El Mojón: Ceramics, Chapel and Hiking

El Mojón can be understood through several specific themes: ceramics known across the island, the Ermita de San Sebastián and the Teguise–Guatiza hiking route. Traditional farming and livestock raising are also part of the character of the village.

Ceramics and “Los Novios de El Mojón”

The ceramics of El Mojón are known throughout the island of Lanzarote. Among the well-known figures in the ceramics tradition are “Los Novios de El Mojón.” The descendants of Doña Dorotea continue the craft to this day; there are some variations from the originals.

This theme therefore has two distinct aspects: the island-wide renown describes the reputation of the ceramics, while the figures and the continuation of the craft by Doña Dorotea’s descendants give it a specific connection to El Mojón. The variations also show that passing on a tradition is not the same as repeating it unchanged. For travelers interested in culture, this is a concrete distinction between the well-known ceramics and the ongoing craft tradition.

The Ermita de San Sebastián

The Ermita de San Sebastián is a small chapel with a single nave in El Mojón. Its façade features a portal with a stone semicircular arch, an oculus and a bell gable on the left; a sacristy is attached on the right.

These features describe different aspects of the building: “single nave” refers to a chapel with one nave, while the semicircular arch, oculus and bell gable are elements of the façade. The sacristy is a side extension to the building. The floor plan, façade and extension can therefore be considered as distinct aspects of the architecture.

The Ermita is listed with protection grade 1 in the catalog for the protection of Teguise’s architectural and monumental heritage. This catalog classification adds a separate aspect to the description: it indicates the grade of protection, while the architectural features describe the form of the chapel. For travelers interested in architecture, a specific architectural form and a separate protection classification can thus be considered side by side.

The difference between two cultural interests can be summed up simply: the Ermita represents a single building with specified architectural features; the ceramics represent figures and a craft tradition that continues to this day. You can therefore weigh architectural form and handicrafts as different interests for your stay.

Hiking and rural character

The Teguise–Guatiza hiking route passes through El Mojón. Unlike the ceramics and chapel, it is a hiking trail that goes through the village and can be a point of interest in its own right for travelers who want to include hiking in their plans. Check the latest trail information in advance if you would like to include the route in your travel plans.

Farming and livestock raising are also among the activities in El Mojón. Onions, potatoes and tomatoes have traditionally been grown here; livestock raising is another activity. The three crops make the farming aspect tangible, while livestock raising represents another form of local activity. This agricultural profile complements the ceramics tradition with another facet of the village’s character.

Discover more destinations: Teguise, Las Caletas, Tinajo, Máguez, Las Cabreras, Playa Quemada, Montaña Roja, San Bartolomé

For the broader travel overview: Lanzarote.