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Parque Los Lavaderos, El Sauzal – Historic washing site, terraced gardens and Atlantic viewpoints in North Tenerife

Parque Los Lavaderos in El Sauzal combines heritage and landscape: old communal washing basins, lava-stone terraces, and panoramic balconies looking over the north coast of Tenerife. The park steps cascade toward the Atlantic, moving from green, irrigated plots to arid slopes with tabaiba and succulents—perfect for a short, photogenic stop on the TF-5 corridor.

Wide Atlantic view from El Sauzal with cliffs and coastal villages near Parque Los Lavaderos.

This wide coastal panorama sets the context: volcanic cliffs, small coves and the ribbon of towns stretching toward Puerto de la Cruz.

Stone terrace viewpoint in Parque Los Lavaderos overlooking the north coast of Tenerife.

One of the best balconies is a stone terrace built into the slope, a calm spot to admire the surf and terraced fields below.

Entrances and useful signage

Main gate to Parque Los Lavaderos in El Sauzal with ocean backdrop.

The main gate sits just off the road, with wrought-iron fencing and lava-stone pillars typical of northern Tenerife.

Information sign of Parque Los Lavaderos framed by palm trees and sea view.

Close to the entrance, an info sign lists opening times while palms frame a sweeping ocean view.

Secondary access with terracotta dome structure and stone steps in the park.

A secondary access features a distinctive terracotta dome beside descending steps—a photogenic landmark that hints at the site’s historic water use.

Lush garden terraces and stone paths

Lush terraces with lawn, stone walls and tropical plants inside Parque Los Lavaderos.

The upper terraces are surprisingly green, with lawns edged by dark volcanic stone and beds of tropical foliage.

Palm trees and evergreens lining the stone paths on the terraces of Parque Los Lavaderos.

Tall palms and cypress trees provide vertical accents and shade along the main walkway.

Dense foliage of palms and large-leaved plants by the walkway.

Large-leaved plants soften the stonework, creating a lush contrast with the black basalt walls.

Central square beside the historic washing basins with shaded roof in Parque Los Lavaderos.

At the heart of the park, a paved square sits next to the traditional wash area that gave Los Lavaderos its name—once a community hub for laundry and water collection.

Stairways that weave through green and arid zones

Shaded staircase with agapanthus and bright bougainvillea leading down the slope.

Some sections feel like a garden corridor, with agapanthus bordering the steps and bougainvillea spilling over the walls.

Stone staircase descending to the lower streets with a white cross and sea view in El Sauzal.

Further down, the stairways connect to lower lanes. A white cross marks a landing with views toward tiled roofs and the sea.

Dry hillside path bordered by tabaiba and succulents on the outer edge of Los Lavaderos.

As the trail approaches the cliff edge, vegetation shifts to tabaiba and drought-tolerant shrubs—an authentic look at Tenerife’s drier coastal zones.

Upper rustic steps with volcanic stone walls and dry shrubs at the park boundary.

These rustic upper steps show the park’s more natural margins, where the landscaping gives way to wild growth and exposed lava rock.

Planning your visit: Allow 20–40 minutes to wander the terraces, enjoy the viewpoints and photograph the contrasting plant zones. Combine a stop here with nearby coastal viewpoints in El Sauzal for a relaxed half-day on Tenerife’s north coast.

Conclusion: Parque Los Lavaderos blends traditional Canarian stonework, historic washing structures and memorable Atlantic vistas. Whether you come for garden textures, heritage details or a quick panorama, this compact park offers an easy, scenic detour in El Sauzal.