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Monumento al Campesino: What to see and how to visit it in Lanzarote
Monumento al Campesino in central Lanzarote: César Manrique’s tribute to the island’s farmers, with a house museum and Canarian food.
At the island’s geographic centre, a tribute to the farmers and craftspeople who made Lanzarote liveable. Essential for understanding its traditions and culture.
César Manrique wanted to honour the people who made a lava-covered island liveable. The white sculpture, made from old ships’ water tanks, stands beside a house that recreates traditional architecture, with craft workshops and a Canarian restaurant. It sits at the geographical centre of Lanzarote, close to La Geria.
Entrance fees to tourist centres are not included in the tours; opening times and prices depend on each centre.
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Visit it on a private tour.
It is part of these private routes, with pick-up at your accommodation. If you would rather combine it with other places, we tailor the route to you.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS · 4
What people ask me mostabout Monumento al Campesino
What does the Monumento al Campesino represent?
It is César Manrique’s tribute to the farmers and craftspeople who made a lava-covered island liveable.
Can you eat there?
Yes, there is a Canarian restaurant. Routes with a lunch option can stop there; meals are not included.
Which private tour visits Monumento al Campesino?
It is part of these routes: A slower taste of the south (6 h). It can also be included in a tailor-made route.
Is there an entrance fee for Monumento al Campesino?
No ticket is needed to visit it.
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