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Museum César Manrique’s house in Haría

Museum César Manrique’s house in Haría

The former residence of architect and artist César Manrique in Haría, where he spent the last few years until his sudden death, has been a popular tourist attraction for locals and tourists since 2013.
It offers you a good insight into the life of the famous artist, who played a major role in the painting of the island of Lanzarote.
Since 2013, this building, ” César Manrique’s house ” also known as the Palm House, has been a museum.

César Manrique's houseAlready in 1986 he started to design and build this property.
He renovated this old and run-down farmhouse, which he had already bought in the 1970s and created the surrounding area by keeping the natural atmosphere as lively as possible.
His modern visions of aesthetics and comfort have been combined with traditional architecture.
Unfortunately, Manrique could only experience the place until his accidental death in 1992, near the Fundacion Cesar Manrique in Tahiche.

Today the César Manrique’s house in Haría offers us the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the life of this famous artist for a while.
You can move freely through the rooms and also a part of the palm garden is accessible for visitors.

Most of the furniture and things that César Manrique used during his work as an artist are exactly as he had left them on the day of his death on September 25, 1992. The whole property – house, the atelier and the garden, separated from it, convey a particularly quiet and cosy atmosphere.
In the workshop where the artist painted back then, the original scenario can be seen.
Colours, tables with drawings, easels and unfinished paintings were stored as César Manrique left them.

There are also many information materials about César Manrique’s work and his extraordinary life.
A very interesting film shows deep insights into his special character.
It is therefore advisable to allow sufficient time during a visit to the César Manrique Museum.

Opening hours and entrance fees

The César Manrique Museum in Haria is open daily, except on public holidays.
open from 10:30 a.m. to 18:00 p.m.
Last admission at 5:30 pm

Admission: 10 €
Children up to 12 years: 1 €
Combination + César Manrique Foundation in Tahíche: 15€

Available at the Residence – Museum (Haría)
and at the César Manrique Foundation (Tahíche)

Phone: +34 928 843 138
webpage of César Manrique’s house in Haría

It is not allowed to take pictures inside the house / museum of César Manrique in Haría.

Ticket price for children under 12 years: 1€

You can buy a combi-ticket and receive a discount for the foundation César Manrique in Tahiche and the house-museum in Haría.

MON-SUN 10:30am-6pm

 Calle Elvira Sánchez, 30, 35520 Haría, Las Palmas

 +34 928 84 31 38

 www.fcmanrique.org

 fcm@fcmanrique.org

Castillo “San José”

Castillo „San José“, Museo Internacional de Arte Contemporáneo in Arrecife, Lanzarote

This small picturesque castle is situated above the port of Puerto de los Mármoles in Arrecife. Prompted by the Spanish King Carlos III, it was built between 1776 and 1779 and only served to provide work to the local builders – not for the purpose of defence. Therefore, it obtained the name Fortaleza del Hambre (Hunger Fort). In the beginning of the 70s, the restoration of the castle was induced by César Manrique and a museum was rebuild. He also built a classy restaurant in the castle with a great view over the harbor and the sea. In the Museo Internacional de Arte Contemporáneo many Spanish works of modern art can be found – some of Manrique.

Photos inside the museum are allowed but just without flash to avoid damages at the art works.

MON-SUN 10am-8pm

Calle Nte., 51, 35500 Arrecife, Las Palmas

 +34 928 81 23 21

 www.cactlanzarote.com

Fundación César Manrique

Fundación César Manrique in Tahiche, Lanzarote

The Foundation César Manrique was originally the home of the artist; he discovered the land for himself when he saw a fig tree sticking out a subterranean lava bubble on a walk through a lava field. He then decided to purchase the property. However the owner, thinking the land is worthless, gave it to him for free. With the construction of his house and the integration of the five volcanic bubbles, Manrique brought nature and art in an impressive manner in line. Today the foundation shows like a museum how the artist lived and how he combined natural landscape with enthusiastic art.

You find the foundation 2 km south of Tahiche. At a roundabout, turn west and take the road to San Bartolomé. The Foundation is signposted. After about 200m you meet the large parking lot.

Ticket price for children under 12 years: 1€

You can buy a combi-ticket and receive a discount for the foundation César Manrique in Tahiche and the house-museum in Haría.

MON-SUN 10am-6:30pm

Taro de Tahíche – C/ Jorge Luis Borges, 16. Tahíche, 35507. Lanzarote

 +34 928 84 31 38

 www.fcmanrique.org

 fcm@fcmanrique.org

Mirador del Rio

Mirador del Rio, Lanzarote

The street LZ 202 provides a direct link to the northern most point of Lanzarote, Mirador del Rio. If approaching from Cueva de los Verdes or Jameos del Agua, a short detour along the coast is recommended. Take LZ 1 towards Órzola and enjoy the beautiful coastal route. Just before Órzola is the beach – Charca de la Novia, gently sloping and sandy, perfect for families with small children. In the shallow water they can safely run around. The contrast between the white sand, the black lava rocks and the bright turquoise blue of the water, is astounding.

From the small town Órzola, Mirador del Rio is signposted and easy to find. Without the signs posts and parked cars, it would be easy to the miss this work of art. Merged with nature – natural rock formations, Manrique yet again created harmony and balance. At the heart of Mirador del Rio is a large hall, flooded with light through enormous windows. There is also a small cafe. Like a magnet, one finds oneself attracted to the light – the windows, where  a spectacular view over the neighboring island of La Graciosa awaits – a perfect place to sit at a table enjoy a coffee and the breathtaking views.

From the terrace one has an even better view of “La Graciosa” and also of the salt fields of El Río. As if on a silver platter, the island with 700 inhabitants presents itself. Just two kilometers from Lanzarote and a 20 minutes crossing from Órzola, the village of Caleta de Sebo, one of the two inhabited villages on La Graciosa is visible.

Gaze a little further into the distance, you’ll see 3 more islands, all uninhabited – Montaña Clara, Roque del Oeste and Alegranza.
On the upper floor of the Mirador lies the souvenir shop, light-filled and beautifully designed.

Is it possible to receive a discount, if you buy a ticket for more than one sightseeing object on Lanzarote. Which sights are included and which combinations are possible are described to you at the entrance to Mirador del Rio.

MON-SUN 10am-5:45pm

In Summer (July-September) until 6:45pm

Jardín de Cactus

Jardín de Cactus – The Cactus Garden, Lanzarote

To reach César Manrique’s Jardín de Cactus take LZ – 1 towards Órzola and turn right shortly before Guatiza. Jardín de Cactus is well sign posted. Before visiting The Cactus Garden, you may well think that cacti are just spiky, boring and unattractive plants. However The Cactus Gardenis a plethera of diversity and beauty. More than 1400 different species of cacti from all over the world, are showcased at Jardín de Cactus.

Paved pathways lead you through the cactus labyrinth, where all plants are named and the country of origin stated. In a variety of colors, the desert flowers gleam like jewels in a competition. The cacti present themselves in the most bizarre shapes and forms, sometimes as flowers, that you’re tempted to smell, and sometimes as a chair, you feel like sitting on. Stroll through the beautifully laid out complex, past small lily ponds and streams that meander through the otherwise barren landscape.

Under the shade of a giant sail, enjoy the cafeteria, or climb up to the small windmill, which is definitely worth it – one has a wonderful view over the entire Cactus Garden, and also with a bit of luck you might experience the miller processing corn into flour.

In the summer month (July, August and September) it is recommended to visit Jardín de Cactus in the afternoon if you are going there as individual visitors. In the morning many touristic groups are visiting the Cactus Garden in Guatiza.

MON-SUN 10am-5:45pm

Carretera General del Norte, s/n, 35530 Guatiza, Las Palmas

 +34 928 52 93 97

 www.cactlanzarote.com

Monumento al Campesino and Museo del Campesino in Mozaga

Monumento al Campesino and Casa Museo del Campesino

The MONUMENTO AL CAMPESINO

Monumento al Campesinowas built by César Manrique in 1968. It is also called Monumento al la Fecundidad – “Monument of Fertility”.

The approximately 15 meter high sculpture, directly at the roundabout near Mozaga, is built from water tanks of former fishing boats.

Dedicated to the hard work of the farmers of the island of Lanzarote, this sculpture reminds César Manrique of the importance of water and seafaring for the Canary Islands.
A farmer with his dog and the traditional working animals donkey and dromedary are strongly abstracted here.

On the site next to it is the CASA – MUSEO DEL CAMPESINO – the Farmers’ Museum.

An estate restored by Manrique, which, like the Monumento al Campesino, is dedicated to the island’s farmers and their architecture.

Admission to the Museo del Campesino is free. Here you get to know traditional work as well as viticulture and handicrafts such as embroidery, basket weaving, leather processing and pottery on Lanzarote. There is also information on the island’s bodegas. Here you can also buy wines that you won’t find everywhere else.
In the courtyard there is a cosy café where breakfast, tapas and other small dishes are served.

Opening hours: daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

The CASA – MUSEO DEL CAMPESINO, for several years now, has also included a beautiful and spacious restaurant, which is built underground in a lava tunnel,
which is also suitable for larger events.

This is open from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Monumento al Campesino and Casa – Museo del Campesino are located in Mozaga, at a central roundabout, about 2 km outside of San Bartolome.

The little souvenir shop in the Museum sells tickets for official events of the Cabildo. E.g. for Concerts in Jameos del Agua.

Casa – Museo del Campesino

MON-SUN 10am-6pm

Admission free

Jameos del Agua

Jameos del Agua, Lanzarote

In 1968, César Manrique designed his first object: “Jameos del Agua”.

The “cave-in areas” belong to the same system of lava tunnel as “Cueva de los Verdes“, which was created by the eruption of Montaña Corona. The tunnel was formed when top lava flows were already cooled down and bottom lava flows went further. At two points in the tunnel collapse Manrique staged this natural beauty skillfully with plants, light and music. When Manrique returned from America in the end of the 60s this area was very dirty.
If you climb in the Jameo “Chico”, you will get into a restaurant with natural light, from where you will have great view over the subterranean salt lake. The toilets are very worth seeing! Tiny blind albino crabs are living in this lake although they normally only live in the deep sea, where there is no light. It is believed that the crabs came up due to a seaquake. Back on the surface you can reach the „Jameo Grande “, a magnificent pool area designed by Manrique. At the end of this artificial lagoon it goes underground again: you will get into the “Auditorio de los Jameos”; which is an underground concert hall for 500 people, where regular performances are held.

Do not get into the water. It is absolutely not allowed!

SUN-FRI 10am-6:30pm

SAT 10am-10pm