My son wanted to climb a volcano so we ser off armed with plenty of drinks on a very hot day. Had a little trouble finding our way in but a lovely couple who were coming down helped us. Climb was relatively easy, especially as we are not fit people but wear decent shoes as its very uneven and rocky. Take plenty of drinks too. Worth the hike as the views were amazing. We walked round to the monument which is quite narrow and windy but worth it. Also its free to do and was fun, felt like we had achieved something

This is a 2-3 hour hike depending on how long you want to spend at the top of Montana Roja. You can start the hike from the parking lot on TF-643 at the end of Carr. al Hermano Pedro, or from El Medano beach. A third alternative would be from the parking lot on TF-643 for Playa de la Tejita. The hike starts off flat & easy then increases in difficulty as you climb but is clearly marked by rocks & signs. You can also hike around the south/east side to access some beaches at low tide, or just watch the ocean break on a rocky shore at high tide. It is best to do the hike before lunch as it can get quite warm, even in winter so bring your own drinking water. It is typically windy along the east side, & on lighter wind days you may see paragliders launch from the top.

It's relatively easy to get to the top with a beautiful view. You must visit if nearby, don't bother to come if you are far. Google maps does not show the right path to the enter to the mountain. It's all blocked by closed residence buildings, a little tricky to find the path but it's visible on the satellite layer view on Google Maps Not suitable for strollers.

Well worth the effort for the views. Head up Calle Francia for one route up, or Calle Noruega for the more popular route. The former is less steep and probably quicker to the top. The height is c. 200 metres to the top, not too difficult walking; a good pair of trainers or walking shoes will suffice. Views from the top are tremendous. Will take 15 to 30 mins to get to the top and another 30 mins to go around the circumference of the crater. It’s worth doing the full circle for the panoramic views all around the bottom of Lanzarote. All in, give yourself a couple of hours to do the trip. Enjoy!

Path up leads from end of side road opposite Paradise Island Hotel; to crater allow 15mins, 10 fast. Trainers and similar are fine; paths medium difficulty. Walking around crater takes 30mins, 20 fast. But you may wish to linger to take in extensive views over Playa Blanca and across to Fuerteventura. Better in a way are enjoying views to (largely) unspoilt coast on north side towards Timanfaya volcanic mountains. Fairly busy by mid-morning onwards.

This volcano is absolutely breathtaking Pack walking/hiking shoes I stayed at Royal Monica so cut through car park onto main road and walked east. I highly recommend leaving at sunrise before it gets too hot The volcano is quite steep and I knew the north path was less steep but i decided to take the first path just after villas on the south side. It was quite steep and rather difficult but I took it slow and watched my steps, I did wonder about turning around and going back down but that was out of the question as it was too steep I made it to the stop and it was so worth it, absolutely stunning views, sun rising over the mountains, Fuerteventura and sights of the whole area, the crater is huge and a lovely walk, I scattered some of my parents ashes while I sat on the cement block south west. Took me about 1hr 30 minutes in total

Montan Roja was just behind our hotel in Playa Blanca and it took about 40 minutes to reach the top. The views are breathtaking and well worth the walk. Not an overly steep climb but sensible shoes/trainers are a must. There are no facilities on route so take plenty of water. At the top you can walk all the way around the volcano or through the middle where people have spelt out their names in stones. Better to go early in the day or late afternoon due to the heat. Highly recommend.

Amazing walk up to the top of the volcano. Not overly challenging but definitely need sensible footwear as uneven in places. Fabulous views from the top. The walk took us about an hour and a half and that included walking up and down, walking around the top and then through the crater. Would definitely recommend doing. Would advise in the summer completing either early morning or later evening when cooler.

Rather than running on the front I ran this. Tbh it’s only 5k round route from the sea but I enjoyed it. Was a bit of a scramble/ jog on steep bits but then you can do a full lap and the down hill bits are great.