The Cueva del Viento (Cave of the Wind) is in the municipality of Icod de los Vinos (Tenerife, Spain). It takes its name from the many air currents that form inside it.
It is the largest volcanic cave in the entire European Union, stretching for around 18 kilometres.
This immensely long tunnel was formed by lava flows that came down from Pico Viejo around 27,000 years ago.
Inside the visitor centre, information panels in several languages explain the origin and formation of these volcanic caves.
It is an important site of biological and palaeontological interest, rich in archaeological finds, fossils and animal remains dating back to the prehistory of the Canary Islands. Archaeological remains of the Guanches, the ancient inhabitants of Tenerife, have also been found here.
Useful information
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00–16:00
Phone: +34 922 815 339
Address: Camino los Piquetes, 27, 38438 Icod de los Vinos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Website: www.cuevadelviento.net
Opening times, prices and services may change: please check the official website before your visit.
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