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Location information for La Palma

La Palma is one of the 13 islands that make up the Canary Islands. The island is well known among seasoned travellers for its natural beauty and beaches. Self-driving is the best way to explore the many beaches and inland areas of the island. During the busy peak summer season, visitors should make sure to compare car hire rates online and make an early reservation.

Transport

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The main airport on the island is La Palma Airport, which is located on the eastern coast close to Santa Cruz de La Palma. There is a public bus service around La Palma but it is unreliable. This makes car hire in La Palma the best transportation option on the island for anyone wanting to get out and about.

Car Hire La Palma

Since most visitors who explore the island drive themselves, there are plenty of companies on hand to cater to their rental needs. Most options are available right at La Palma Airport, where visitors can choose from local and international companies like Cars Ancar, Avis, Cicar, Europcar and Hertz. Other rental options can be found in Santa Cruz de La Palma.

Driving

The island boasts a road network of 1,200kms. Most roads are paved and well-maintained. However, some of the coastal roads can be very curvy and need to be driven with care. Accessing the interior of the island is tough by public transportation, giving intrepid travellers another reason to go with a rental of their own.

Things To See and Do

There are so many natural sites of beauty to explore on La Palma that having your own car is really essential. By using car rental in La Palma visitors can explore natural wonders such as the El Paso forest, Cascade of Colours waterfall and Rock of Muchachos. A day at the Astrophysics Observatory is also fascinating, as are the salt flats of Fuencaliente. Cruising the beaches of La Palma such as Playa de Nogales and Charco Azul is always top of the list for those with a car.

Best Time To Visit

La Palma, as with the rest of the Canary Islands, enjoys a sub-tropical climate. In fact, most visitors come to La Palma specifically to enjoy the beautiful weather and beaches. The peak summer months see temperatures of 20°C to 27°C but winters also tend to be mild with average temperatures of 20°C.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Euro
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    90 km/h
  • Language
    Spanish
  • Popular car category
    Economy

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