Vega de San Mateo self catering holidays, Gran Canaria A charming mountainous village where you can relax surrounded by natural beauty
Vega de San Mateo self catering holidays - located in the mountainous centre of the island of Gran Canaria, 17km from the capital of Las Palmas, Vega de San Mateo has been attracting tourists for generations. A fantastic destination for anytime of year given the sub-tropical climate.
Surrounded by a protected area, Vega de San Mateo is a charming historical town, offering panoramic views of the middle of the island and the Cumbres mountain peaks.
The town centres around its parish church, Iglesia de Vega de San Mateo. A weekly popular agricultural and crafts market is held in the towns centre and offers amazing local produce and traditional hand made crafts.
| At a glance... | |
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| Restaurants | 10+ |
| Nature reserve | ✔ |
| Mountains | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Distance to beach | Playa de Tufia (30km) |
| Nearest airport | Gran Canaria (16km) |
| Nearest bus station | San Mateo |
Featured holiday rentals in Vega de San Mateo
The self catering holiday accommodation in and around Vega de San Mateo is of a very high standard. There is a wide choice of holiday rentals including family villas and apartments to rent. Many holiday homes are within walking distance to the centre, where there is a selection of bars, restaurants and shops.
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Things to see & do
Vega de San Mateo and the surrounding area is full of interesting towns, historic cities and countryside to explore.
| A few suggestions.... | |
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| Day trip to Pico de las Nieves volcano | ✔ |
| Star gazing tour - AstroEduca | ✔ |
| Market - Mercado Agricola Vega de San Mateo | ✔ |
| Horseback riding - Centro Ecuestre San Mateo | ✔ |
| Las Cumbres - Natural park | ✔ |
| View point - Mirador Natural de la Cruz y El Montanon | ✔ |
Our view on holidays in Vega de San Mateo
We think Vega de San Mateo is a truly stunning destination for a family holiday or romantic escape. With the spectacluar backdrop of the Cumbres mountains, beautiful vistas are everywhere, as well as historical churches and traditional markets. There is something for everyone with interesting places to visit and dramatic landscape to explore. Vega de San Mateo will be an unforgetable holiday experience
