WHAT TO DO AND SEE IN VEGA DE SAN MATEO

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La Vega de San Mateo

IS A MUNICIPALITY LOCATED IN THE MID-MOUNTAIN REGION OF GRAN CANARIA, 22KM FROM THE CAPITAL


Vega de San Mateo has several protected nature reserves such as Camaretas and Hoya de Gamonal, as well as El Pozo de las Nieves (highest peak of the island), the route of the ravine of "La Mina" (ravine where water flows all year round and where the old water mills of the area are located).

Tourism in gran canaria

Natural viewpoints

San Mateo is a municipality rich in natural landscapes with embedded strategic places that offer breathtaking panoramic views such as:

  • El Mirador de Montaña Cabreja: Natural viewpoint, located on the mountain of the same name, which gives us a lovely view of the village of San Mateo, the Guiniguada gorge and the city of Las Palmas.
  • El Mirador Natural de la Cruz
  • El Mirador Degollada Becerra in Tejeda El Mirador de los Pechos: from where you can see the neighboring island of Tenerife.
  • El Mirador Natural de El Talayón in Galaz
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Botanical Garden

Opening hours: from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm (until 6.30 pm in summer)


Phone: +34 928 219 580


The Viera y Clavijo Botanical Garden is the largest botanical garden in Spain and has more than 27 ha. to discover the rich endemic flora of Gran Canaria.


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Old town

When strolling through the old town of San Mateo it is essential to visit the most allegorical buildings:

  • The Parish Church of La Vega de San Mateo, located on the main street, has a bell, which was donated by emigrants from Cuba, who resided in the village. The central upper part is crowned by three bells, designed by José Luján Pérez. The construction was completed in 1895.
  • The Alameda de Santa Ana, located next to the church, was built in 1943. Together with the town hall and the church currently form a complex of neo-Canarian style.
  • The Ermita de Lourdes, Ermita de Lourdes, bears the same name as the Virgin of Lourdes and is honored to Vega de San Mateo.
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San Mateo Equestrian Center

Located just 3 minutes from the hotel, the San Mateo Equestrian Center has a privileged location at the entrance of the Cabreja Mountain, offering 1-hour horseback riding excursions in a perfect place to admire the enchanting landscapes found in this region. Horseback riding lessons are also available and for the youngest guests there are riding and jumping lessons for beginners. Entertaining pony rides are also in service.
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Wine tasting

El Frontón de Oro Winery offers the possibility of getting to know its vineyards on a tour. On this tour visitors can take a look at the vineyards and inside the winery, where the winemaking process is explained. As expected, the tour will end with a wine tasting of the different wines that El Frontón de Oro has to offer.
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Massages

Do you need to relax? In our hotel we aim to pamper our guests so that their stay is unbeatable. We want you to free yourself from routine stress and complete your stay in our hotel with your batteries recharged. We offer relaxing massages without having to leave the establishment. Enjoy your massage in your room (only under previous request).
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Hiking

Gran Canaria has a spectacular nature, its geography has hidden mountains, ravines, real hiking trails, farmhouses and unique natural formations that offer a wide variety of landscapes ready to discover. From the municipality of San Mateo a series of routes lead through trails and real hiking trails from where you can have fascinating views of the island. At Hotel Rural Las Calas we provide hikers with the necessary kits and services for this activity (walking sticks, laundry service with additional cost, special room to store clothes and shoes, pic-nic, route information).
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Outdoor activities

We know the importance of having fun during the vacations and that is why we have contracted Climbo, a company that organizes multi-adventure activities. Among the activities offered are: climbing, via ferrata (fixed rope routes), hiking in groups and canyoning.
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San Mateo Equestrian Center

Located just 3 minutes from the hotel, the San Mateo Equestrian Center has a privileged location at the entrance of the Cabreja Mountain, offering 1-hour horseback riding excursions in a perfect place to admire the enchanting landscapes found in this region. Horseback riding lessons are also available and for the youngest guests there are riding and jumping lessons for beginners. Entertaining pony rides are also in service.
Discover

Wine tasting

El Frontón de Oro Winery offers the possibility of getting to know its vineyards on a tour. On this tour visitors can take a look at the vineyards and inside the winery, where the winemaking process is explained. As expected, the tour will end with a wine tasting of the different wines that El Frontón de Oro has to offer.
Discover

Hiking

Gran Canaria has a spectacular nature, its geography has hidden mountains, ravines, real hiking trails, farmhouses and unique natural formations that offer a wide variety of landscapes ready to discover. From the municipality of San Mateo a series of routes lead through trails and real hiking trails from where you can have fascinating views of the island. At Hotel Rural Las Calas we provide hikers with the necessary kits and services for this activity (walking sticks, laundry service with additional cost, special room to store clothes and shoes, pic-nic, route information).


Discover

Outdoor activities

We know the importance of having fun during the vacations and that is why we have contracted Climbo, a company that organizes multi-adventure activities. Among the activities offered are: climbing, via ferrata (fixed rope routes), hiking in groups and canyoning.
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Photo gallery of San Mateo and its surroundings