Volcán San Antonio & Teneguía (Fuencaliente Volcano Centre)

Located in the southernmost municipality of Fuencaliente, the Volcán San Antonio Visitor Centre offers a fascinating introduction to La Palma's volcanic geology. The San Antonio volcano last erupted in 1677, creating a prominent crater approximately 350 metres in diameter. A well-maintained trail circles the rim of the San Antonio crater, providing panoramic views of the southern tip of La Palma, the Atlantic Ocean, and on clear days the islands of El Hierro and La Gomera. From San Antonio, a marked trail connects to the Volcán Teneguía, the site of La Palma's 1971 eruption — the most recent eruption before the 2021 Tajogaite event. The Teneguía eruption lasted 24 days (26 October – 18 November 1971) and produced a small cone and lava field, with no casualties due to successful evacuation. The visitor centre features interactive exhibits on volcanology, the geological history of the Canary Islands, seismographs, and information about the 2021 Tajogaite eruption. Nearby, the Salinas de Fuencaliente (Fuencaliente Salt Pans) have been producing sea salt since the 1960s and are a Site of Scientific Interest for their bird life, particularly migratory species. The iconic Fuencaliente Lighthouse (Faro de Fuencaliente, two towers — the original 1903 tower and its 1985 replacement) marks the southernmost point of the island. The area is also known for its Malvasía wine production in volcanic soils.