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View of the Volcano
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Birgitt
December 1, 2025
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Currently (December 2025), you may only enter the area around the new Tajogaite volcano on La Palma with certified guides. Toxic gases are still frequently released from the highly active …
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Andrea
December 28, 2025
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The original name was Cumbre Vieja. The new volcano was named after the town of Tajogaite, which means "split mountain."
The eruption of Tajogaite destroyed nearly 3,000 buildings, including residential and commercial properties as well as tourist accommodations, resulting in significant losses for the residents. The exact number varies depending on when the count was taken, but estimates range from approximately 1,700 to over 2,800 destroyed structures.
The eruption of Tajogaite destroyed nearly 3,000 buildings, including residential and commercial properties as well as tourist accommodations, resulting in significant losses for the residents. The exact number varies depending on when the count was taken, but estimates range from approximately 1,700 to over 2,800 destroyed structures.
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Gomero
April 11, 2026
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The volcano tour is only available with a guide, but it is worth it every time.
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Distance 2.04 km
Uphill 30 m
Downhill 150 m
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