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Snail Cave

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Snail Cave

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    Location: Frontera, Isla De Hierro, Canary Islands, Spain

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    February 11, 2018

    Hiking

    It is a small village of old cave-houses. Some of them can be visited. It is an amazing and beautiful place.
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    February 14, 2023

    Mountain biking

    Water point available at the cave
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    April 20, 2024

    Mountain biking

    In 1546 a ship heading towards America passed by Punta de la Orchilla, on the southern island of El Hierro. Later, when the sailors wanted to set course for the Americas, the ship could not leave the Sea of Calms, sailing in a circle incessantly for several days. Finally, on January 6, the food on board had run out and they had to approach land to ask for food. The shepherds of El Hierro provided them with provisions for the difficult journey.
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    1. El Sabinar de La Dehesa – circular route

    13.7km

    05:34

    850m

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 710 m

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