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| Los Cristianos | ||
| region | Canary Islands | |
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| Tourist info | 43 (0)922 75 71 30 www.arona.travel/ | |
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Los Cristianos is a place that has grown from a village to a tourist town with over 21,000 inhabitants today Canary Islands, he belongs to the community Arona on Tenerife.
background
Los Cristianos is located in the southwest of Tenerife in a bay between the mountain Guaza in the south and the smaller mountain cone of the Chayofita. There is nothing left of the original fishing village (until around 1960). Los Cristianos is now a popular travel destination for guests from England, Germany, Italy, France, Scandinavia ... and has many accommodations of all kinds. The place is with the other tourist resort Playa de las Americas grown together so that you don't notice the change.
getting there
By plane
The Tenerife South Airport
(IATA: TFS) is only about 20 km away in an easterly direction.TF-1Those who are not picked up from the airport can easily get to Los Cristianos by public bus, taxi or rental car.
In the street
Los Cristianos has a connection to the motorway TF-1, it runs north of the city. To the neighboring town Las Americas there are only a few kilometers, and the island's capital Santa Cruz is about 75 km away. It can be easily reached via the bus station with the 110 and 111 lines.
By boat
The small port is the starting point for ferries to the islands La Gomera, El Hierro and La Palma, from here boats also go to the northwest tip of the island on Punta de Teno past Las Américas, Puerto de Santiago and the rock massif Los Gigantes.
mobility
The city center and the beach of Los Cristianos can be explored on foot. The promenade and the side streets are largely handicapped accessible. Many places on the island can be reached by public, inexpensive buses. Taxis and rental cars are available.
Tourist Attractions
The promenade by the sea is very nice for a walk; the town itself doesn't have many sights to offer. Mention should be made of the attractive narrow streets with numerous small shops, cafes and bars. The small Catholic church in the city center is more recent - a simple building, inside it are amicably Spanish, German and English prayer books on shelves on the back wall. It's the beach Playa de Los Cristianos next to the small port and the beach Las Vistas at the foot of the Chayofita. Then the port itself, where large ferries regularly dock and depart. The long promenade to Las Americas is beautifully developed and also romantic in the evening ... In the closer and further surroundings, however, the most diverse sights can be reached on foot, by boat, by bus or by car. Parks, or dolphins and whales during a boat trip on the sea, you should also consider a trip with the ferry to the island of La Gomera.
activities
- Swimming and all kinds of water sports, jogging, biking, golf, tennis ...
- Hiking on the well-developed and easy to get to Montaña Chayofita, as well as various (also guided) hikes on the island.
- Boat trips along the coast too Los Gigantes, or to a dolphin and whale watching
- Bus (round) trips to many sights: to the volcanic mountain Pico del Teide (3,718m), to Güimar, Candelaria, Santa Cruz, La Laguna, Mercedes-Wald, Taganana, La Orotava, Puerto de la Cruz, Icod de Vinos, Garachico , Maska Gorge, Los Gigantes, Adeje ...
shop
You can buy a wide variety of items in many shops here. Some supermarkets are open 24 hours. These are a bit more expensive, but you always get something. The supermarkets (Mercadona ...) are also geared towards tourists. If you need the Canarian lifestyle, you are in the wrong place here, for this you have to go to somewhat smaller places.
Shopping is an important part of Los Cristianos. You get everything a tourist's heart desires, unfortunately sometimes a little forced. You have to be very careful, because the (often flying) dealers are very good at their business and sell what is for sale. You should know what you want when you go to the shopping mile. Every Sunday there is a very large market (mercado) in Los Cristianos, on which textiles, hats, shoes, bags, a wide variety of everyday objects ... as well as watches , Glasses, pearl necklaces, etc. are available for purchase.
kitchen
Los Cristianos has something to eat for everyone. Due to the great competition, there are a number of restaurants that are worth stopping at. You get a nice ambience, a courteous service, with whom you can at least communicate in "broken English". The dishes are of a high Central European standard, but not necessarily typical of the country. If you like to eat fish, you should definitely order fish; it is mostly freshly caught and always very tasty. If you want to try the Canarian cuisine, you have to inquire about the restaurants frequented by the locals; there are very interesting things to enjoy.
nightlife
There is always something to do in Los Christianos. On Thursday evenings, Canarian folklore groups can be admired at the port. Canarian musicians sometimes play in restaurants. There are often live solo artists or karaoke on the waterfront; Discos and bars are open until after midnight. If you want more, you can walk (or take a taxi) the short distance Playa de las Americas, at the latest here you have the party you want. But it's not as violent as you can get it from Mallorca knows, rather relaxed.
accommodation
Los Cristianos offers a lot of hotels and accommodations, and is well geared towards tourism. The hotels are accordingly. You will find the standard here that you are used to from Spain. If a hotel has four stars, it usually deserves it. For long-term vacationers, apartments in various locations and price ranges can be rented.
Learn
Work
We are looking for young people who have knowledge of foreign languages. In addition to Spanish, English, German, Italian and French are also important. You can still find a job here with these foreign languages. As a rule, it will be in animation where people are always sought after, but unfortunately the unemployment rate in Tenerife today, especially among young people, is unfortunately very high.
security
Los Cristianos has the usual problem with pickpockets, so be careful. But violent crimes are almost unknown. The Policia Local is present, the Guardia Zivil is also on site. The usual rules apply. Carry your wallet well stowed on your body, especially not to take valuables with you to the beach. When you get out of the car, open the glove box. Stop everything that you do in other holiday regions.
health
In Los Cristianos you will find doctors and dentists who also speak German. With an e-card (European health insurance card) and ID card or passport, you can get a doctor's appointment so that you can get a prescription for the medication you need.
Practical advice
- 1 Tourist Office Playa de Los Cristianos (Oficina de Información Turística - Playa de Los Cristianos), Avenida Juan Carlos I, 38650 Los Cristianos Arona (Tenerife). Tel.: 43 (0)922 75 71 30, Email: [email protected].
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In Los Cristianos there is a connection to all known cell phone networks. In addition, there are often free W-LAN (WIFI) hotspots in the catering industry. There are also a number of internet cafes and internet shops where you can surf the web for a small fee. In hotels, a lot of money is often charged for using the Internet. You can also find plenty of payphones in Los Cristianos.
Even those who are not necessarily fond of modern technology can keep in touch with home in writing. Thanks to the nearby airport, mail arrives relatively quickly in Germany within two to three days. Anyone who sends letters or cards should definitely use state Correos stamps.
trips
See also under activities.
literature
- : Tenerife. Metzner publishing house, 2019 (2nd edition), ISBN 978-1790936762 ; 83 pages (German). Playa San Juan and the southwest of Tenerife
