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El Sauzal’s Mirador de La Garañona – cliffside viewpoint, coastal gardens and Atlantic panoramas in North Tenerife

Perched on the dramatic cliffs of El Sauzal, Mirador de La Garañona is one of North Tenerife’s most photogenic viewpoints. From landscaped terraces and shady promenades you can watch the Atlantic swell roll into the black-sand coves below and trace the rugged coastline toward the Tacoronte–Acentejo wine region.

Wide view from Mirador de La Garañona over the Atlantic and the steep volcanic cliffs of El Sauzal in North Tenerife.
Classic lookout over the north coast from La Garañona.

The vantage point sits high above the ocean, delivering uninterrupted horizons and a tangible sense of height. On clearer days you can see long stretches of coastline and watch seabirds riding the updrafts coming off the cliff face.

Finding your bearings

Information board at El Sauzal for Mirador La Garañona showing the location map and street plan for visitors.
The viewpoint’s map panel helps you explore El Sauzal and nearby sites.

At the entrance you’ll find a clear map with trails, facilities and nearby attractions. It’s a useful stop to plan a short stroll through the terraces or to decide where to catch the best sunset angle.

Terraced gardens and cliffside promenades

Mirador de La Garañona is more than a single platform—it's a small park of tidy, volcanic-stone terraces, benches and viewpoints connected by brick paths. Native plants and palms provide shade, while succulents thrive in the salty breeze.

Tree-shaded terraces and benches at the entrance to the Mirador de La Garañona park in El Sauzal.
Shady seating areas make it an easy place to linger.

Follow the neat, stepped walkways to reach different levels of the garden. Each landing offers a slightly new composition of cliff, ocean and sky—great for photography at any time of day.

Paved paths and steps leading through the viewpoint gardens above the Atlantic at El Sauzal.
Brick paths and low white walls guide you between lookouts.

Look closely at the planting: drought-tolerant species—aloes, aeoniums and low shrubs—soften the volcanic stone and give the promenade a distinctly Atlantic-island character.

Succulents, palms and native greenery along the promenade of Mirador de La Garañona in El Sauzal.
Succulents and palms thrive in the sea air.

Atlantic horizons and the rugged north coast

From the railings you can watch sets of waves feather into the coves below and appreciate the height of the cliffs. The coastline curves gently, revealing small beaches and headlands shaped by centuries of volcanic activity.

Cliff-edge walkway with handrail overlooking the open Atlantic Ocean from Mirador de La Garañona in El Sauzal.
Endless ocean views from the cliff-edge promenade.

Whether you come for golden hour photos, a peaceful break on a bench or a quick stop on a north-coast road trip, La Garañona delivers sweeping, easily accessible views without strenuous walking.

Plan your visit

The lookout is in the municipality of El Sauzal, with parking on nearby streets and cafés a short walk away. Combine it with local wineries or coastal trails for a full North Tenerife day out.

Conclusion: Mirador de La Garañona blends dramatic scenery with carefully maintained gardens, making it one of the most rewarding and convenient viewpoints in North Tenerife for photographers and casual visitors alike.