The Tenerife Cabildo has announced plans to install nine surveillance cameras and 30 visitor counting devices in key areas of Teide National Park to regulate access and prevent overcrowding, in order to preserve the park’s natural resources.
The Cabildo has approved €1.8 million for infrastructure upgrades within the park, as part of a larger €5.4 million collaboration with the Canary Islands Department of Ecological Transition. Installation will begin in January.
Measures to Manage Visitor Numbers
The cameras will monitor traffic flow at the four main road entrances and areas with high visitor concentration, while the trail counters will track usage across 41 trails, covering 130.8 kilometres.
The overarching goal is to control visitor numbers to prevent environmental degradation, enhance accessibility for people with reduced mobility, and improve the experience for all park users.
Enhancements to Infrastructure
The project also includes
In addition to monitoring systems, the project will see improvements to the park’s 32 viewpoints, improvements to paths, parking facilities, and the exterior of the Juan Évora Site Museum. Rest areas at Alto de Guamaso and Roques de García will also be upgraded.
Five new information tables will be installed at strategic locations within the park, providing visitors with educational and informational content about the natural and cultural significance of Teide.
Regulated Access
Teide National Park has already implemented measures to regulate access on foot to the summit of Teide. Daily visitor numbers are capped at 300, divided into three time slots to ensure sustainable use and protection of the park’s unique biodiversity.
This comprehensive plan underscores Tenerife’s commitment to balancing tourism with environmental conservation, ensuring Teide National Park remains a natural treasure for future generations.
