in bloom are around Valsequillo, Tentenigüada and the Canarian peaks. The almond trees bloom according to their varieties or weather all over the island almost in unison. If it rains or it is windy they lose the flowers. Going out in search of the almond trees in bloom becomes an adventure to remember.
The almond blossom show is full of joy to be a sensory ritual that protects us through the creations of nature and that connects us with creative energies, while we enter the Canarian fields.We invite you to start the year enjoying a walk that is appreciated for having such positive vibes and because contact with nature will help you focus on your purposes, in your essence.
Map of the routes of the Almond Blossom in Gran Canaria
We want share with you Maybe the first map of the routes of the almond blossom of Gran Canaria made by SAL DEL ATLÁNTICO And you We propose that among all the people who visit the summits we create the routes of the almond tree in bloom from this island:
Almond Blossom Festivities in Tejeda
In the year 2022, the 50th edition of the almond tree festivities in Flor de Tejeda will be celebrated. A town that is within the space of the Biosphere Reserve, is part of the landscape of the Risco Caído and the Sacred Mountains. In addition, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Spain.
The date chosen for the celebration of the Almond Blossom Festival in Tejeda is usually the last weekend of January or the first of February, alternating with Valsequillo. Visitors and island people can find the annual information on the website of the Tejeda City Council, Tourists, Celebrations or in the account of Facebook of the Tejeda City Council.
The festivities of the almond blossom in Tejeda are visited every year by thousands of people who appreciate a spectacle of canariety, festivals and traditional music, crafts, recipes for Canarian dishes, architecture and landscapes with a unique identity.
Almond Blossom Festival of Valsequillo
Tentenigüada and Valsequillo have one of the most populated itineraries of the almond tree in bloom and their holidays also stand out, especially the day of the tourist. The route through this municipality is a celebration for the soul with which to start new challenges, feel the coexistence and our traditions in the middle of one of the happiest festivals that has been designed in Gran Canaria.
The trails of Valsequillo are enjoyed at the time of the almond blossom with more vivid sensations. You can check the routes on this website of the Valsequillo Town Hall. En el Valsequillo City Council Facebook the calendar of the festivals could be announced annually.
Almond Blossom Festivities in Tunte, San Bartolomé de Tirajana
Tunte began at the almond blossom festival in 2012 with hiking walks, tapas routes, parrandas, wine tastings, handicrafts and combining the Farmer's Fair with the Almond Tree Route, which is usually held during the second fortnight of February.
Almond Association of Gran Canaria
La Almond Association of Gran Canaria works for May this fruit and its plantation prosper. According to Julián Santana, president, “In the association there are three main objectives: to recover the almond since we have more than 200.000 almond trees and in the past we exported to England and Switzerland and we had an impressive trade. The second objective is to make plantations of the almond tree and that the crops are not abandoned. "
And with the third objective, they have been pleasantly surprised by the initiative of SAL DEL ATLÁNTICO, which is preparing a route map of the almond blossom, to attract landscape tourism, such as the one we present to you today. A living map where we will share different spaces, popular or less known places on the island of Gran Canaria.
The almond tree, in addition to a landscape value, provides a fruit of great value in Canarian pastry, with which traditional desserts are made.
In the channel of Twitter You will find updated information on the Gran Canaria Almond Association.
Gran Canaria, the island of the Almond Blossom Routes
Gran Canaria welcomes the hue of the almond blossom on many and varied hiking trails and a multitude of opportunities for people with reduced mobility, who can open the windows and go out to enjoy these magical corners by car. Tourists have excursions carried out by private companies and families will also enjoy a few days in nature, full of good sensations for children and adults.
[1] almond tree: Almond tree: almond tree. How it is known in the Canary Islands. Canariety.
Julie Socorro, @islassem
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