{"id":46389,"date":"2025-01-08T14:58:29","date_gmt":"2025-01-08T14:58:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/?p=46389"},"modified":"2025-03-01T17:28:41","modified_gmt":"2025-03-01T17:28:41","slug":"montana-roja-fuerteventura","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/montana-roja-fuerteventura\/","title":{"rendered":"Monta\u00f1a Roja Fuerteventura"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"46389\" class=\"elementor elementor-46389 elementor-46388\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bd83099 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"bd83099\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6550182 elementor-toc--minimized-on-desktop elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"6550182\" 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class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tWhat to see: Monta\u00f1a Roja Fuerteventura\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__6550182\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__6550182\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close 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alt=\"Monta\u00f1a Roja Fuerteventura\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/noscript>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91de2f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"91de2f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">La Monta\u00f1a Roja: a natural treasure in Fuerteventura<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6793df8 elementor-drop-cap-yes elementor-drop-cap-view-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6793df8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;drop_cap&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">The Monta\u00f1a Roja is one of the most fascinating natural wonders of Fuerteventura, a volcanic cone that rises majestically within the Natural Park of the Dunes of Corralejo. With a height of 312 meters, it welcomes visitors with its striking reddish hues, which stand out against the blue sky, offering a breathtaking view already along the road of the Dunes, before arriving in Corralejo. <\/span><\/p>\n<h4>A Trail for Adventure Lovers<\/h4>\n<p>The main trail to the summit of Monta\u00f1a Roja starts from Villaverde and is about 8 kilometers long. This route, which is challenging especially downhill, is suitable for more experienced hikers. However, the effort is amply rewarded by the beauty of the panorama that opens up along the entire route.  <\/p>\n<p>Those who decide to take on this challenge in the early hours of the morning can enjoy a unique experience: admiring the sunrise from the top of the mountain. The rising sun slowly illuminates the surrounding landscape, giving plays of light and colors that make this moment unforgettable. <\/p>\n<h4>Flora and Fauna: A Heritage to Discover<\/h4>\n<p>La Monta\u00f1a Roja is not only a destination for hikers, but also a natural sanctuary. Among its slopes it is possible to spot the Hubara Canaria, a rare bird endemic to the Canary Islands. In addition, the vegetation is equally interesting, with unique species such as Matamoro and Uvilla, plants that have adapted to the island&#8217;s arid climate.  <\/p>\n<h4>Curiosities and History<\/h4>\n<p>La Monta\u00f1a Roja owes its name to its characteristic reddish hues, due to the volcanic composition of the soil. This place, in addition to being a natural attraction, also has cultural significance for the inhabitants of the island. <\/p>\n<p>In the past, the area around the mountain was used for grazing goats, a practice that helped shape the landscape and preserve local biodiversity. Today, it is a symbol of balance between nature and history, representing the essence of Fuerteventura. <\/p>\n<h4>Advice for Visitors<\/h4>\n<p>If you want to explore the Monta\u00f1a Roja, here are some useful tips:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Equipment:<\/strong> Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring enough water with you, especially on hot days.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Times:<\/strong> Start the hike early in the morning to avoid the intense heat and to enjoy the tranquility of nature.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Respect for the environment:<\/strong> Remember not to leave rubbish and not to disturb the local wildlife, to preserve this unique ecosystem.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>La Monta\u00f1a Roja is a place that combines natural beauty, adventure and culture. A visit here is an opportunity to get in touch with the authentic essence of Fuerteventura, an island that never ceases to surprise. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6400825 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6400825\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/Montana-Roja-Fuerteventura-qzpjynuacr6wv898iq5cdqcan1l31dflzscibjbyx4.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" title=\"Monta\u00f1a-Roja-Fuerteventura\" alt=\"Monta\u00f1a Roja Fuerteventura\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/Montana-Roja-Fuerteventura-qzpjynuacr6wv898iq5cdqcan1l31dflzscibjbyx4.jpg\" title=\"Monta\u00f1a-Roja-Fuerteventura\" alt=\"Monta\u00f1a Roja Fuerteventura\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/noscript>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a7e18c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9a7e18c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Monta\u00f1a Roja Fuerteventura &#8211; Photo by Maurizio Bertucceli- Corralejo.info<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9536ab0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9536ab0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Get There  <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9da71c2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9da71c2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\">\n<div class=\"pt-0\">\n<div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">\n<h4><strong>Monta\u00f1a Roja, Fuerteventura<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Monta\u00f1a Roja is an extinct volcano located in the northern part of Fuerteventura, near Corralejo. With its intense colors and unique surrounding landscape, it is an ideal destination for hikes and spectacular views. <\/p>\n<p><strong>From Corralejo (North):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> about 6 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Path:<\/strong> Take the road southeast towards the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park and follow the signs to Monta\u00f1a Roja. The journey takes about 10 minutes by car or 1 hour on foot. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>From Puerto del Rosario (Capital):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> about 35 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Path:<\/strong> Follow FV-1 north towards Corralejo. Before entering the town, follow the signs for Monta\u00f1a Roja, located on the edge of the Dunes Natural Park.  Estimated time: about 35 minutes by car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>From Morro Jable (South):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> about 140 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Path:<\/strong> Take FV-2 north to Puerto del Rosario, then continue along FV-1 toward Corralejo. Follow the signs for Monta\u00f1a Roja before arriving at the center of Corralejo. The journey takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes by car.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>From Caleta de Fuste (East):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> about 45 km.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Path:<\/strong> Follow FV-2 north to Puerto del Rosario, then continue along FV-1 towards Corralejo. You will find Monta\u00f1a Roja along the way, before entering the village.  Estimated time: about 40 minutes by car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Explore Monta\u00f1a Roja:<\/strong><br \/>The path to the top is accessible to all, with a moderate difficulty. Once at the top, you will be able to enjoy breathtaking views of the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park and the island of Lanzarote on the horizon. It is a perfect place to watch the sunrise or sunset in a unique natural setting.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-85d8fbb elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"85d8fbb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=Monta%C3%B1a%20Roja%20Fuerteventura&amp;t=m&amp;z=12&amp;output=embed&amp;iwloc=near\" loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Monta\u00f1a Roja Fuerteventura\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Monta\u00f1a Roja Fuerteventura\"\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8d073c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f8d073c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6db85c9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6db85c9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8488309 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"8488309\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9483612 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9483612\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Useful Links<\/h2><ul><li><a title=\"El Cotillo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/el-cotillo-fuerteventura\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>El Cotillo<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li><strong><a title=\"Corralejo Dunes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/fuerteventura-dunes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corralejo Dunes<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a title=\"Gran Tarajal Fuerteventura\" href=\"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/gran-tarajal-fuerteventura\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gran Tarajal Fuerteventura<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a title=\"La Playitas Fuerteventura\" href=\"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/las-playitas-fuerteventura\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Playitas Fuerteventura<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>La Monta\u00f1a Roja is a 312-metre volcanic cone in the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park. Discover its scenic trail, the reddish hues from which it takes its name, the spectacular sunrise from the top, and the unique wildlife such as the Hubara Canaria. An unmissable adventure in Fuerteventura!  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9891,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1913,1293],"tags":[1317,1919,2005,1951],"class_list":["post-46389","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-fuerteventura-what-to-do","category-fuerteventura-en","tag-corralejo-en","tag-fuerteventura-what-to-see","tag-montana-roja-fuerteventura-en","tag-north-fuerteventura"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46389","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9891"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=46389"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46389\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=46389"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=46389"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=46389"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}