Bonfires, music, loudspeakers and approximately 70 attendees. The Tenerife Association of Friends of Nature (ATAN) has condemned via its social media platforms the hosting of a large party within the protected natural area of the cove in Adeje. Officials from this southern Tenerife council have confirmed that the alert was received on December 31, subsequently relaying the information to the Local Police and the Civil Guard.
” Three Civil Guard patrols were dispatched to the location, accompanied by three Local Police units, to monitor the situation and prevent potential disruptions to public order,” stated representatives from the Adeje Council. According to the municipality’s account, the gathering was organised on Diego Hernández Beach by a couple to “ celebrate a birthday,” attracting around 60 to 70 participants starting from five in the afternoon.
As noted on the Corporation’s website, this beach is a designated protected area, recognised for its scientific significance due to its endemic species and environmental richness.
Furthermore, it has been indicated that the Civil Guard took charge of the proceedings and documenting any potential infractions. ” The removal of improperly parked vehicles in the vicinity was carried out,” they added.
The organiser of the event acknowledged the situation this morning and stated in an Instagram comment that the next gathering would take place on a private farm rather than the beach. “This is best for everyone,” he mentioned. ” I host sober ecstatic dance events. There are no drugs or alcohol allowed. We come together to celebrate God through dance and connection for all ages,” the message reads. “I trust in God and will not dim my light,” the comment concludes.
The post has triggered a wave of outrage among the residents of the Canary Islands. In the comments, one can read: “ The middle to move ”, ” respect the natural environment of the Canary Islands. Stop destroying your homeland,” or ” Tenerife is not a theme park.”
On the other hand, ATAN has expressed criticism regarding the inadequate response from the relevant authorities, indicating they did ” nothing ”. ” How is Rosa Dávila managing the access control to natural spaces? ”, environmentalists query the president of the Cabildo de Tenerife. ” Will you resolve this issue with cameras alone, as was done in Teide? Are you going to restrict access while disregarding the fact that these individuals are tourists? ” they add.
