La Victoria de Acentejo Postal Codes: 38379 to 38389 | Norte de Tenerife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Islas Canarias

Key Facts

La Victoria de Acentejo is a municipality located in the Norte de Tenerife region of the Canary Islands, Spain. Situated on the northern coast of Tenerife, it lies approximately 20 kilometers northwest of the island's capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The municipality covers an area of about 18.36 square kilometers and has a population of around 9,000 residents. La Victoria de Acentejo is historically significant as the site of the Battle of Acentejo in 1494, where the Guanches, the indigenous people of the Canary Islands, achieved a major victory against Spanish conquistadors before ultimately being defeated the following year. The town's name commemorates this victory, with 'La Victoria' meaning 'the victory' in Spanish. The municipality is divided into several neighborhoods and settlements, including the main town center and surrounding areas. Its economy is primarily based on agriculture, particularly banana cultivation, along with some tourism due to its historical importance and scenic location. The town features traditional Canarian architecture and hosts annual festivals celebrating its heritage. For detailed postal code information and administrative subdivisions within La Victoria de Acentejo, visitors can access comprehensive resources through our platform.

Neighboring Regions

• La Matanza de Acentejo
• Santa Úrsula
• Candelaria
• El Sauzal