Costa del Silencio – Coast, Trails and TEN-BEL

Costa del Silencio combines early tourism development with a coastline of clear water and volcanic coves. The resort was developed in the 1960s as one of Tenerife’s first tourist resorts. Here, bathing areas and seaside walks sit alongside an architectural trace of the TEN-BEL complex. For travellers looking for a hotel in a coastal resort, these features offer different points to consider when choosing where to stay.

Coastal coves, bathing areas and seawater pools

The coastal coves have clear water and are of volcanic origin. They are suitable for diving and snorkelling. Sea conditions and access can vary, so check the local situation before planning an activity. Playa de La Ballena is a bathing area on the coast of Costa del Silencio, although bathing conditions can vary locally. Next to the Ten-Bel complex is a natural seawater pool, suitable for cooling off and relaxing. Here, too, you should check local bathing conditions. This way, the coves, bathing area and seawater pool can be understood as different options by the water: the coves are associated with diving and snorkelling, Playa de La Ballena is a bathing area, and the pool is suitable for cooling off and relaxing.

Coastal walks and trails to the natural monument

The Paseo de Costa del Silencio runs along the rugged coastline and is suitable for a leisurely walk by the sea. It starts in the Bella Vista resort and continues to the West Haven Bay apartments. These two place names help you get your bearings along the coastal route when planning a walk. As trail conditions can change, it is advisable to check them before setting out.

The Montaña Amarilla Natural Monument can be reached via a trail that starts at the eastern end of the Costa del Silencio resort. This provides another natural destination with a named starting point, in addition to the Paseo. If you plan to use this trail, take local trail conditions into account.

TEN-BEL, lava and the development of the resort

The TEN-BEL Plan Parcial Costa del Silencio – Agrupación Frontera can be seen from the public road. The open spaces of this complex preserve the lava in its original state. Architecture and volcanic landscape meet here in a specific detail: the lava remains part of the local scenery within the open spaces. The public road offers the stated view of the complex, making this landmark possible to include in a stay without confusing it with a bathing area or coastal trail.

The well-maintained gardens are also part of Costa del Silencio’s character. Together with the volcanic coast and preserved lava areas, they shape different impressions of the resort. The tourism development of the 1960s provides a historical context: Costa del Silencio was established as one of Tenerife’s early tourist resorts. Anyone interested in the destination’s history can connect this development with the TEN-BEL complex and its open spaces.

Guidance for choosing a destination

Proximity to the TF-1 motorway makes it easier to reach Los Cristianos from Costa del Silencio. If Los Cristianos is also part of your travel plans, this road connection is a specific factor to consider when choosing a destination. Other questions come to the fore locally: whether you would rather include the coves and their opportunities for diving and snorkelling, a bathing area, a leisurely walk by the sea or a view of the TEN-BEL complex. For a hotel stay in Costa del Silencio, these local features provide a basis for matching the destination’s character to your interests. Take the local conditions into account for bathing and trail activities.

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