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Les desserts les plus traditionnels en Espagne, un par région

Chaque fois que nous voyageons dans un pays ou une région spécifique, l’une des choses que nous souhaitons le plus est de connaître en profondeur la gastronomie et les recettes les plus traditionnelles. Sans aucun doute, les desserts et les pâtisseries en général jouent un rôle fondamental dans les gastronomies de chaque lieu, étant celles-ci un résumé des traditions et des façons de connaître la cuisine espagnole.

Il est impossible de condenser toute l’histoire gastronomique des pâtisseries d’un pays en un seul article. Cependant, dans cette liste, nous avons essayé de vous montrer une pâtisserie traditionnelle pour chaque rágion afin de vous proposer un bref échantillon de toutes ces recettes qui ont été une identité clé dans la cuisine des régions où elles inondent les comptoirs et les vitrines.

Piononos de Grenade, Andalousie

Pionono traditionnel. | wikimedia

Nous avons commencé fort, car l’Andalousie est la plus grande communauté autonome d’Espagne. C’est pourquoi elle est remplie de pâtisseries traditionnelles dans tous les coins. Nombre d’entre elles sont des desserts à base d’huile d’olive, d’amandes et de saveurs traditionnelles telles que la cannelle, le citron et l’orange.

Dans ce cas, nous avons choisi les piononos de Grenade pour leur caractère unique et leur goût particulier. Bien que d’autres desserts traditionnels andalous comme les almojábanas (profiteroles au fromage) ou les mantecados aient conservé leur réputation pendant des siècles, les pionniers ont connu le succès dans la ville depuis leur création au XIXe siècle dans la ville de Santa Fe. Un dessert avec un goût prononcé de cannelle et une crème au jaune d’œuf qui rend fou.

Refollau d’Ayerbe, Aragon

Refollau d’Ayerbe. | ayerbe-huesca.blogspot.com

Dans le cas de l’Aragon, nous faisons référence à une recette ancienne et très traditionnelle, le refollau d’Ayerbe. C’est un gâteau simplement assaisonné d’huile et de sucre, à l’instar du pain à l’huile de Burgos. Ce dessert a une mie douce et savoureuse qui contraste avec la croûte dorée et attrayante. Un petit pain inconnu qui mérite d’être souligné et dont le nom vient des plis qui sont faits dans la pâte appelée follas=feuilles.

Carbayón, Asturies

Le carbayón, une pâtisserie typique des Asturies. | shutterstock

Ce dessert est particulièrement typique de la capitale des Asturies, Oviedo, car ses habitants sont connus sous le nom de carbayones, en mémoire du plus célèbre carbayón asturien ou chêne de la ville qui a presque 500 ans.

C’est un dessert créé au début du XXe siècle par José Gutiérrez pour donner à la capitale une pâtisserie propre. Il s’agit d’une pâte feuilletée remplie d’un délicieux mélange d’œuf, d’amande moulue et recouverte d’un sirop composé de jaune d’œuf, de citron, de sucre et de cannelle.

Polvito uruguayo, Îles Canaries

Polvito uruguayo. | shutterstock

Le polvito uruguayo est un dessert très intéressant typique de l’île de Grande Canarie, étant aujourd’hui l’une des plus célèbres de toutes les îles. Son origine n’est pas entièrement uruguayenne, puisqu’il a été inventé par Susana Elisa Lanús Berrutti dans son restaurant El Novillo Precoz dans la ville de Las Palmas. D’origine uruguayenne, Susana a essayé de préparer le fameux chajá, l’un des plus typiques de l’Uruguay, au milieu des années 80. Cependant, et ne se souvenant pas bien de la recette, elle mélangea comme elle le pouvait la crème fouettée, la confiture de lait, les biscuits et les meringues, ce qui donna le fameux dessert que nous connaissons aujourd’hui : un délice qui ne convient qu’à ceux qui ont la dent sucrée !

Ensaimada, Îles Baléares

Ensaimada remplie de sobrasada. | shutterstock

L’ensaimada de Majorque est un petit pain sucré, fermenté et cuit au four, fabriqué avec de la farine forte, de l’eau, du sucre, des œufs, de la levure et du beurre. En fait, son nom signifie pâte “au saindoux”, car “saïm” en majorquin signifie lard. Cette viennoiserie peut être consommée seule ou remplie de différents produits tels que la soubressade, la crème pâtissière, la crème brûlée, les cheveux d’ange ou le chocolat.

L’ensaimada majorquine est une viennoiserie traditionnelle de l’île et de l’archipel, car elle est fabriquée et consommée sans interruption depuis des siècles. Les premières références écrites à cette recette remontent au XVIIe siècle, lorsque les ensaimadas étaient fabriquées pour les fêtes et les célébrations. Un produit IGP qui surprend tous ceux qui viennent dans les îles !

Sobaos, Cantabrie

Sobaos traditionnels de Cantabrie. | shutterstock

La Cantabrie se distingue par son excellente cuisine, où se mêlent la mer et la montagne. Le sobao est né dans les vallées de Pasiego, avec leurs microclimats doux et chauds, où se trouve une grande ferme d’élevage qui produit un lait de très bonne qualité, et le beurre qui en est dérivé est l’un des principaux ingrédients du sobao. L’indication géographique protégée Sobao Pasiego se concentre sur la zone connue sous le nom de Pas, située au centre de la région cantabrique. Un dessert simple mais délicieux !

Fleurs frites de Ciudad Real, Castilla-La Manche

Les traditionnelles fleurs frites de La Manche. |shutterstock

Les fleurs frites sont très traditionnelles dans la province manchega de Ciudad Real, où ce dessert en forme de croix de Calatrava est préparé avec un moule spécifique qui lui donne sa forme curieuse et attrayante. Il s’agit d’une préparation simple à base d’une pâte frite qui peut ensuite être recouverte de sucre, de cannelle ou même de miel ou de chocolat. Aujourd’hui, on les trouve dans de nombreuses villes espagnoles, même dans les plus anciennes churrerias de Madrid.

Gâteau de San Marcos, Castille-et León

Gâteau de San Marcos de León. | shutterstock

Le gâteau de San Marcos est, sans aucun doute, l’un des plus traditionnels d’Espagne. Son histoire remonte au XIIe siècle, lorsque la dauphine Sancha Raimúndez de León a visité le Couvent de San Marcos, l’un des joyaux architecturaux de la ville de León pour son utilisation frappante du style plateresque.

Ce gâteau a été créé en hommage à la dauphine pour ses contributions qui ont permis la construction du temple, qui était à l’origine dédié aux “pauvres du Christ”, tous ces pèlerins qui parcouraient le Chemin Français de Compostelle et qui décidaient de se reposer à León. Un gâteau plein de saveurs traditionnelles telles que les amandes et la crème pâtissière.

Crème catalane, Catalogne

La délicieuse crème catalane. | shutterstock

La crème catalane est une délicieuse crème au goût de citron et de cannelle, typique de la communauté autonome de Catalogne. Une crème caramélisée qui ne laisse personne indifférente en raison de sa texture douce et légère. Un dessert qui ne manque jamais dans la région et qui est devenu l’un des plus traditionnels de toute l’Espagne.

Bartolillos, Communauté de Madrid

Bartolillos madrilènes. | wikimedia

Malgré le fait que Madrid soit une ville pleine de traditions provenant de nombreuses autres régions en raison de son statut de grande capitale, certaines vieilles recettes persistent et sont profondément ancrées dans la tradition madrilène. Le bartolillo est l’un des desserts les plus connus au passé et les plus oubliés de nos jours. Une petite pâte frite remplie d’une délicieuse crème pâtissière qui peut être parfumée au citron, à la cannelle ou à la vanille. Un dessert qui, présenté avec du sucre glace sur le dessus, ne nous fait pas douter de son ancienneté.

Pastissets de citrouille, Communauté de Valence

Pastissets de citrouilles d’Alicante. | shutterstock

Les pastissets de patate douce sont parmi les desserts les plus typiques de toute la gastronomie de la Communauté de Valence. Aussi appelés Pastissos de Nadal à Valence et Castellón car ils sont traditionnels pour Noël, sont également préparés dans toute la région pour toutes les célébrations dans lesquelles la tradition et la culture sont présentes. C’est pourquoi les pastissets à la patate douce ne manquent pas à Pâques ou à la Toussaint.

Perrunillas, Estrémadure

Perrunillas traditionnelles d’Estrémadure. | wikimedia

Les perrunillas font partie de ces desserts qui nous ont fidèlement accompagnés tout au long de notre histoire. Appelées aussi perronillas ou perrunillos, ces pâtisseries traditionnelles sont présentes dans presque toute notre géographie, bien qu’elles aient leur centre de diffusion en Estrémadure. Un dessert de couvent que beaucoup d’entre nous achètent lorsque nous visitons les monastères où les religieuses préparent des sucreries telles que des mantecados, des jaunes d’œufs sucrés de Sainte-Thérèse, des madeleines ou des rosquillas, selon la région.

Gâteau de Saint-Jacques, Galice

Le délicieux gâteau de Saint-Jacques aux amandes. | shutterstock

Le gâteau de Saint-Jacques est l’un des desserts les plus traditionnels du pays et le plus célèbre de Galice. Un simple gâteau à base d’amandes dont les origines remontent au XVIe siècle lorsque cette préparation est devenue un produit de luxe pour les plus puissants. Aujourd’hui, cependant, c’est une recette que vous pouvez tous imiter chez vous ou goûter dans certaines des pâtisseries les plus traditionnelles de la belle région galicienne. Cependant, dans la véritable recette du gâteau de Santiago, il n’y a pas de farine dedans !

Canutillos à la crème pâtissière, Navarre

Canutillos à la crème pâtissière. | shutterstock

Ces canutillos  à la crème psont très typiques de la zone nord de la Navarre, bien qu’ils soient présents dans toute la région. Une recette dans laquelle la pâte feuilletée et la crème pâtissière maison sont un mariage indissoluble, formant ainsi un ensemble qui met l’eau à la bouche. Ce qui est curieux dans cette recette, c’est que la pâte feuilletée utilisée n’est pas la pâte française typique, mais une pâte de type brisée à base de saindoux ou de beurre, selon la région de Navarre où nous nous trouvons.

Panchineta, Pays Basque espagnol

Panchineta avec confiture de fruits rouges. | shutterstock

La panchineta ou pantxineta est l’un des desserts les plus représentatifs du Pays Basque, créé en 1915 dans la boulangerie Casa Otaegui. Un gâteau qui est devenu un classique dans la ville de Saint-Sébastien avec de nombreux adeptes. C’est une pâte feuilletée aux amandes, à la crème pâtissière et à la confiture, très facile et rapide à préparer, qui ravira les amateurs des desserts.

Poires au vin rouge, La Rioja

Poires au vin rouge. | shutterstock

Comme pour les bartolillos madrilènes, l’oubli a tenté de faire disparaître les poires au vin rouge typiques de La Rioja. Recette traditionnelle de la golmajería de La Rioja (comme on y appelle les pâtisseries), ces poires, lentement bouillies dans du vin et aromatisées avec de la cannelle, ont un goût surprenant qui ne laisse personne indifférent. Et encore plus si vous utilisez les poires Rincón de Soto avec AOP, une variété célèbre pour sa pulpe savoureuse et ferme qui peut supporter la cuisson nécessaire pour obtenir ce dessert.

Paparajotes, Région de Murcie

Paparajotes avec des feuilles de citronnier. | shutterstock

Pour clore notre liste des desserts les plus traditionnels de chaque communauté, nous vous présentons les paparajotes typiques de la région de Murcie. Né comme un dessert simple et humble, dans la recette prend une grande importance la feuille de citronnier, la base sur laquelle une pâte légère est frite avec des œufs, de la farine et du lait. Cette recette fait sans aucun doute partie du jardin potager de Murcie, l’un des plus fertiles et des plus abondants de toute l’Espagne. Ce dessert est facile à préparer et vous surprendra sans aucun doute, à condition de pouvoir obtenir des feuilles de citronnier.

Crème Catalane : recette de dessert espagnol facile

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La crème catalane est l’un des plats les plus connus de la cuisine de la province de Catalogne, et l’un des desserts espagnols les plus connus.  

Il faut dire que la Catalogne, ce dessert est seulement appelé « crème ». Cela semble logique, non ?

A l’origine, la crème catalane était typique de la fête de Saint Joseph, le 19 mars. Il existe depuis le Moyen Age, au moins.

Comment faire de la crème catalane, un dessert espagnol facile

Les ingrédients principaux de cette recette de cuisine sont
les jaunes d’œufs, du lait et du sucre. Ce dernier sera utilisé afin de créer
une couche doré sur la « crème ». C’est grâce à cette couche que ce
dessert prend sa couleur caractéristique.  

La cannelle, le citron et la farine complètent la liste d’ingrédients pour cuisiner ce dessert espagnol. Concernant la préparation, vous verrez qu’il s’agit d’une recette de cuisine très facile. De fait, ce dessert est un peu plus facile à faire, par rapport à son cousin français : la crème brûlée.

Recette d’un dessert espagnol facile : la crème catalane

Recette de la crème catalane (dessert espagnol facile)

Avec cette recette de crème catalane légère, vous apprendrez comment faire ce dessert espagnol dans très peu de temps. Vous obtiendrez un dessert parfait et délicieux, grâce à cette recette de cuisine facile, expliquée pas à pas.

Recette Dessert

Cuisine Espagnole

Keyword crème catalane

Temps de préparation 20 minutes

Temps de cuisson 25 minutes

Temps total 45 minutes

Portions 2

Calories 280 kcal

Auteur Lola Alfonzo

Ingrédients

• 8 œufs nous utiliserons seulement les jaunes
• 1 litre de lait liquide
• Le zeste d’un citron
• 200 grammes de sucre blanc
• 30 grammes de maïzena o fécule de maïs
• 1 bâton de cannelle
• Du sucre supplémentaire pour couvrir chaque pot de crème

Comment faire de la crème catalane ?

1. – Pour commencer, il faut séparer les jaunes d’œufs des blancs d’œufs. Nous allons conserver seulement les jaunes, tandis que les blancs pourront être utilisées pour cuisiner un autre plat (mais il faut les consommer rapidement).

2. – Puis, nous allons laisser le citron pour son utilisation. Avec un éplucheur, il faut enlever l’écorce, idéalement dans une pièce. Si vous n’avez pas d’éplucheur, vous pouvez plutôt râper le zeste. Conservez le reste du citron pour une autre préparation (mais, conservez-le au réfrigérateur).

3. – Ensuite, dans un bol, mélangez les jaunes d’œufs avec le sucre jusqu’à l’obtention d’une pâte homogène.

4. – Dans une casserole, faites chauffer le lait et ajoutez le zeste de citron avec le bâton de cannelle. Cependant, n’utilisez pas tout le lait. Il faut réserver un petit peu dans une tasse.

5. – Faites chauffer le lait jusqu’à ébullition, avec le feu à température moyenne, pour vous assurer que le liquide ne brûle pas et ne colle pas à la surface de la casserole.

6. – En même temps, utilisez le lait que vous avez mis de côté dans la tasse, afin de diluer la fécule de maïs. Ceci, dans le but d’éviter la formation de grumeaux dans la préparation. Une fois cette étape terminée, ajoutez le mélange au reste du lait.

7. – Après l’ébullition du lait, retirez-le du feu et enlevez le zeste du citron (si vous l’avez utilisé entier), de même que la cannelle.

8. – Ensuite, mélangez le lait avec la pâte d’œufs et sucre.

9. – Une fois tous les ingrédients bien intégrés, chauffez-les dans la casserole, à basse température, jusqu’à obtenir une consistance crémeuse. Remuez sans vous arrêter, à l’aide d’une spatule en bois, afin d’épaissir la préparation.

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10. – Après avoir obtenu la consistance crémeuse souhaitée, retirez le mélange du feu. Distribuez-le dans des récipients individuels (l’idéal c’est d’utiliser les petits récipients traditionnels en argile). Pourtant, vous avez le choix d’utiliser un seul grand récipient, et de couper chaque portion de crème catalane.

11. – Laissez refroidir votre dessert à température ambiante, avant de l’amener au réfrigérateur. Ensuite, laissez-le refroidir pendant quelques heures, avant le servir.

Ajout de la couche sucrée à la crème catalane typique

Lorsque vous allez servir la crème catalane, couvrez chaque récipient avec une bonne couche de sucre et passez du feu rapidement sur ce dernier ingrédient, à l’aide d’un chalumeau. Ceci, afin d’obtenir une couche de sucre caramélisée ou « brûlée». Cela donnera la couleur dorée caractéristique de la surface de ce dessert espagnol typique.

Astuces pour la préparation de ce dessert espagnol

• Privilégiez un citron bio ou maison, pour l’utiliser dans cette recette. Ceci, car il vaut mieux vous épargner les pesticides et autres chimiques présentes sur la peau d’un citron commercial commun.
• Si vous souhaitez parfumer votre crème catalane autrement, mais sans vous éloigner de la recette traditionnelle, utiliser un zeste d’orange au lieu d’un zeste de citron.
• Lorsque vous préparez les récipients de crème catalane afin de les faire refroidir, couvrez-les d’un film plastique. Ceci afin d’éviter la perte d’humidité.
• Si vous n’avez pas de chalumeau de cuisine à la maison, vous pouvez utiliser cette astuce, afin de caraméliser ce dessert espagnol. Prenez une spatule métallique de cuisine et chauffez-la rapidement sur le feu. Tout de suite, passez-la sur la couche de sucre, pour faire dorer cet ingrédient.  

Différences entre la
crème catalane et la crème brûlée

Certaines personnes pensent que la crème catalane et la crème brûlée sont le même dessert. Cependant, vous trouverez certaines différences :

• D’habitude, que la crème catalane utilise du lait liquide, tandis que la crème brûlée utilise de la crème (au moins partiellement). C’est pourquoi vous n’aurez pas besoin d’ajouter de la fécule de maïs, farine de maïs ou maïzena, lorsque vous préparez une crème brûlée.
• La différence la plus importante est la méthode de cuisson : la crème brulée utilise la cuisson à bain-marie, tandis que la crème catalane est cuite dans une casserole, directement sur le feu.  

Toutefois, étant donné la proximité géographique entre la Catalogne et la France, il pourrait exister une histoire d’origine commune pour ces deux desserts; même si l’un est français et l’autre est espagnol.

Plus de recettes de
desserts faciles 

Si vous aimez les recettes de dessert, nous avons plus d’idées à vous recommander :

• Mousse au chocolat : essayez cette recette facile pour obtenir une mousse délicieuse, économique et crémeuse.
• Mousse au chocolat blanc : une autre manière de préparer un dessert rapide, très facile et avec très peu d’ingrédients.
• Verrine facile de mousse à la fraise : essayez cette petite recette pour obtenir un dessert si goûteux que joli. Il s’agit d’un plat léger et rafraîchissant.
• De la crème de marrons maison, très facile et délicieuse.
• Cette recette de pudding au pain de grand-mère.
• De la crème pâtissière inratable, avec une recette facile, rapide et expliquée pas à pas.

Si vous avez aimé cette recette de cuisine facile, pensez à
la partager sur vos réseaux sociaux.

Bon appétit et mangez plus de crème catalane.

MangezPlus – 2019

gâteau espagnol aux amandes et agrumes

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Retrouvez ma recette de tarta de Santiago, un gâteau espagnol aux amandes et agrumes. Pour célébrer la fête nationale de l’Espagne qui a lieu le 12 octobre, je vous propose de goûter à cette recette traditionnelle de Galice que les pèlerins de Compostelle ont fait connaître au fil des ans. Léger, moelleux et délicatement aromatisé à l’orange grâce aux zestes, il se dégustera avec un vin blanc moelleux ou une bonne boisson chaude, à tout moment de la journée !

Ingrédients

/ pour 4 personnes

• 125 g d’amandes en poudre
• 115 g de sucre blond complet
• Une pincée de sel fin
• 1 cuillerée à café de cannelle moulue
• Le zeste d’une orange bio ou non traitée (ou autre agrume)
• 3 œufs

Réalisation

• Difficulté
• Préparation
• Cuisson
• Temps Total

• Facile
• 10 mn
• 30 mn
• 40 mn

Ajouter à mon carnet

Préparation

1. 1
   Dans un saladier, mélangez tous les ingrédients sauf les oeufs avec une spatule (ou une cuillère en bois).
2. 2
   Ajoutez les oeufs et mélangez toujours avec la spatule jusqu’à avoir un appareil homogène.
3. 3
   Graissez (ou chemisez) un moule rond de 17 cm de diamètre (j’ai utilisé un moule à charnière et tapissé le fond de papier cuisson, très pratique). Adaptez la taille du moule selon vos besoins.
4. 4
   Versez l’appareil dans le moule et enfournez dans un four préchauffé, à 175°C pendant 30 minutes : le dessus doit être bien doré.
5. 5
   Laissez refroidir avant de démouler : soyez patients, au risque de casser votre gâteau. Posez-le sur une grille et apposez la croix de Saint Jacques que vous aurez soigneusement découpée, au centre, et saupoudrez de sucre glace. Vous trouverez bon nombre de dessins de cette croix sur Internet afin de l’imprimer, il ne vous reste plus qu’à ajuster sa taille en fonction de celle de votre gâteau, j’ai réduit la mienne à 13 cm de haut.

6. Pour finir

   Dégustez tel quel ou avec une boisson chaude ou encore un verre de vin blanc moelleux, à consommer avec modération.

Due to their origin in the small town of Santa Fe, these Spanish cakes are better known simply as “Peonos”. If you are in Granada, don’t miss this delicious treat made from slices of cake rolled and topped with creme brulee . It is also soaked and sprinkled with cinnamon for decoration. This delicacy is recommended to be consumed in 2 bites.

It is said that the recipe for its preparation comes from the Arabic tradition of Granada, although the origin of the name is connected with the Pope. In 1897, a pastry chef from Santa Fe who was very devoted to Virgen de las Angustias, the patron saint of Granada, wanted to pay homage to the Pope proclaiming the dogma of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, and that was Pope Pius IX, or “Pio Nono”.

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Goshua from Alava

Goshua is often served with ice cream at Zurracapote90/flickr.com/photos goxua” means “sweet” or “rich” in Basque, so don’t be surprised by the taste of this dessert from the Basque Country: mild and very showy in its presentation, typical of Alava.

Dessert consists of three different layers: base of whipped cream, a layer of biscuit and another layer of custard, caramelized with a blowtorch. You can see its resemblance to Catalan cream, and in fact its creator admits to being inspired by this traditional Catalan dessert. We recommend taking with a spoon and trying 3 layers at once.

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Fardelejo from Rioja

Fardelejo with almond cream / Wikimedia commons

This sweet of Arabic origin consists of fried, very thin puff pastry stuffed with marzipan, which is lighter than traditional marzipan as it is made from ground almonds.

The most famous fardelejos are from Arnedo, a village in La Rioja, where they were produced over a thousand years ago. Although in many places they are eaten only at Christmas, in Arnedo they can be found all year round. Now you know that when you visit the La Rioja region, you should return with more than just wine in your suitcase.

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Frizuelo from Asturias, Leon and Cantabria

Cinnamon Flavored Frizuelo /photosr.com /silverman68

Along with casadiella , frisuelo is the most famous sweet in Asturias, also common in other northwestern regions of León and Cantabria. It is a type of wafer (a very thin layer of flour, water and sugar) that is made from different types of flour: wheat, corn, rye, etc., depending on the type of grain grown in each area. It’s a typical dessert at the Antroxus carnival in Asturias, very similar to the Galician fillets or French pancakes, but with its own style and personality.

It can be eaten as dessert, snack or breakfast, and can be filled with anything, although the most typical fillings are chocolate cream, ice cream, cream and so on.

Naturism on Lanzarote and Fuerteventura

We had never really considered the Canary Islands as a decent naturist destination. Especially because, if you look at the map of naturist resorts, there don’t seem to be all that many. If a region that has decent naturist weather pretty much year-round does not have an abundance of naturist opportunities, there’s probably something wrong. This was our easy conclusion. As many times before, our simple logic would prove to be quite unreliable. Something we would soon find out.

Our Canary camping trip

We were traveling on the Spanish Mediterranean coast for the second winter in a row, visiting one naturist destination after the other. As fun as this is, we felt like our travels could use a bit of spicing up. It was time for something new. Something different. Influenced by the many “van life” youtube channels that we are following, renting a van would be an excellent next step in our travels. It would add another dimension and could bring us to places that we might not be able to visit when we relied on buses and trains.

The initial plan was to rent a van in Malaga and spend a month traveling around Andalucia. Visit the many nude beaches, awe at the historical cities, and eat the delicious seafood. The plan was as good as fixed and we had almost signed a rental contract when we stumbled upon an issue. It was still winter, and although the temperatures during the day were quite agreeable, at night time they tended to drop and there was quite some chance that we would be spending most evenings under a thick blanket inside our van after 6 PM or so.

That was not how we imagined our first van experience. We started looking for alternatives, and that’s when our eyes fell on the Canary islands. They definitely have the best wintertime weather in all of Europe, even in the mornings and evenings, and there were options to rent a van. Just like that, our plan had changed.

An itinerary full of tips

As there was quite a lot to arrange, we didn’t really take the time to research a lot. We roughly had enough time to explore Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, and would just figure things out once we were traveling around. In the end, we would be traveling in a van, so we could easily move around and stay wherever we wanted to stay.

Then something interesting happened. When we posted on Instagram that we would be going to the Canary Islands, we were overflown with tips. Apparently, many of our followers had already spent some time without clothes on the islands and were very happy to share all their favorite places. This quickly became our number one resource of information for the next weeks. We would just post where we currently were and minutes later we would hear about the best places to visit. And today, we are going to share that information with you as well.

Because of some organizational issues (you can hear everything about that in our first video about the islands), we went to Lanzarote first, then to Fuerteventura, and then back to Lanzarote. For the sake of convenience, we will just list our favorite places per island instead of in chronological order.

Nude beaches in Lanzarote

✅ Famara beach: This long sandy beach is very popular among surfers. When we got there, we could easily understand why. The winds almost blew us out of our clothes immediately. In fact, it was a bit too cold to get naked for us, but we imagine that on days with less wind it’s an excellent nude beach. The surfers don’t care about your nudity, but if you don’t feel comfortable, just walk towards the ends for lots of empty space.

✅ Playa de Janubio: This is one of the black sand beaches of Lanzarote and lies right in between a salt grove and the ocean. It’s not the most beautiful beach, but the views are spectacular and it rarely gets crowded.

✅ Papagayo beaches: These are the most popular nude beaches on the island. It’s a national park (entrance fee = 3 euros) that consists of 5 main beaches and a number of small coves. Nudity is very common on all beaches except for the one that’s actually called Playa Papagayo. Because of the beach bars, this beach attracts the most textile visitors.

✅ Playa de las Conchas: This beach is not on Lanzarote island but on the smaller La Graciosa island in the north. Getting there requires quite some effort, but you’ll be rewarded with a beach that looks as if it was stolen from the Caribbean.

Nude beaches in Fuerteventura

✅ El Cotillo: Located in the very north of Fuerteventura, El Cotillo was our first destination on the island. The nude beaches are located north of El Cotillo town, close to the lighthouse. You’ll find several shallow coves and lots of naturists.

✅ Playa Esmeralda: This beach probably surprised us the most, due to its proximity to many all-inclusive hotels. This is just not the kind of place where one would expect a nude beach. Yet, it was always very crowded with naturists and one of the most popular nude beaches we’ve found on the islands. During low tide, you can just walk naked endlessly towards Playa de Sotavento.

✅ Playa Cofete: This is our favorite nude beach on the islands and one of the most beautiful beaches we’ve ever seen. Getting there takes a lot of time (20 kilometers on a dirt road), but what you’re rewarded with is an 8-kilometer long pristine beach that will just blow your mind.

Charco del Palo

When we traveled from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura, we got a lot of concerned messages. YOU FORGOT TO GO TO CHARCO DEL PALO! But we hadn’t forgotten. We mentioned earlier that there are not many naturist resorts on the Canary Islands, but Charco del Palo is definitely an iconic place and one that we did not want to miss. We had just kept it for the last part of our trip.

Charco del Palo is one of the few real naturist villages in the world, in the sense that it’s an actual village and that you are allowed to be naked everywhere in town. As there aren’t really decent camping spots, we figured that this was the perfect opportunity to get an apartment for a couple of days and enjoy reliable wifi and hot showers. And soak up the experience of staying in a town where clothes are nothing but an option, of course.

For more info about Charco del Palo, read our complete review here.

Naturism on the Canary islands

The beaches we’ve listed in this blog post are just the ones that are known to be visited by naturists. But we’ve camped on several other beaches on the islands and spent a lot of time naked around our van without receiving even the smallest frown. This made us conclude that naturism is very accepted in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.

But if these islands are so naturist friendly, then why aren’t there more naturist resorts? This question got stuck in our heads and we still don’t have all the answers. One reason we see is that many naturists save up their vacation days for the summer. During July and August, very strong winds are common on the Canary Islands, which actually makes them less agreeable than many other naturist destinations on the European mainland. The Canary Islands are mostly for winter travelers, and these are fewer than summer travelers.

Another reason must be that there are so many public places to enjoy in the nude, that there isn’t really a need for many private options as well. We had no idea how naturist-friendly the Canaries really are, so we’ll definitely go back one day to explore the other islands. And we’ll probably do so with a van again.

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Top nudist beaches in the Canary Islands

We’ve put together a list of beaches where you can go as naked as Adam and Eve, like Olympic gods in true Greek style. Get in touch with your inner and outer self, meditate, and fill up on energy from the sun.

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We’re always saying that the eight Canary Islands have a choice of beaches to suit all tastes, and it’s absolutely true. Today we’re going to tell you about beaches where you can do nudism.

What is it about nudism that makes it so appealing? It’s said to be really beneficial for our physical, social, psychological and sexual health. That makes it very attractive already! It also boosts self-esteem, lifts your spirits, breaks down social barriers, offers new experiences for the senses, brings you closer to nature and does away with tanning lines. Just imagine having an all over tan!

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But what makes the Canary Islands the perfect destination for nudism?

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The warm climate has a lot to do with it: we have the best average temperature in winter. The summers are pleasant and the water’s refreshing, while the winters are mild. Just think of it as an eternal spring that will stir your blood, in a place where most days are filled with sunshine and blue skies. You don’t need to worry about flinging off your swimsuit in December, because you know you’ll fit right in. 

Another reason is that in Spain, two million locals and foreigners enjoy a spot of nudism… although the percentage is higher in the Canaries, like our average temperature. We also have long, beautiful beaches set aside for nudism. The Canary Islands are actually one of the few Spanish regions with minimal regulation of nudism at its beaches. As if that was necessary! 

Tolerance and naturalness are part of our values as a destination: respect for everyone who loves their body, whatever shape or size it is. We know that the important thing is to be ourselves and let go of our hangups. Some will have more to show than others, but c’est la vie!

You’ll have no trouble finding a good beach where you can get your kit off. You’ll be in good company, because many nudist fans are LGBTQ.

To top it all off, did you know that the Canary Islands have 400 beaches and 175 of them are nudist?

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Here are the top nudist beaches in the Canary Islands. Take note!

Playa de Cofete (Fuerteventura)

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The list of nudist beaches is very long, but we really had to start with Cofete, one of Fuerteventura’s endless white sand beaches. 

Stretching for 14 km and with a width of 50 m, it’s Spain’s largest nudist beach. The lack of services for tourists is a plus, because it makes this almost untouched beach a paradise with few people and an authenticity that’s hard to beat.

The freedom of going naked on an endless stretch of sand in a gorgeous setting, away from it all, will make your stomach flutter with peace and wellbeing. Most of Fuerteventura’s beaches are nudist or have an area set aside for nudism.

Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas (Gran Canaria)

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Maspalomas is our LGBTQ nudist beach par excellence. The nudist area itself starts after Playa del Inglés. 

This blue flag beach comes with the works: sunbed and umbrella hire, toilets, life guards and snack bars. Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas are beautiful beaches, and they’re right next to each other. It’s a natural five-star LGBTQ-exclusive experience! 

To get to Maspalomas, you have to walk down the beach a couple of kilometres. Beach bar number 7 is in the LGBTQ area. When you look around, all you see is the sea and the sand dunes, so it’s a full-on experience of nature and privacy. The surroundings will put you in the mood!

It’s clearly a much “hotter” beach than the one one before. If it’s what you’re looking for, you’ll find the right scene, great company and a good beer. It’s hard to think of a better place to slip off your swimsuit and dive into the water

Charco del Palo (Lanzarote)

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Lanzarote, the island of volcanoes, has nudist spots to suit all tastes. The most special of all is the natural pool of Charco del Palo. It’s actually a nudist village, where going naked is the norm. A huge sign at the entrance makes that very clear, so visitors know what to expect.

In a tradition going back more than 30 years, locals and visitors spend the day in the nude at this tourist spot. They even do their shopping with no clothes on! If you’re a regular at nudist beaches, this could be your chance to try new sensations. 

The gorgeous natural pool has crystal-clear water and opens out to the sea, like an infinity pool. Think of all the photos you could take while you lie on the rocks, as naked as the day you were born.

We can’t leave Lanzarote without mentioning Famara, probably the island’s most beautiful beach.

It’s part of a protected natural area and stretches for more than 6 km, making it another place to enjoy privacy, nature and diversity. In this magic setting you can take long walks or even try out your disco moves, without the stomping or the pouting, but with masses of freedom.

Playa de Las Conchas (La Graciosa)

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The island of La Graciosa is a natural haven in itself, with several pristine beaches. Playa de las Conchas is one of the island’s best-known beaches and is also a nudist spot. It’s 600 metres long, so it has plenty of space where you can completely switch off and enjoy the crystal-clear water and golden sand.

The remoteness and beauty of Las Conchas make it one of the best places for nudism in the Canaries.

Playa de Las Gaviotas (Tenerife)

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If you take a look at Spain’s highest mountain standing watch over the beaches on the island of Tenerife as you strip off, you’ll be reminded that whether we have a little or a lot to hide, nothing can outsize Mount Teide. No comparison!

Las Gaviotas is a legendary nudist area on Tenerife, as well as a symbol of freedom and being in touch with nature. It’s a small, quiet spot with hardly any services.

This untouched beach has fine black sand and rocks. The cliff blocks the sunlight in the afternoon, so it’s best to arrive early if you plan to spend the day here. For the best experience, you should go at low tide.
 

Playa del Verodal (El Hierro)

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The western islands are less populated but, surprisingly, they have fewer nudist beaches.

El Hierro has just two nudist beaches, and one of them is Playa del Verodal. The wonderful thing about this beach is that it’s the only accessible red sand beach in the Canary Islands.

The colour of the red sand comes from the volcanic material found in a rift that ends at the beach. That gives you an idea of how recent and untouched this part of the island is. El Hierro is the most volcanic island in the Canaries and has more than 300 open calderas, plus 500 closed ones.

El Verodal is in the borough of Frontera, away from it all, on a very quiet island. No one will bother you while you enjoy going naked in private.

Playa de Los Tarajales (La Palma)

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In 2014 Los Tarajales became the only beach on the island of La Palma where you can bare it all, after the beach in Las Monjas was closed. It’s the most recent nudist beach in the Canaries.

Los Tarajales is 760 m long and 90 m wide, creating a fairly large area from the shore to the end of the beach.

The change of status for this bay of sand and rocks was welcomed by locals, tourists and the nudist LGBTQ community.

Playa del Inglés (La Gomera)

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Playa del Inglés is a spot that shares both the name and the beauty of its well-known namesake on Gran Canaria. This natural site is in Valle Gran Rey, on the island of La Gomera. Unlike other beaches in the Canaries, it has a history of nudism: in the 1970s, it was a popular hippy hangout.

It’s also different from other untouched nudist beaches in the Islands because it’s handy to apartments, restaurants, entertainment places and other services. But the volcanic sand, the mountains and the endless ocean provide the perfect mix.

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You’ll leave the paradise of the Canary Islands with your batteries recharged, full of wonderful sensations and free of stress. And as we’ve said before, once you’ve tried the Canaries, you’re bound to return!

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Fuerteventura Naturist Beaches

Fuerteventura Naturist Beaches a care-free and enjoyable experience away from the stresses and strains of everyday life. The feeling of warm sunshine wind or sea-spray on your body and enjoying this with like-minded people no matter what their background

Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura is on the same latitude as Florida and Cairo.

It lies 60 miles off the African coast and has a barren, desert type landscape.

Cloudy days are common in winter, but rainfall is extremely low and will be short, sharp showers rather than prolonged periods.

The island is situated in the northeast trade winds and there is a fairly strong NE wind blowing for much of the time. This is stronger in summer than in winter.

The wind tends to be stronger in the northeast of the island than anywhere else. On the beaches you will see low walls of black volcanic rock which have been built up as windbreaks, which are very effective.

It is possible to get occasional days of flat calm when the temperature gets really high.

Year round sunbathing is possible with temperatures in the high teens/ low twenties centigrade in winter (as I write its 20 degrees at 5.30 in the evening) and rarely more than around 28 degrees in summer, due to the cooling wind.

The sun is very strong even in winter, and its quite easy to overdo the sunburn if you are in a sheltered spot.

Corralejo

This is situated about 30 minutes drive from the airport on the northern tip of the island.

On the southern edge of the town is the Dunas de Corralejo
National Park – several miles of huge sand dunes along the coast and through which the main road passes.

clothes free is okay anywhere along here except in the immediate vicinity of the two huge, ugly hotels built in the middle of the beach.

South of the hotels there is almost 100% clothes free except for one small cove right beside the road, north of them and right up to the building line of Corralejo its more like 50%.
This is one of the main resorts used by British package tour companies.

It’s grown enormously over the last few years and is now a characterless, concrete town filled with apartment blocks and a small number of hotels.

However, I’ve not come across any bad accommodation there and to compensate there are plenty of good restaurants.

Most accommodation has its own swimming pool, so the body-guilt ridden brits tend to stay around the pool whilst we few enlightened ones, and the many Germans/Dutch/Austrians head for the beach.

As a rough guide, anyone staying in the town centre area will have a 30 – 40 minute brisk walk to the beach, with less walking the further south you are based. There is also a mini tram which goes from the town centre right down to the edge of the built up area near the dunes.

Dunas de Corralejo. Parque Natural de Corralejo, Fuerteventura.

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El Cotillo

20 minutes drive from Corralejo across to the NW corner of the island is El Cotillo, a small fishing village.

There are half a dozen very small apartment blocks here, some in the village and some to the north.

There are beaches to the south of the village, under low cliffs, and better ones to the north in a series of small coves.

The last apartment block you come to up here is El Caleton.

This is right on the beach, and depending on the frame of mind of your fellow guests its possible to be textile free all the time.

I’m told its the same at Maravilla Apartments, which are a bit closer to the village.

There are half a dozen average restaurants here. This is a really good location for an away from it all break.

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Fuerteventura Naturist Beaches

Beach: AlzadaLength: 840mWidth: 30mSand: Golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: Rosadero (Known as El Burro)Length: 450mWidth: 60mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: El MoroLength: 560mWidth: 45mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Strong

Beach: El DormideroLength: 440mWidth: 30mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: Los MatosLength: 900mWidth: 75mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: Larga (Known as Playa de Oliva)Length: 800mWidth: 55mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: El Bajo NegroLength: 500mWidth: 45mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: El CaseronLength: 300mWidth: 45mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: El ViejoLength: 1,000mWidth: 50mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: El PozoLength: 450mWidth: 60mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: Punta BlancaLength: 90mWidth: 12mSand: Fine, golden and shingle. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: BeatrizLength: 200mWidth: 18mSand: Fine, golden with shingle. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: El CharconLength: 325mWidth: 40mSand: Fine, golden, shingle, stones. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: Los Charcos 1Length: 100mWidth: 70mSand: Fine, white with some gravel. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: Los Charcos 2Length: 290mWidth: 65mSand: Fine, white, some shingle. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: Los Charcos 3Length: 800mWidth: 55mSand: Fine, white, some shingle. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: El RioLength: 390mWidth: 70mSand: Fine, white. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: El IsloteLength: 75mWidth: 20mSand: Fine, white. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: La ConchaLength: 1,000mWidth: 30mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed. Sea: Strong

Beach: El Castillo (Windsurfing zone)Length: 190mWidth: 35mSand: Fine, white. Clothes free allowed. Sea: Strong

Pajara district

Beach: El Viejo ReyLength: 800mWidth: 18mSand: Fine, black with stones. Clothes free allowed. Sea: Strong.

Beach: CofeteLength: 6,500mWidth: 60mSand: Fine, golden .Clothes free allowed Sea: Strong.

Beach: Morro de PotalaLength: 300mWidth: 25mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Strong currents

Beach: BarloventoLength: 7. 500mWidth: 60mSand: Fine, golden, shingle. Clothes free allowed Sea: Strong currents

Beach: Mattoral (Diving zone)Length: 12,000mWidth: 300mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Moderate

Beach: ButihondoLength: 2,000mWidth: 45mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: Mal Nombre Tierra DoradaLength: 1,000mWidth: 50mSand: Fine, golden with rocks. Clothes free allowed Sea: Calm

Beach: SotaventoLength: 5,000mWidth: 1,000mSand: Fine, golden. Clothes free allowed. Sea: Calm

Beach: La SolapaLength: 425mWidth: 30mSand: Fine, golden, stones. Clothes free allowed Sea: Strong

Puerto del Rosario

Beach: Playa MujerLength: 230mWidth: 40mSand: Black sand and shingle. Clothes free allowed. Sea: Strong.

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Island Info

Fuerteventura is the second largest of the Canary Islands and the one nearest the African coast. It is a 2 hour drive from Corralejo at the north eastern tip to far south but just a 20 minute drive across the island from Corralejo to El Cotillo. It has the best beaches of any of the Canaries miles and miles of beautiful white sand most of which are naturist-friendly. In particular the Las Dunas National Park, starting on the edge of Corralejo and stretching
7 miles south.

There are three main tourist areas Jandia (mainly German), Calete de Fuste (a man-made resort) and Corralejo (still a fishing village although now much enlarged).

Although Fuerteventura is, quite rightly, known for its glorious beaches, it’s full range of watersports being a mecca for wind and kite surfers as well as excellent diving and snorkeling in its clear azure blue waters, there is much more to the island, and many things to do.

The landscape has a timeless quality, with large open plains, dramatic barren lavascapes with smooth volcanic peaks.    There are valleys dotted with the occasional oasis of palm trees.    Throughout the island many tiny hamlets of little whitewashed houses and historic churches waiting to be explored.    Remote beaches with no-one else in sight can still to be found.

something for everyone (well, except lager louts !). The facilities on offer are numerous and, of course, there is the (almost) reliable sunshine, the beautiful white sand and turquoise sea.

The old heart of Corralejo remains, but is now just a small part of the new Corralejo. There was much building a few years ago, generally low rise and very tasteful, spreading south and hugging the coast, although there are parts often described as “Corralejo” a few miles inland.

Corralejo is now a developing resort with most of the facilities one would expect, but it is still a Canarian fishing village at heart.    It is, of course, a mecca for water sports of all kinds.    The restaurants and bars cater for absolutely every taste and nationality.    The Germans tend to head south, with its high-rise buildings, and the other nationalities to the more peaceful north, particularly to Corralejo and the fabulous National Park beaches just to the south of the village.

El Cotillo on the west coast of the island feels as though it has not yet caught up with the 20th century. The village still with its working fishing harbour and quaint streets of locals housing has some of the best fish restaurants on the island.

Although the coves in the village are of black sand, outside it the beaches are golden. To the south the long stretch of flat sand is a favourite of those experienced windsurfers able to cope with the strong undercurrents.

North of Cotillo are the famous lagoons, long a mecca for naturists. Here off-shore rocks hold back the pounding Atlantic waves to give shallow warm water lapping onto the almost white sand.

Beyond the lagoons is the lighthouse, with its museum of traditional fisheries, from where a dirt track leads along the island’s northern coast to Majanicho and Corralejo.

The Campanario Shopping Centre in Corralejo is one of the prettiest on the island. Recreating the architecture of a typical Spanish village, El Campanario has a central square with fountain and outside cafes. The paved alleyways around have a wide variety of small shops, bars and restaurants.

The centre’s emblem is its bell tower (campanario) which offers spectacular views all around the town.

Most evenings a drink in the square listening to a local group offering live entertainment of Canarian music or dance is a quiet, relaxing way to end the day.

Sunday is the day of the local craft market, when artisans from all over the island set up their stalls in the narrow streets with their home-produced goods – very unlikely to see a “made in China” label here. There is also a smaller flee-market on Saturday mornings.

El Cotillo on the west coast of the island feels as though it has not yet caught up with the 20th century. The village still with its working fishing harbour and quaint streets of locals housing has some of the best fish restaurants on the island.

Although the coves in the village are of black sand, outside it the beaches are golden. To the south the long stretch of flat sand is a favourite of those experienced windsurfers able to cope with the strong undercurrents.

North of Cotillo are the famous lagoons, long a mecca for naturists. Here off-shore rocks hold back the pounding Atlantic waves to give shallow warm water lapping onto the almost white sand.

Beyond the lagoons is the lighthouse, with its museum of traditional fisheries, from where a dirt track leads along the island’s northern coast to Majanicho and Corralejo.

Costa Calma – Canary Islands Info

With a name like Costa Calma, “the calm coast”, one can already picture the potential of a relaxing a revitalizing time at this resort town. Located on a coastal strip on the southern part of the island of Fuerteventura, visitors are greeted at this town with rows of palm trees and beaches with bright turquoise waters.

History

Costa Calma got its name due to the offshore wind conditions that makes the water on the beach calm and still, offering only minimal waves. Because of the perfect windy conditions, this spot has become known for being an optimal kite surfing and windsurfing spot, for those seeking out adventure sports.

Starting off as a village around the 1970’s, Costa Calma has
since grown into a popular holiday destination among European vacationers. It
is especially well liked among German tourists, many of them turning into
expatriate business owners who have contributed greatly to the selection of
cafes and bars in the town.

Why visit Costa Calma

The beaches of Costa Calma have a magnetic effect on anyone
visiting them. It is hard to beach the cream-colored sand against the
crystal-clear blue waters that you will encounter on a beach stroll on sunny
days, especially when compared to the beaches available around the Atlantic.

Costa Calma also has an array of lagoons you can choose
from, depending on what type of a vacation you are seeking out. Those who
prefer to spend their days sipping a pina-colada while working on their tans on
the beach will have plenty of beaches to choose from to suit their needs. Thrill-seekers
can find many activities such as kite surfing and windsurfing, and other water
sports to keep themselves entertained with on their summer holidays.

Sandy beach with vulcanic mountains in Fuerteventura island. – ©Eva Bocek

For those who are looking to truly enjoy their freedom under
the sun, there are quite a few nude beaches to choose from in Costa Calma. As a
whole, this charming little resort town is ideal for couples, families and
singles alike, as it has many things to offer, for as long as you are looking
for a rejuvenating little summer vacation under the sun.

Attractions

Whether you are an individual, looking for some solo
downtime, or a parent trying to find ways to keep your children entertained in
the sun, Costa Calma offers a range of activities that will ensure that you
don’t find a moment of boredom on your vacation in paradise. Otherwise there
are beaches aplenty, where the simple company of a book, some sunscreen and a
sunbed can make for an incredible holiday moment. For those who need more than
that, there are quite a few ways to stay occupied.

Risco del Paso Playa Sotavento

Windsurfers and kite surfers will instantly recognize the
ideal wind and water conditions that can help fuel their best watersports
experience. This enormous sandy beach serves as the perfect location to spend
the day getting in and out of the water and making new and fun memories to tell
your friends about.

Windsurfing on the beach of Costa Calma – ©Wiesław Jarek

Sotavento Shopping Center

Sotavento Shopping
Center is one of the major points for tourists to score some gifts to take
home with them. The African Market
offers many trinkets and souvenirs such as fake branded handbags and
sunglasses, while Shopping Center El
Palmeral can have more shops with clothing and other items one might want
to shop for while on holiday.

Oasis Park

A great choice for groups or families is Oasis Park, which started off as a botanical garden and nature reserve, and has since developed into a small zoo with animals such as camels, elephants and gazelles. Oasis Park prides itself in their contribution to wildlife preservation, with live educational sessions featuring parrots, reptiles and sea lions, which are held in the hope of creating more awareness around nature.

Playa Esmeralda nudist beach

Costa Calma has quite a few nudist beaches, but Playa
Esmeralda has got to be the most popular one – and with good reason. This beach
is connected to other nude beaches, with tanning beds and umbrellas available
for rent, too. Playa Esmeralda is slightly sheltered and tends to be quieter,
so it makes for a soothing little afternoon of dipping in and out of the
turquoise water, while acquiring a tan everyone will be envious of.

Getting to Costa Calma

Costa Calma is on the southern stretch of the Jandia
peninsula of Fuerteventura, on the eastern coast. To get there, the easiest way
is to fly directly to the Fuerteventura airport and take advantage of the many
transportation options that can bring you to your final destination, Costa
Calma and its many stunning beaches. Once you arrive at the airport, you are
about 65 kilometers away from Costa Calma, which takes an average of about an
hour to get to.  

By Car

Once you exit the airport, follow the signs that lead you
along the FV-2 south in the direction of Morro Jable. You will pass through
several towns such as Caleta de Fuste, Tarajalejo and Oasis Park. Get on the
new motorway called the “Eje Norte-Sur” and pay close attention to the exit
signs that point towards Costa Calma. You will have several opportunities leave
the highway and make it into the resort town, without getting lost.

By Bus

To get to Costa Calma by bus, take the number 10 direct bus
from Puerto del Rosario to Morro Jable. It is important to check the timetable,
especially during weekends and public holidays, as there tend to be fewer buses
scheduled on those days. Taking the bus can be an economical solution, as it
should only cost around 7.55 euros per person.

By Taxi

Taking a taxi can cost a little more, but is quite possible
the easiest way to travel to Costa Calma, especially if you are a group or a
family. On average this can cost around 75 euros, which isn’t the most
economical option, but it does save you the hassle of having to check for
timetables or navigate yourself.

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Where to Stay

As Costa Calma was built to be a resort town, there is a
wide range of villas and hotels to choose from that are geared to provide its
guests a temporary home in paradise. Many hotels are located directly on the
beach, allowing for a stunning view on the white sand and bright blue water,
directly from your bedroom.

Luxury Bungalows On Costa Calma – ©Zdenek Matyas

For those looking for something more affordable, there are
hotels such as the Jardin del Rio
that sits atop the main strip of beach, with a magnificent view of the sunrise
over the horizon.   Hotels such as the SBH Crystal Beach Hotel & Suites
has its own bar & restaurant and beach access so there will be no need to
leave the hotel other than to shop.

Families might prefer larger hotels with more amenities, so
everyone can find their own form of entertainment. In this case, guests will
have many other hotels to choose from, such as the h20 Tindaya, which sits on the beach with a breathtaking view of
the ocean and boasts of its own spa, restaurant, bar and a wide range of
children’s activities. One of the most popular hotels in this resort town is
the Risco del Gato Suites The Senses
Collection, where guests can choose to swim in a heated indoor pool on
colder days, or enjoy the view of the blue sea from the privacy of their own
balconies.

Where to Eat

One of the best things about vacationing in Spain is the food,
and Costa Calma fully lives up to those expectations. Restaurants come in
abundance, with selections ranging from Mediterranean to Italian cuisine, or
traditional tapas, there is something for everybody. Quaint little cafes also
line the streets of Costa Calma, making it easy to find something delicious,
whether morning, noon or night.

El Bar de Marko y
Moni is a hole-in-the-wall hidden gem in town, where tapas and wine come
highly recommended by happy customers. For those on the lookout for a wider
range of European dishes, Tasca Dos
Jotas serves delicious favorites such as fillet steaks and a selection of
fresh fish dishes, and a stellar wine selection. These restaurants tend to get
quite busy, so it might be necessary to reserve a table in order to grab the
best seats in the house.

Kape is a
bustling little café that allows you to custom create your breakfast meal, by
choosing individual short orders to combine. An evening spot perfect for a
couple of cocktails or wine is La
Terracita, while vacationers who prefer a more casual nightlife setting
will be drawn to Rapa Nui SurfBar,
which overlooks the bay and serves the perfect meals for those who spent the
whole day doing watersports; spare-ribs, chicken wings and sandwiches.

A charming holiday destination for any age

There is no doubt about it, Costa Calma stands out for its
beauty and quaintness, but also for the unique selection of activities it has
to offer. The true worth of a perfect paradise of a resort town in defined by
its personality, its views, its climate and its people, and in those regards,
Costa Calma has more than enough to offer.

Those seeking out a peaceful time in the sun surrounded by
bougainvillea in all shades can certainly find their balance and center in this
town, while those who are chasing the winds and action will find this in unique
and beautiful Costa Calma, too.

Top 10 best naturist beaches in the Canary Islands : El Hierro

A Spanish archipelago located off the northwest coast of Africa, the Canary Islands are a great destination for sea and sun lovers. The climate is mild in all seasons, with temperatures ideal for lounging on the beach, swimming in refreshing water and enjoying water sports. The Canary Islands are miles and miles of coastline with beaches of fine sand and translucent waters. And good news for those who love beach vacations in the simplest of clothes, 175 of the 400 sandy beaches in the archipelago are naturist. In Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Graciosa or Fuerteventura, Le Petit Futé has selected 10 of the best naturist beaches in the Canaries! Let’s go!

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1- Las Gaviotas beach, Tenerife

Located just below the massif ofAnaga, the beach of Las Gaviotas is a small paradise of Tenerife for the amateurs of naturism. Its black sand and steep cliffs give it a certain exotic charm. It has kept an isolated setting while remaining close to the capital Santa Cruz de Tenerife. An advice, to reach it at low tide to take advantage of the sandy expanse, symbol of connection with nature and a deep feeling of freedom. There is a parking area right next to the beach. Be sure to ask about the strength of the waves so as not to take any risks

La plage de las Gaviotas, Tenerife © DR

2- The beach of the Englishman, La Gomera

Accessible from Tenerife in only 40 minutes by ferry, La Gomera is an island of the Canaries known for its exceptional natural landscapes. To enjoy swimming in the simplest way and sunbathing in peace, it is recommended to go to the beach of the English, in the valley of the Great King. This stretch of sand, which was a hippie hangout in the 1970s, has a sublime natural setting with mountains, volcanic sand and a sea of blue shades. The sunsets are magnificent! Moreover, it is located next to restaurants and other shops. Easy to spend the day there!

La plage de l’Anglais, La Gomera © DR

3- Sotavento beach, Fuerteventura

Okay, there are also people in bathing suits and others dressed in wetsuits to enjoy the breeze that offers ideal conditions for windsurfing and other water activities. But the beach of Sotavento de Jandía in Fuerteventura has been for a long time strongly frequented by local and foreign naturists. The setting is idyllic with, at the back, large sand dunes that give the feeling of being in the desert. Several lagoons created by the tide offer them the feeling to have joined the paradise

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4- La Tejita Beach, Tenerife

This beach located next to the volcanic cone Montaña Roja has a section for naturists, right at the foot of this incredible volcanic crater. The area is a protected natural area, so you can be sure to enjoy a preserved setting where you can enjoy fine sand, a refreshing sea and the beauty of the “Red Mountain” that flows into the sea. The place also makes the happiness of surfers and other windsurfers who come to enjoy excellent windy conditions. A camping area open to naturists and campers is located right next to the beach for those who come to Tenerife for a road trip.

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5- The beach of Cofete, Fuerteventura

The advantage for naturists in Fuerteventura is that most of the beaches are naturist or have their own stretch of sand reserved for this practice. The beach of Cofete is immense, with its 14 km length and its 50 m broad. Located in the south of the island, it is a pure visual pleasure, with the mountains of Jandía at the back, the golden sand and the blue reflections of the sea. This is the largest naturist beach in Spain and it has kept its wild aspect. And this contributes greatly to the well-being of all and to a perfect disconnection

La plage de Cofete, Fuerteventura © DR

6- The natural swimming pool Charco del Palo, Lanzarote

Charco del Palo is above all a naturist village where a sign clearly indicates that the place is reserved to this practice. The village takes place in the middle of lava and cactus fields. The feeling to be elsewhere and far from everything is thus assured. For the times of bathing, Charco del Palo has a natural swimming pool which opens on the sea. A bucolic place as you wish! For those who are used to only visiting naturist beaches, Charco del Palo invites you to try other experiences, those of living naked all day long, no matter what you do or where you go.

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7- The beach of the English, Gran Canaria

This beach, which is one of the arms of the great sandy expanse of Maspalomas, offers naturists a number of facilities and services to have a pleasant time. There are beach bars for a drink and a bite to eat, as well as sunbeds and umbrellas for those who prefer to avoid contact with the sand. The natural setting is sublime, with the inevitable sand dunes and the sea inviting you to cool off. The place is also widely frequented by the LGBT community. Everyone lives in the best possible spirit, in harmony and respect for each other

La plage de l’Anglais, Grande Canarie © DR

8- Las Conchas beach, La Graciosa

La Graciosa is an island in the Canary Islands known for its wonderful preserved nature. The beach of Las Conchas is one of its jewels of the island. It welcomes naturists with open arms to throw themselves in the sand, then go rinse in waters with the air of lagoon. The volcanoes, the volcanic rocks that flow into the translucent waters, the touches of vegetation and the view of the islets of Alegranza and Montaña Clara, one cannot dream better to experience an incredible feeling of communion with a powerful nature that has the air of an earthly paradise.

La plage de Las Conchas, La Graciosa © DR

9- Verodal Beach, El Hierro

Located in the northwestern part of the island of El Hierro in the district of Frontera, the beach of Verodal is a unique stretch of naturist sand. It is indeed the only stretch of red volcanic sand in the Canary Islands. Be careful not to forget the camera to immortalize this phenomenon of nature. It is also lined with incredible cliffs testifying to the high volcanic activity of the island. El Hierro has indeed hundreds of open and closed craters. A spot to join absolutely for the amateurs of naturism and unusual places

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10- Tarajales beach, La Palma

Tarajales Beach achieved naturist beach status in 2014, much to the delight of naturists passing through the island of La Palma. Everyone has been going there since then to take off their clothes and enjoy the sea and the sun: locals, world travelers and the LGBT community. This beach has a reasonable size, which gives it an intimate character. If you are visiting La Palma for a naturist holiday, you should not miss the opportunity to ask for its location, as it is the only stretch of sand on the island where you can walk and sunbathe naked, as Las Monjas beach, the other naturist beach, has closed.

First impressions of Fuerteventura

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We flew from Tenerife to Fuerteventura, rented a car and went to see the best beaches on the island. Are you with us?

Our iron horse

We flew from Tenerife to Fuerteventura (Canary Islands) with Binter. The plane failed to take off and we were returned to the waiting room. Then a couple of hours later they found a replacement, and we arrived late to Fuerteventura.

Take a look at my trip report to North Tenerife.

The rented Jeep Compass was patiently waiting for us in the parking lot. We decided to rent a car more conveniently at the Plus Car rental office (I wrote about the car rental companies here). It cost about €42 per day with full insurance, which is quite a lifting amount for four people to drive off-road and mountains. Looking ahead, I will say that it is not worth the money, some show-offs.

Rented accommodation through AirBnB as usual. We took a nice villa in the middle of the island in Celeta De Fuste with 3 bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room and a pool for only €93 for four. It turned out cheaper than the hotel. See the panorama above. Here is the villa page.

Can’t wait to see Fuerteventura’s legendary beaches.

The first disappointment

Lena is not happy with the beach

The closest beach to us is Playa del Costillo (See all the beaches of Fuerteventura on the map). We’ve hit the tide. Ugly stones were exposed, and the water in the bay was generational. And we didn’t take coral slippers, we don’t want to hurt our feet on the first day.

Lie down, sunbathe. They grabbed a beach umbrella from the villa, but could not stick it deep into the sand. The Spaniard grandfather came to our aid with a stone to drive the stick deeper. The umbrella was put up, but the wind was not happy and pulled out the umbrella. Then the grandfather took the package, filled it with stones and hung it on an umbrella for cargo. Umbrella warped. We decided to lie down without an umbrella.

The second beach is lumpy

The beach is beautiful, but rocky

There are several cool hotels very close to our house. Judging by the map, there are beaches there. Let’s go and see. Hmm, solid stones! Where do people swim?

Small lagoon

We don’t give up, we comb the whole beach. We go to a small artificial lagoon. Beautiful and almost no waves. This beach is called Sheraton Beach.

Almost a desert

Cacti instead of flowers

After Tenerife, the whole island resembles the Sahara desert. No trees, no flowers, no grass. Lawns and flower beds are decorated with cacti and thorns. The more desert, the more beautiful the sea. We noticed this back in Egypt.

South in search of the best beaches

Tarajalejo beach

The roads in Fuerteventura are mostly boring and monotonous. But here we go again to the sea. The first decent beach in the village of Tarajalejo. Almost black volcanic sand with pebbles. Sometimes there are naturists. We drove along the hills, along the dirt road.

Coast of Costa Calma

Excellent beaches in Costa Calma

We arrived in a wonderful place Costa Calma. For the first time, many people were seen on the island, before they met only one at a time. There are many great hotels here, check out our selection on RoomGuru.

Next time I would choose this place or further south. The beaches in this area are wonderful, the sand is soft, and the sea is turquoise tones. Story.

More and more nudists

I have nothing against nudists on the beach, but if that bothers you, don’t go to Fuerteventura. Here, this is the norm on almost all beaches. You shouldn’t be embarrassed about this. Or maybe you yourself dared to sunbathe in Adam’s costume? Write in the comments.

Kitesurfer’s land

Playa Barca

An even wilder and more attractive beach is Playa Barca. An endless coastline extending into a huge lagoon with Playa del Salmo beach. At high tide, it is flooded and a small sand bar remains. It must be very beautiful.

A bit of water sports?

The wind is especially strong today. We were covered in sand. It’s time to go kitesurfing. In a lagoon the size of a huge field, there are several kite schools and a bar. This is the best place to get up on the surf and feel the power of the wind, making a couple of amazing kite jumps.

People walk along the endless beaches

Couples young and not very young walk along the beach. We found a little shelter from the wind and sunbathed a bit. I did not dare to climb into the huge waves alone, although the water was warm.

If you want to become a beginner nudist, you can go even further and hide in one of the many coves among the rocks. You will calmly take sunbaths and get an even tan all over your body. I’d like to, but I’m not ready yet.

It is getting dark

The day is coming to an end. Finally, a few evening photos:

View of the coast of Costa Calma

Desert landscapes

Wrinkled mountains

Bye everyone!

In the meantime, I will meet the sunset in the pool. Warm up by swimming before bed. It is very convenient that almost all swimming pools in the Canary Islands are heated.

I strongly recommend the Canaries this autumn and winter. Forget about the peasants in raspberry jackets and rich Russians. The Canary Islands is an affordable inexpensive vacation for the whole family. You can find affordable accommodation here. And what a cheap food here! 2-3 times cheaper than in our Perm restaurants.

Interested? Welcome to the comments below and take a look at my Canaries travel guide.

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The most beautiful nude beaches in Spain

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Surely you have heard about the beauty and variety of Spanish beaches: golden or black volcanic sands, beaches that are often several kilometers long, beaches that are in the middle of wild nature, small coves with turquoise blue waters… But you know Are you that Spain also has over 400 naturist beaches where you can sunbathe without a swimsuit while enjoying the silence? Indeed, Spain’s 8,000 kilometers of coastline offer many opportunities for recreation. It is preferable to choose the nude beach that best suits your itinerary. Therefore, we present you a small selection dedicated to some of these beautiful beaches. Feel the freedom and harmony with the surrounding nature.

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• View of the beach of Torimbia, Llanes, Asturias

  This beach is surrounded by a beautiful rocky shore with a length of more than 50 meters. Torimbia is the most famous nudist beach in Asturias, having gained fame since the 60s. A walking path leads to it. You will see that the beach has retained a hippie vibe to a certain extent. You will certainly enjoy its shell shape, golden sand and beautiful scenery typical of northern Spain. There is also a small beach bar open during the high season, where you can taste typical Asturian cuisine.

• Covachos Beach in Soto de Marina, Cantabria

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  We continue our journey through northern Spain. We will get acquainted with the beach, which owes its name to the caves located among the rocks. It also has a long tradition of naturism, and in addition, it is distinguished by a charming feature – at low tide, a small strip of sand is exposed that connects the beach to the small island of Castro. Walking on it will give you the feeling of walking on water. The beauty of this place in Cantabria is simply incredible. The descent to the sandy beach of Kovachos presents a certain difficulty. Therefore, we advise you to descend with caution. Some tourists prefer to park their car on Arnia Beach, which is nearby, and from there walk to Covachos Beach along the coast. In Cantabria, in Llencres, there is another well-known vacation spot for nudists – Valdearenas Beach.

• View of Combousas beach in Arteixo, A Coruña, Galicia

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  This is one of the best beaches in the area, designed for lovers of naturism. To rest there, you will need to drive to the village of Barranhao (in Arteixo, A Coruña). This is an open beach, so it is quite windy here, making Kombousas an ideal place for surfing. But when swimming, you should be careful. There is also a small beach bar, toilets and showers. There is a rescue service on the beach.

• Detail of Cantarrijan beach in Almuñécar, Granada, Andalusia

  If you are planning a trip to Almuñécar (province of Granada), this small and beautiful beach awaits you here, less than 400 meters long. This is one of the most famous nude beaches in Andalusia. He took refuge among the coastal cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo, so vacationers are provided with direct contact with nature. You will truly enjoy its crystal clear waters. There are also showers, beach bars, sun loungers and more. Please note that during the summer season access by car is limited, so you will have to get here on foot or with a special minibus. Another Andalusian beautiful beach, which will be very pleasant to relax on, is the beach of Bolonia (Tarifa, Cadiz). Despite the fact that there is an area designed, in particular, for families, lovers of the traditions of nudism will find a place for themselves here. This is a plot located between the beach of Bolonia, Cape Paloma and the natural pools of Baños de Claudia.

• View of Maspalomas beach in Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

  This beach is located on the island of Gran Canaria. Its length is 2,710 meters; dunes stretch here, so Maspalomas is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful and famous beaches on the island. In this area you can meet hikers, surfers and also nudists, depending on which part of the beach you are on. To get to the nudist part of Maspalomas beach, you have to walk a couple of kilometers to the beach kiosk number 4.

• View of the bay of Macarelleta in Menorca, Balearic Islands

  Getting into this small virgin bay with incredibly clear waters is like being in a small corner of paradise. You can only get here on foot from Macarella Bay, but the result is worth it. During the high season it is usually very crowded, and you will see both nudists and those who are relaxing in a bathing suit. Enjoy fabulous views, but also keep in mind that cars are not allowed here during the summer in order to preserve this protected natural area. Ciutadella and Macarella Bay are connected by a regular bus route.

• El Torn beach in Hospitalet del Infante (Tarragona, Catalonia)

  This beach is located in the village of Hospitalet del Infante in Tarragona. It is considered one of the best naturist beaches in Spain. You will ask why? Because for many years the local association and the naturist campsite in the area have been perfectly environmentally friendly. You will certainly enjoy the fine golden sand, the landscape that combines dunes and pine trees, as well as the El Torn coastal path, which is so pleasant to walk along. The beach provides all kinds of services that will make your stay comfortable. If you wish, you can go to the islet of El Torn – an observation deck where the remains of an old watchtower have been preserved and from where a beautiful view of the coastal cliffs opens.

• Detail of Musclera beach in Arenys de Mar, Barcelona, ​​Catalonia

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  This spacious beach borders the village of Caldes d’Estrac. There are showers, beach cleaning, and a beach bar. The beach is intended, in particular, for families, but in its eastern part there is a 200-meter section for lovers of nudism. You can leave your car at the port of Arenys de Mar. Coming here, enjoy the outstanding natural environment. Here you can see such types of coastal flora as sea mustard, sea buckwheat or coastal sagebrush.

You will find all the naturist beaches in Spain and their exact location using this map of the Spanish Federation of Naturism. Which of these beaches would you prefer to leave your bathing suit at home?

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Spain, Canary Islands, Tenerife beaches.

For lovers of a beach holiday, the island is full of expanse. Beaches: sandy, pebbly, paid and free, nudist, well-known and little-known. .. Naturally, bathers prefer the south of Tenerife – you can sunbathe on the beach all year round, even in winter the sun is quite hot. As for swimming, here it feels like: if for you the water temperature is +19+ 21 (sometimes +23) comfortable – then enjoy water procedures …

My husband and I rested in Callao Salvaje. Three hundred meters from the aparthotel there was a beach – now it looks like this.

And then it was wild and undeveloped, swimming, and sunbathing there was not very good. Therefore, we went to the small, cozy town of Playa de San Juan to the beach of the same name, located in the southwest of the island. This is a typical Canarian port town that has long lived by fishing.

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The city is located 15-20 kilometers from tourist routes, there are not very many tourists there, so lovers of a peaceful, especially beach holiday, can have a good rest. In the city and along the coastline there are many cafes, restaurants serving traditional Canarian dishes, especially a large selection of dishes from the freshest fish and seafood. This is due to the fact that Playa San Juan is a port city. Freshly caught fish is unloaded at the port every morning. Part of the catch is sold in the port, and the rest is taken to cafes and restaurants.

The beach is located in the south of Playa de San Juan, actually within the city. Thanks to the breakwater, there is no strong wave on the beach, so swimming there is very comfortable. The beach coverage is mixed: sand, small pebbles, but beach shoes do not hurt, especially on beaches with black volcanic sand.

The sand is so hot in the heat that it is impossible to walk barefoot. By the way, in Spain, and hence in the Canary Islands, mostly municipal beaches, that is, free.

Playa de San Juan has everything: changing rooms, showers, toilets, rent of sunbeds and umbrellas, boat rental, bars, outdoor cafes, free parking – lifeguards are clearly working . ..

As mentioned above, we went to rest on this beach regularly, fortunately from the hotel in the morning we were taken to the beach by minibus, and in the evening they took everyone back for free – as you understand, there were plenty of those who wanted to.

The beach is mostly used by locals – they rest thoroughly. They come with their families, bring food with them, set up awnings and umbrellas and enjoy the cool waters of the ocean and the gentle sun. In the sun of Tenerife, you need to sunbathe with caution – be sure to use sunscreen. The cream will not affect an even and dense tan, but it will protect you from burns.

And I would like to remind you that, unlike well-maintained beaches, where lifeguards are constantly on duty, signal flags are hung out: red – swimming is prohibited, yellow – for experienced swimmers, green – everyone can swim, on wild beaches, in secluded bays – it is very dangerous to swim because of the strong undercurrent and rather strong waves.

Playa de La Tejita – Beach de La Tejita.

For lovers of sparsely populated and secluded places, beaches such as Playa de La Tejita are suitable. The beach is located between El Medano and Los Abrigos, at the foot of Montaña Roja – Red Mountain. If we take the midpoint between El Medano and Los Abrigos, then the distance to the beach is about a kilometer, many people walk to the beach on foot – about half an hour. The beach is remote from popular tourist routes and therefore not crowded.

The water and the coastal area are very clean (the beach has been awarded a blue flag). Since the beach is located in a protected area, driving to the beach is prohibited. But you can park along the highway passing by the beach and go down to it on foot.

Under the very mountain of Montagna Roja there is a nudist part of the beach, separated from the main beach by a stone wall, so vacationers, let’s say, do not interfere with each other. On the beach, rental of sun loungers, umbrellas – a small cafe, but many take water and food with them, admission is free. The sand is fine, strong waves are rare. On the beach it is forbidden to pitch tents for the night, kindle fires …

A little bit wild, unspoilt view of the beach of La Tejita will not leave anyone indifferent. Indeed, here you can relax, nourish yourself with amazing energy, which is emitted not only by the ocean, but also by the secluded place itself, located away from tourist routes … ! https://www.booking.com/index.html?aid=1572322

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Nudist beaches of the resorts of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean

Spain is one of the most popular European countries for nudist holidays, because on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean and the islands of this country, there are at least four hundred naturist beaches where those who wish can swim and sunbathe in the “suit of Adam and Eve”. Today we will talk about the best nudist beaches in Spain, by region.

Nudist beaches of Valencia

– Beach “El Saler” – this popular, and most importantly, the official nudist beach of Spain, is located near the city, in the beautiful natural park of Albufera. Playa El Saler pleases naturist vacationers with beautiful sand dunes, which are surrounded by a beautiful pine forest. We can confidently say that this is one of the best and most picturesque beaches in Valencia, protected from cold winds. Nevertheless, in summer a pleasant breeze arises over the sea, which attracts not only nudists, but also fans of windsurfing and kitesurfing. Also, like other Valencian beaches, El Saler is well equipped, there are beach equipment rentals, first aid centers, and accessibility for the disabled. The beach is conveniently located, it has nice and fine white sand, the sea is calm.

– Beach “la Solsida” – a rocky beach equipped with a staircase down to the water, located in Alicante, near the resort town of Altea. This is an ideal place to retire in the bosom of wonderful nature.

– Beach “La Cala” – located in Denia – this is the Valencian province of Alicante. To get to this hidden nudist beach, you have to walk along a narrow path. The length of this beach is one hundred and eighty meters, it is surrounded by rocks, but the water here is clean and incredibly transparent, which attracts not only nudists, but also divers. From the beach you can enjoy magnificent views of the Spanish Parque Natural del Montgó.

– Beach “De L’Ahuir” – located north of the Mediterranean Spanish resort of Gandhi. Just near this beach, city blocks end, and sand dunes and fluffy palm trees start off into the distance. A lot of naturist vacationers come to this beautiful strip of wild beach.

– Beach “Mareny de San Lorenzo” – another nudist beach located in the Valencian community in the vicinity of the Cullera resort in the Albufera park. This naturist beach is just over three kilometers long. It is always quiet, calm and not crowded here.

– Beach “de Pineda” – located outside the village of Pueblo de Pineda, south of the sailing club, next to the port at the mouth of the Turia River. This is a very pleasant and cozy nudist beach area with fine white sand, closed from the cold northern winds. Along the picturesque Mediterranean coast, there are lovely restaurants serving Valencian cuisine.

– Cala Arsilaga Beach is a very secluded nudist resort located in the municipality of Peniscola, in the Spanish province of Castellón. The local beach is distinguished by very fine white sand and a completely breathtaking view of a powerful fortress crowning the rocks.

Nudist beaches of Andalusia

It is worth saying that in the Spanish region of Andalusia there is a whole center of naturism in the Vera Playa Club 4 * hotel club, in this residential complex, consisting of a hotel, a picturesque park, bungalows and apartments, convinced nudists. A three-kilometer nudist beach stretches nearby on the Costa Almeria. So that the guests of the hotel are not looked at as curiosities, the territory of the Andalusian naturist center is fenced. Naturist guests move around the center naked all day long: they go to the dining room, have fun, and relax. It is customary to put on clothes here only from eight o’clock in the evening. On the territory of the nudist hotel is very quiet, relaxed, calm, whole families rest here, many guests come with small children. The coast is very clean and white sand.

– Beach “de Castilnovo” – very large, there is enough space for everyone. The beauty of relaxing on it is that it is surrounded by virgin nature. It is a popular naturist beach located in the Conil de la Frontera beach area.

– Beach “de Bolonia” is an excellent nudist recreation area located in Cadiz, not far from the resort of Tarifa. Naturists rest on the El Chorrito site – a very picturesque place, untouched by civilization, this piece of the Spanish coast is closest to the hot African continent, and on clear days its shores are sometimes visible from here. In addition, vacationers can admire the ancient Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia.

– Beach “Cabopino” – located in the picturesque Spanish resort of the Mediterranean Sea – in Marbella. Popular with nudists, this holiday destination is often referred to as the “secret gem” as the beach is located on the wind-sheltered stretch of “Dunas de Artola”. There is very fine golden sand and amazingly beautiful natural landscapes. You can see the port nearby, and there are numerous restaurants and bars along the coast.

– Beach “El Canuelo” – located near the resort of Torremolinos. This piece of coastline, which attracts naturists, stretches to the mouth of the Guadalhors River. The structure of the beach is sandy, the sand is clean, soft, has a golden hue. It is pleasant to relax here even with small children, because the waves are always small, and the entry into the water is gradual.

– Beach “Torre del Mar” – a favorite vacation spot for family nudists, located in the small resort town of La Acharquia, near Malaga.

– Beach “El Playazo” – this naturist beach, which is one and a half kilometers long, is located in the northern part of the main beach “Vera”, located in the resort town of the same name in Almeria. The beach has dark and very fine sand. During the season, many nudists come here, including families with children.

– Beach “El Ruso” is the cleanest beach in Granada, with very difficult access. The coast here is covered with a mixed structure: gray sand with small pebbles. Due to the difficulties of access, no one interferes with the rest of naturists here.

– Beach “Roquetas” is part of the large beach “Playa Cerrillos”, with a remote coastal area reserved for naturists.

– Beach “Nueva Umbría” – a very picturesque corner of the resort of Lepe, next to Huelva. This is a wild beach, but there is just magnificent white sand and beautiful huge dunes descending to the turquoise lagoon, which attracts nudists.

Nudist beaches of Murcia

– El Portús beach is the most famous nudist beach in the Spanish region of Murcia, located near the resort town of Cartagena. This is a rocky part of the coast, half covered with pebbles, half with large boulders, divided into two parts, nudists have a rest on the eastern part, where a large campsite “Camping naturista El Portus” is open for them. The beach is pebbly, but equipped with a convenient entrance to the sea.

Nudist beaches of Catalonia

– Beach “El Torn” – located near Tarragona, on the outskirts of the small resort of L’Hospitalet del Infante. This nudist beach is a very clean and well-maintained holiday destination, with nice and fine sand, beautiful dunes and vegetation, there is a shop, a restaurant, a shower. El Torn Beach offers stunning mountain views. Near the beach there is a special campsite for naturists.

– Beach “Cala Morisca” – a very beautiful nudist beach, which is surrounded by a lot of greenery, located some distance from the Spanish resort town of Sitges. It is covered with soft and clean sand, it is rather sparsely populated due to the distance from the city, since you have to get here by your own transport.

– Beach “La Mar Bella” – this half-kilometer sandy beach in Barcelona has a specially equipped area for naturists, hidden from prying eyes by a hill overgrown with bamboo trees. This beach is well equipped: there are showers, drinking fountains, you can rent a sunbed and umbrellas, for the convenience of approaching the water, there are wooden decks. The beach has access for the disabled. Young people love to relax on the beach “La Mar Bella”.

Nudist beaches of the Balearic Islands

– Beach “Cala del Pilar” – located on the island of Menorca. It is located twenty kilometers from the city of Ciutadella. This is a wild beach area, two hundred and fifty meters long, dedicated to nudist recreation. It is always quiet and very few people here. Small waves often rise. The beach itself is hidden among the rocks; there is a drinking fountain on its territory.

– Cavallet Beach – is located on the island of Ibiza, ten kilometers from its capital, and is a white sandy strip of the Mediterranean coast, one kilometer long, one hundred and sixty meters, surrounded by majestic pine trees and low shrubs. There is a gently sloping sandy bottom, a comfortable and gradual entry into the water, and there are practically no strong waves, for which this beach is loved by naturists and families.

– Beach “Ses Illetes” – located on the island of Formentera. In general, Spanish Formentera is often said to be a whole “nudist island”, with pristine nature and naked people on its beautiful beaches. Ses Illetes beach has a length of about five hundred meters, it is covered with white clean sand and is located in the Salines nature reserve.

Nudist beaches of the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands, washed by the Atlantic Ocean, are one of the favorite vacation spots for nudists. There are especially many beaches for naturists on the island of Fueteventura.

– Maspalomas Beach – located on the island of Gran Canaria, and is the most popular nudist beach in this region of Spain. This is a huge four-kilometer, very spacious beach, washed by the clear water of the ocean and sand dunes, with an excellent area dedicated to naturists.

– Beach “de La Tejita” is the only one of the several nudist beaches in Tenerife that has any kind of infrastructure. It is located in the southern part of the island. The beach has a length of one and a half kilometers, and its width varies from one hundred to three hundred meters. The coastal zone of the Atlantic is covered with gray sand, shimmering gold in the sun. Thanks to the nearby mountain of Montaña Roja, this part of the coast is not blown by the east wind.

– Beach “Los Patos” – located on the island of Tenerife. This large nudist beach, located at a distance from major cities, is located in the municipality of Orotava. It is covered with black volcanic sand. Several rather narrow and steep slopes lead to the beach. But thanks to such inaccessibility and isolation, the sparsely populated beach was chosen by nudists. And also, thanks to the rather strong ocean waves that arise here, surfers come here to relax. Even when there are no waves, we recommend swimming carefully, because of the underwater currents close to the shore. There is no infrastructure here.

– Beach “Cofete” – located on the island of Fuerteventura and stretches for twelve kilometers. This is a very inaccessible beach, the beginning of which is marked by the formidable rock “Roque del Moro”. This beach is quite deserted and it is always windy here. Despite the fact that this is one of the favorite vacation spots for nudists, we do not recommend swimming here, because there are strong undercurrents and always huge waves.

– Beach “Islote” – another nudist beach of Fuerteventura, it is very small, neat and well-groomed, with fine white sand. The length of this naturist beach is seventy-five meters. Despite the fact that it is always windy here, the ocean water is quite calm.

– Beach “Playa del Rio” – this very clean, quiet, deserted small beach of Fuerteventura, covered with magnificent white sand, two hundred meters long, was chosen by nudists for their holidays. There is no infrastructure, it is windy, but the water is very calm and there are always few people.

– Beach “del Medano” – has a length of seven hundred meters, it is covered with pleasant light golden sand from the south, in the northern part – there is a rocky shoal. This beach of Fuerteventura is one of the favorite spots for naturists and kitesurfers.

– Beach “del Rosadero” – the next sandy beach of Fuerteventura, with a rocky entrance to the water. It has magnificent golden dunes and nuraghes. Rest here, away from civilization, adore naturists.

– Beach “de Juan Gomez” – probably the most picturesque beach of Fuerteventura, three hundred meters long, covered with gray sand mixed with pebbles. There is no infrastructure and there are always few people, for which nudists have chosen it.

– Las Coloradas Beach – a cozy and secluded naturist recreation area near the resort of Playa Blanca, located on the south coast of Lanzarote. Here, vacationers are waiting for the turquoise calm ocean, volcanic black sand mixed with pebbles and the bright sun. The naturist recreation area is located half a kilometer from the Morro Jable port. The width of the beach is twenty meters, and its length is two hundred and thirty meters.

Nudist beaches of Northern Spain

In Northern Spain: Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, the Basque Country, washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, even despite the rather cool weather, unlike the Spanish resorts of the Mediterranean Sea, nudists are very fond of relaxing.

Nudist beaches of Galicia

– Figueiras beach is a very quiet and peaceful recreation area, it is not crowded even at the height of the tourist season. The nudist beach is located in the protected natural area of ​​the Cies Islands. In addition to naturists, divers and snorkelers love to relax here. It is worth warning that the water here is very invigorating, however, incredibly clear and clean.

– Beach “Bascuas” – located in the suburbs of the Spanish resort town of Sanxenxo. The beach area is almost completely occupied by nudists. But this is a rather secluded place, which is bashfully covered by nature itself: rocks and tall green thickets.

Nudist beach of Asturias

– Beach “de Torimbia” – this half-kilometre nudist area is located in the municipality of Llanes. The beach is surrounded by small rock formations and is fairly quiet with excellent white sand. The water here is refreshing but clean. Not far from the beach there is a bar and parking for cars.

Nudist beach of Cantabria

– Beach “de Covachos” – located on a cape, to get to it, you have to walk along the coast from the resort of Arnia. The coast here is covered with golden, very fine sand, but be prepared that the descent into the water will be very steep. Not far from the coast there is a small island, which at low tide becomes one with the beach.

Nudist beach of the Basque Country

– Beach “de Barinatxe” – very wild and rocky, has a length of one kilometer, and is located in the Spanish resort town of Sopelana. The beach belongs to the northern coast of the Basque Country. It is covered with golden sand and sheltered from the winds by huge rocks. This beach hosts an annual naturist marathon every year.

Today we told you about the most popular naturist beaches in Spain, both in the resorts of the Mediterranean Sea and in its resorts washed by the Atlantic Ocean, as well as in the Balearic and Canary Islands.

The best nudist beaches in Spain (with photo)

Spain is a sunny country that attracts tourists not only with the beauties of the Mediterranean Sea, but also with legalized nudism . On the territory of the entire coast of this popular European country, there are about 400 nudist beaches . It is here that you can truly feel the freedom, sunbathing in the “suit of Adam and Eve.”

In Spain, indeed, they are very reverent about freedom from other people’s opinions, so nudism is especially welcome. Tourists have a wide choice of various holiday destinations in various sunny regions of the country. You can choose a classic setting with maximum comfort, or go in search of a wild nudist coast to “plunge” into the mentality of the country.

All beaches in Spain are municipal , that is, their visit is free for all vacationers. But sunbeds and other accessories, if any, are a paid service everywhere. It should be noted right away that there are much fewer people in ordinary places of rest than in traditional nudist ones.

Contents:

• El Saler Beach
• De L’Ahuir Beach
• “de Bolonia Beach”
• Cabopino Beach
• El Canuelo Beach
• El Portus Beach
• El Torn Beach
• La Mar Bella Beach
• Cavallet Beach
• Maspalomas Beach
• Los Patos Beach
• Cofete Beach

El Saler Beach

El Saler Beach is located in the vicinity of the park Albufera of the city of Valencia and is very popular in the district of Velencia. Its coast is equipped with sands in which “the foot is buried” and is surrounded by coniferous plantations. The sea here is quite calm , but during the cool summer winds, windsurfers can be observed on this picturesque beach.

You can get to the coast from the center of Valencia by bus number 25 or number 107, getting off at stop “El Saler” .

De L’Ahuir Beach

A wild nudist beach on the outskirts of Gandía, in the province of Velencia, where the city blocks end and lush palm trees and hot sands begin. There is no fuss and loud music here, because vacationers on its territory come here for a quiet family vacation or for solitary meditation . The sandy shore is surrounded by picturesque mountains that protect from the winds. The descent into the water is smooth, and the sea itself is calm and quiet. By the way, this is the only beach where you can relax with your pets.

You can reach this exotic place both by car and by bus. Focusing on private transport, moving from Velencia along 332 road , you should turn into the city of Gandia a few meters after the sign with the same name. Then go down the street Calle Ahuir . Bus No. 794 also goes from the Velencia station, stopping at the stop, Gandia, which is located near the wild beach.

de Bolonia Beach

The beach is located in the city of Cadiz , near the resort of Tarifa, and is a favorite for nudists. This place on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean is closest to the African mainland. Sometimes you can even see the coast of a distant continent. The sands here are white, and the water is surprisingly clear and clean. On the territory you can find several bars and restaurants.

You can only get to the wild place by car, moving southwest of the city Jerez de la Frontera . The road will take a little over an hour, but this is the fastest and surest way. There are no direct buses to this area.

Cabopino Beach

In the resort town of Marbella, which is washed by the warm Mediterranean Sea, there is a beautiful and very picturesque beach 1500 m long . It was his local nudists nicknamed “secret gem” . He got his name thanks to maximum protection from winds . Nature has endowed this place with golden sand, bright turquoise water and extraordinary silence.

On one side, you can see wild palm trees and breathtaking scenery, and on the other, a lively port with numerous bars and restaurants. A visit to the beach is also provided for representatives of non-traditional orientation, among whom it is popular.

You can get to this place from the city of Marbella in just 15 minutes on any of the passing transports. If you walk or drive a car, then you need to follow the course along the coast to the east.

El Canuelo Beach

The El Canuelo coastline attracts naturists with its dazzling beauty and extraordinarily clean golden sand . Families come here to relax, and for those who like to sunbathe naked, there is a special area near the rocks. The water here is very clear and the waves are the calmest.

The beach itself is semi-wild, located 5 kilometers from the town of Nerja. You can get to it by car along Route N-340 if heading east. There is a visible descent to the coastline, it is impossible to drive through it. You can also take any passing bus and get off at stop “El Canuelo” , then go 300 m , going down to the sea.

El Portús Beach

This is the most famous beach in the region Murcia , on the outskirts of the city Cartagena . Entrance here is free, but there are not many people, as it is not very convenient to get to it. But it is so fantastic that vacationing romantic tourists in Cartagena specially go to admire this place. The coastline is equipped with medium and large pebbles, and the smooth entrance to the water is well equipped. Nudists come to this coast, appreciating the beautiful natural landscapes.

You can only get to this place by private car, as buses do not go there, and the distance from Cartagena is 10 km . From the city center, you should leave towards the west, and at all times keep to the street Peroninho . Then take José Luis Meseguer Avenue . Mayor Street will be the final one, which will lead to the beach, abruptly changing direction from west to south.

El Torn Beach

Sandy coast equipped with white clean sand , and sea water near the shore is often cool. Here, right on the sand, amazing flowers grow . For nudists, there is a special comfortable campsite . There are few people here, and you can calmly relax in a cafe, then sunbathe in silence. The beach is wild, it is located on the outskirts of the resort “L’Hospitalet del Infante” .

You can get here by car, moving along the road N-340 . After the high pipe on the right, you need to drive another 500 meters, then turn left. First you have to climb the serpentine up, then the descent down to the parking lot will begin. From here you can already see the coast.

La Mar Bella Beach

Barcelona’s 500 meters long public sandy beach is quite well-organized. There is a separate area for nudists, hidden behind dense hills, and the area for classic recreation is equipped with playgrounds, showers, cafes and other significant services. The water near the shore is very warm, the entrance to the sea is gentle. But by noon there is no free place to lie.

There are many ways to get to the coast. Barcelona has a well-developed transport interchange, so you can get there on routes V31 , h26 and V27 , get off at stop “Lope de Vega Garcia Faria” .

Cavallet Beach

This beach, located on the island Ibiza , is very popular with nudists and families. It is the most comfortable in terms of entering the water and the absence of strong waves. The sandy coast stretches for more than one and a half kilometers and is washed by the Mediterranean Sea. And the green pines provide shade.

You can get to this energetic holiday destination from the center of Ibiza by taxi or bus, as the distance is 9 km . Many prefer taxis. But if a decision is made to get on your own, then you need to find the exit to the side on the road from Ibiza towards the airport, where there will be a sign with the name of the channel “Sa” . There will be a sharp turn at the end of the trail, which you should ignore and go straight ahead as well. The road will lead to the desired location.

Maspalomas Beach

On the Canary Island, in the city of Gran Canaria, 4 kilometers long stretches popular in this region of Spain nudist beach “Maspalomas”. It is very wide, so for those who like to relax “in the suit of Adam and Eve” a spacious area is reserved. Sand dunes smoothly pass into the clear water of the Atlantic Ocean. All the necessary beach attributes can be rented for a symbolic price. There are 4 zones: for families, representatives of non-traditional orientation and two zones for nudists.

To relax on this coast, it is enough to walk from the city to the coast along 9 street0180 Avenida de Tirajana . After overcoming the entrance arch, a landscape of turquoise waters and deep golden sands will open before the tourist.

Los Patos Beach

A huge nudist beach is located on the island Tenerife and is quite far from civilization. Here the coast is covered with black volcanic sand, which is washed by powerful and high waves. The place is hard to reach for a typical tourist, so it was chosen by surfers and modest nudists.

From the city of La Orotava, you can get to the coast if you move along the street Camino San Diego . The car will have to be left near the restaurant, which will meet on the way, or nearby. Further, about 500 meters – only on foot along the gorge “Barranco del Pino” . Driving is not allowed here as it is a private area.

Cofete Beach

The Cofete coast is located on Fuerteventura and stretches for about 12 km . Nudists are very fond of this place for its extraordinary energy. The place is more likely for extreme people, as there are always very strong winds and a rough undercurrent. The beach itself is perhaps the most inaccessible in the region. But this is what he attracts the romantic nature of naked people.

You can get to this wild place by car, heading past the town of Morro Jable , turning right. There you can see a sign with the same name of the coast.

The sand dunes and changing waves of Spain’s coastline are beyond words. An inquisitive tourist should definitely visit a couple of beaches in this beautiful country. Well, to undress or not – everyone will decide for himself.

Exploring the Canary Islands. Part two: the beaches.

I continue my series of posts about the Canary Islands and how to choose the best island for your first trip.

And I’ll start with the fact that I will absolutely categorically declare: no matter which island you choose, you will not be mistaken. Provided that you do not harbor illusions and hopes that these islands cannot justify. And this is, in principle, the most important condition for a happy journey in any direction.

And, of course, for this you need to be at least a little prepared and understand. where you are going and what you will be dealing with, especially if you are prone to excessive self-criticism and excessive reflection, like me.

And I will try to share the information and the experience that we got during our trips to the Canary Islands.

I’ll start with the introductory data, so that it’s clear what we can really help to understand, and what we ourselves are not well aware of. And, of course, everyone will still look for their own and go precisely for this. Therefore, opinions and feelings from certain places can be very different for different people. I will say more, even my husband and I have a different view of which island is better, which one to start with and which one you want to return to. Therefore, I will share what was important and attractive for me.

So: 4 islands, 4 trips.

Tenerife , September 2011, 7 days, lived in the north in Puerto de la Cruz, explored only part of the northern coast of the island (we had very little time, it was our very, very first island in life, we are up to the end didn’t know what to do with it).

Fuerteventura , late May – early June 2015, 15 days, lived in the east in Caleta de Fuste, explored the island by 80 percent (by research in this case I mean visiting beaches, big cities, resorts, famous natural attractions ).

Gran Canaria , January 2017, 12 days, lived in the west in Puerto Rico, explored 2/3 of the island (part of the roads were blocked, and we could not get to the northwestern part of the island).

Lanzarote October 2017, 10 days, lived east in Puerto del Carmen, explored 90 percent of the island and even visited the neighboring island of Graciosa.

Now I turn to the criteria by which I will share knowledge about the island.

In this paragraph, I will talk about the beaches that we visited in the Canary Islands, describe those that we liked the most.

1. Tenerife

We lived in the north of the island in the city of Puerto de la Cruz and we had two beaches within walking distance.

Playa Jardin

This beach was visible from the window of our apartments and was literally 7 minutes walk. The beach is quite exotic because of the black volcanic sand. Near the beach there was a wonderful garden (landscape design by Cesar Manrique), hence the name of Jardin Beach. All kinds of palm trees, cacti and tropical flowers grew in this garden. In contrast to the blue water of the ocean, it all looked insanely beautiful.

The beach itself was divided by volcanic rocks into several parts, smoothly passing into each other.

And what sunsets there were!

Playa Martianez

This beach was also black, but I liked it much less. Firstly, there are almost always waves here, and the beach is considered a good place for surfing, and secondly, it is located right next to the crowded embankment. And there was no such feeling of solitude and comfort as on Hardin Beach.

In addition to the beaches in the city where we lived, we looked at the beach near the capital of the island, Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Playa las teresitas

Cozy well-groomed beach.

Las Teresitas is a beach with light sand, beautiful palm trees and absolutely no waves. We went there twice. But, to be honest, during the second trip, I felt that the unusual and originality of the black sand beach attracted me even more.

We also went to Garachico to see the natural lava pools, but the storm prevented us from swimming in them.

That’s actually all about our beaches in Tenerife. That is, from personal experience, we managed to see quite a bit. And of those beaches that we still saw, it seems to me that Hardin Beach is definitely worth attention. Just because of the black sand and marvelous garden. But if you are still a fan of white sand, then, of course, this place may disappoint you.

2.Fuerteventura

For me, Fuerteventura is just the most beach island. We visited most of the island’s beaches. We traveled it up and down, and went to some places we especially liked twice.

I will share the best, in my opinion, beaches of this island.

And here, for sure, everyone will find a place for themselves. There are areas reserved for surfing and kiting, and there are just almost deserted wild places, where only a couple of people are tens of meters away.

For me, this is perhaps the most favorite beach of Fuerteventura, and perhaps even all four islands combined. Sotavento is incredibly beautiful. And the color of the water, and the sand. I called it “kilometers of happiness”.

Playa Corralejo

Speaking about this beach, I would like to draw your attention right away that the island has the Corralejo resort of the same name, and it also has its own small city beach, which also bears the same name. But here I am not writing about him. For he is actually small and not particularly remarkable.

As for the Corralejo beach I’m talking about, it stretches along the sand dunes of the same name. In places it is quite wild. Only the dunes, the beach and the ocean.

And it’s easy to be completely alone there too.

And get lost in crazy beauty.

But there is also a small part of this beach, near which there are hotels.

But it’s also very nice and cozy there.

The color of the water is also absolutely amazing.

Playa Esquinzo

Another beautiful long beach, close to Sotavento and Morro Jable.

Playa Cofete

This beach is often singled out as the highlight of the island, because unlike the postcard beaches of the south, this northern beach is quite harsh, but beautiful in its own way. There is almost always a strong wind and huge waves. And to get here, you have to go through a mountain pass on a dirt road. But it’s worth it.

Playa El Cotillo

Also a very nice and cozy beach. And even though when we came to it, there were big waves and we didn’t swim, but we admired its beauty with pleasure.

But if you still want something unusual, you can go to the black sand beaches.

Playa Ajuy

This is a small cozy beach in the village of the same name.

The combination of dark sand and bright blue water made me very happy there. In addition, very close to this beach there are also caves that are worth a visit.

This is not the whole list of beaches that we visited in Fuerteventura, I just highlighted those that are worth special attention. And they can serve as a pleasant argument in favor of Fuerteventura.

3. Gran Canaria

On the island of Cran Canaria we settled in the resort town of Puerto Rico. The city itself is divided into two parts, older and newer. And accordingly, each of the parts has its own beach. We really liked the beach in the new part of the town, where we just lived.

Playa los Amadores

This is a small city beach with very beautiful colored water.

And despite the fact that it is a city, it is very cozy and pleasant. And the water is clean and clear. They even found a starfish.

Playa Maspalomas

This is a beautiful, almost wild beach, stretching for 8 kilometers along the sand dunes of the same name.

The beach is divided into three parts: a part for naturists, a part for the LGBT community and the rest for everyone. But walking along the coast or along the dunes, in any case, you go through all the parts. If this bothers you, you can simply stay on the part adjacent to the resort of the same name.

Despite the length, there were quite a lot of people wandering along the coast. But it is worth deviating into the dunes. how you get into the kingdom of sand, where you can be alone with yourself and the elements.

Playa del Ingles

This is another fairly long beach, which is located in the resort town of the same name and goes into Maspalamos beach. Or Maspalamos goes into it. In general, they smoothly pass into each other.

We got there in the evening. There were small waves. But we jumped great on the waves.

In general, we liked it. But Los Amadaros beach was cozier and more beautiful for us.

We visited several more beaches, including the capital, but, to be honest, we were not particularly impressed by them.

4. Lanzarote

In Lanzarote we lived in the resort town of Perto del Carmen, which had three beaches within walking distance. But as Sasha joked, we were not allowed to see them in the light of day, because we always traveled somewhere. But this is not entirely true, of course. On the nearest beach of the same name with the city, I went almost every morning to meet the dawn. And on the beach of Chica, which was a little further, we went snorkeling several times, and once even in the morning. But we really mostly went to various other beaches, but on ours we swam at sunset. Lanzarote is a small island though. but there are plenty of beaches.

Playa Papagayo

This is the beach in the south of the island. It is considered the most popular in Lanzarote. Framed by rocks, with light sand, remote from the cities, it is really very good.

And even small cafes on the rock do not spoil the atmosphere of privacy.

At first, of course, I was confused by the number of people. but surprisingly, this did not interfere in the slightest with enjoying this place. Maybe because we were swimming all the time. And snorkeling here is very, very good. The water is clean, crowds of fish, giant sea urchins and even underwater caves. Definitely a must see.

And even more so, there are four more pretty beaches nearby.

Playa Mujeres

This rather wide and long beach is located a little further from Papagayo Beach and together with several other beaches they form such an extended chain of beaches on the south coast of Lanzarote. If you wish, you can get around them all by walking along the rocks.

There were much fewer people on this beach, even though it is some hundreds of meters from Papagayo. The water here is also the cleanest and the color is very beautiful.

My husband liked this beach even more.

Playa San Marcial caelton

Yes, this is this tiny beach. Frankly, I didn’t even know that he had his own separate name. I thought it was a continuation of Mujeres beach, because it is just behind a rock. But nevertheless it is considered a separate beach.

I saw him from the cliff and he attracted me with his secrecy. It was impossible to resist.

We swam there. There were four people at the most.

Playa Caleton Blanco

This beach is made up of several secluded beaches in the northeast of the island.

The place is incredibly beautiful. You are driving along the road along the lava fields, and suddenly snow-white sand and green bushes appear out of nowhere.

They say that this sand was on the whole island before the volcanic eruptions.

There is such a funny cove in this place. You need to go through shallow water, overgrown with algae and lava stones, and find yourself a little deeper, where there is clean sand at the bottom and bright turquoise water.

The second part of this beach consists of such small lakes, one might say, separated by lava stones. There is nothing to do here at low tide. But at high tide you can enjoy lying in such an ocean lake.

Playa Famara

This is a rather long wild beach near the rocks. He reminded me of Cofete in Fuerteventura. Very interesting and unusual. Well, the waves there are two meters. Paradise for surfers.

And just on this beach my camera stopped shooting. So there are few good photos from there. But it’s really worth it to see it. Or even ride a board.

Playa Orzola

This is the northernmost beach of the island near the town of the same name. And to be honest, swimming is prohibited there.

There are huge waves. But the color of the water is there! Yes, and rocks, and a view of the neighboring island! If you pass by, be sure to stop by. especially from the city of some couple of minutes on the dirt road.

In fact, there are many more beaches in Lanzarote, and we have visited almost all of them. Including black sand beaches. They are there too.

So, summing up all of the above and based on the experience that we got from visiting these four Canary Islands, I can say that:

1. There are beaches for every taste on every island.
2. More secluded and wild, but very beautiful beaches in Fuerteventura and Lanzarote.
3. Fuerteventura is still the most beachy of all the islands.

Thus, if your goal is a beach holiday, and you want to soak up the ocean, lie on the warm sand, just admire the beautiful beaches, then I would definitely recommend starting with Fuerteventura (top 1 in beach holidays) or Lanzarote (top -2).

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With zero time difference and excellent family hotels, Tenerife is one of Europe’s most child-friendly islands. Throw in average winter highs of 22 °C, long sandy stretches, and a great selection of all-inclusive hotels, and you’ve got yourself a year-round beach getaway for all ages. It’s easy to capture kids’ imaginations with dramatic volcanic moonscapes, fairy-tale forests and glittering galaxies. Add thrilling water parks, ziplines through lush canopies and cable cars to mountaintops for Tenerife family holidays that even the most nonchalant of teens will enjoy.

Our best family hotels in Tenerife

Family holidays to Tenerife are a dream at these hotels with kids’ clubs, splash parks and jam-packed entertainment.

LABRANDA Suites Costa Adeje

With two outdoor swimming pools and a rich activity programme, LABRANDA Suites Costa Adeje is one of the best family hotels in Tenerife. No need to worry about little ones getting bored – there’s a kids’ club, children’s swimming pool, splash park, play area and games room on site. So you can bask in the sun and grab a seat at one of two pool bars, safe in the knowledge your kids are having the time of their lives.

Laguna Park II

Located in the upmarket enclave of Costa Adeje, Laguna Park II is an attractive cluster of terracotta-hued buildings tumbling down to a sun-glistening pool. You’re close to the famed Aqualand and Siam Park water parks, with on-site car or bike rental making these must-see attractions easy to reach.

Hollywood Mirage

This sleek sugar-white hotel is fit for Hollywood, with classical architecture and luxurious apartments. During your stay at the Hollywood Mirage, one of the best family hotels in Tenerife, channel your inner A-lister at the lavish spa, while kids are kept busy with entertainment galore.

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Best family-friendly beaches in Tenerife

Take advantage of the island’s year-round balmy weather and beautiful coastline at these family-friendly beaches in Tenerife.

Playa de Las Teresitas

A mile-long arc of golden sand, Playa de Las Teresitas is a calm bay sheltered by an artificial reef. Shallow waters lap powdery sand, all against a dramatic backdrop of the Anaga Mountains. There’s a lifeguard on duty, plus showers, deck chairs and parasols.

Playa Jardín

Part of a swimming complex designed by César Manrique, this black volcanic-sand beach is edged by botanical gardens dotted with terraced waterfalls. Views are spectacular: the churning Atlantic on one side; the banana plantations of the Orotava Valley the other. Tide pools dot the shoreline, and a playground with a lovely garden backs onto the beach.

Playa de Fañabé

A cappuccino-coloured stretch of sand, Playa de Fañabé is an adventure hotspot with parasailing, banana boat rides, jet skis and pedalos. For wee ones, there’s a children’s playground, crazy golf and a palm-lined oceanfront promenade.

Playa Honda

While buzzy Playa de Troya is the largest beach in Playa de las Américas, nearby Playa Honda is its quieter alter-ego. Though considered more of a surfing beach, a large tide pool and a scattering of smaller pools are ideal for small kids. At low tide, the warm, shallow water is perfect for non-swimmers to splash and play in.

Playa de las Teresitas

With icing-sugar sand and nodding palms, this showstopper can be found just northeast of the capital, against a backdrop of Anaga mountains. Breakwaters create a calm, shallow lagoon teeming with fish – perfect for everything from paddling to snorkelling.

Playa de los Gigantes

Just a tiny 200m-long stretch of black sand, this slender west-coast beach is dwarfed by the 800m-tall cliffs it’s named after – Los Gigantes. Bookended by these sheer rockfaces and the marina’s sea wall, this sheltered beach is an idyllic swimming spot when the water is calm. Whale-watching and scuba-diving trips can be booked at the marina.

Playa de las Vistas

Sieved every morning to keep it clean and soft, the honeyed sands of Playa de las Vistas started life in the Sahara Desert. Now it is lapped by calm waters on Tenerife’s most family-friendly beach. Perks include pushchair access and lifeguards on duty.

Best things to do for families in Tenerife

From racing down water slides through shark tanks, to climbing through a Jurassic world of volcanic mountains, family holidays in Tenerife aren’t short on adventure.

Siam Park water park

Siam Park consistently tops TripAdvisor’s hotlist of the best water parks in the world, and it’s easy to see why. Flumes and pipes wend through lush tropical gardens, and a man-made white-sand beach wraps around a turquoise lagoon. Thrill-seekers will love the Tower of Power which plunges 28m down a near-vertical slope, zooming at speeds of up to 50mph through shark tanks. To bring the heart rate back down, shift down a few gears in the wave pool and lazy river.

El Teide

For a dose of adventure on your Tenerife family holiday, you can’t beat Mount Teide. At a staggering 12,198ft, the dormant volcano is Spain’s highest peak. While you can hike to the summit in a mere five hours, the most kid-friendly ascent is by cable car. Gawp at the martian landscapes of Parque Nacional del Teide, watching looming rock formations shrink to the size of raisins as you climb ever-higher. Even the most nonchalant of teens will be captivated by views from the snow-capped summit of the world’s third-largest volcano.

Forestal Park

Kids can channel their inner Tarzan at the Canary Islands’ largest woodland adventure park. Whizz from tree to tree 100ft above the ground, scaling rope bridges, wooden ledges, ladders and swings. The highlight is zooming through the forest canopy on ziplines suspended among the treetops. The highest zipline is an adrenaline-rushing 755 feet – the longest in the Canaries.

Whale-watching trips

Catch a glimpse of pods of bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales skimming through the waters on an ethical wildlife-spotting tour. Puerto Colon marina in Costa Adeje is the best place to pick up a boat trip, as the surrounding waters brim with cetaceans.

Lago Martiánez

Hewn into Tenerife’s rocky north coast, this huge man-made saltwater lake is part of an impressive water complex. Seven swimming pools connect with sun terraces and beautifully landscaped grounds, all designed by local artist César Manrique. Be sure to look out for the huge geyser. A cluster of restaurants and bars makes it a great day trip for Tenerife family holidays.

Museum of Science and the Cosmos

Aspiring astronomers will love the Museum of Science and the Cosmos. Set in San Cristóbal de La Laguna, this cultural centre reveals the natural spectacle of the planets and the galaxies in all their glory. A cross between a theme park and a museum, expect traditional exhibits interspersed with hands-on experiments. A fun place to learn and be inspired.

FAQs

• How long is the flight from the UK to Tenerife?
• What’s the easiest way to get from the airport to Tenerife hotels?
• Which area is best for families in Tenerife?
• How do you get around Tenerife?
• Is there family-friendly nightlife in Tenerife?

How long is the flight from the UK to Tenerife?

The average flight time from London to Tenerife is around four hours and 25 minutes. Most budget airlines land at Tenerife South Airport, though a few flights arrive at Tenerife North airport. You’ll typically find direct flights available from Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

What’s the easiest way to get from the airport to Tenerife hotels?

The drive from Tenerife South Airport to the south/southwest coast takes 15–30 minutes and to Los Gigantes 40 minutes. Transfers to Puerto de la Cruz take 50–60 minutes. From Tenerife North airport, transfers to Puerto de la Cruz take 25 minutes and to Santa Cruz take 10 minutes. It’s easy to arrange private transfers to your hotel when you book your holiday package deal. Alternatively, taxis, public buses and shuttle buses for large groups are available at the airport.

Which area is best for families in Tenerife?

The south coast is at the heart of the action for family holidays to Tenerife. You’ll find hotels for every budget, miles of white sand beaches and family-friendly activities like watersports and boat excursions.

How do you get around Tenerife?

There is an excellent bus network on Tenerife, with services running from both airports to most of the major beach resorts. We’d suggest hiring a car, however, for the most flexible and cost-effective way of travelling around Tenerife. A coastal motorway circumnavigates two-thirds of the island and it’s an easy drive to most beach resorts. Most of the resorts one the south coast are located within easy walking distance of the beach, if not right on the sand. Organised tours are a great way for families to visit nearby attractions, like El Teide and whale-watching trips.

Is there family-friendly nightlife in Tenerife?

Though Tenerife is famous for its beach clubs and raucous nightlife, you’ll find plenty to do with the kids. From themed dinner shows to live music and cultural activities, all-inclusive hotels offer a range of nighttime entertainment.

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South of Tenerife Holidays | Booking Tenerife Transfer

The south part of Tenerife is a region of the island unquestionably beautiful and attractive for any tourist. Nobody gets bored of going there, since its charm calls visitors again and again.

The island has it all to please its visitors of South of Tenerife Holidays. From the most adventurous tourists looking for hot sunny days, open air and spectacular beaches, to the romantic travelers who get delighted discovering the history and the secrets each of the towns in this southern area hides.

South of Tenerife Holidays can be reached by plane landing at the Reina Sofía airport. This air terminal is one of the busiest in the Canary Islands. Visitors can get there from continental Spain or from any country in the European Community.

Once on the island, the best way to travel is by hiring the services of Booking Tenerife Transfer, straight from the airport to the hotel, and then to the different destinations during the stay.

However, renting a car is recommendable during long holidays.

What to see in South Tenerife?

There is a lot that can be done and seen in the south part of the island, it all depends on the available time. There are options ranging from one-day tours, up to full plans for 4 days or more.

The following are some the most interesting activities to enjoy and places worth visiting for any first-time traveler.

Watching marine fauna

This is a very popular activity among tourists, since it offers the exciting experience to spot dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. Seeing cetaceans in the wild is quite an amazing spectacle that can be enjoyed alone, or in group of friends or with the family and kids.

Although they may seem similar, in your South of Tenerife Holidays there may be no two identical excursions, since those animals are wild and unpredictable in their behavior. Therefore, tourists can expect a surprise every time.

Usually, these tours take between 2 and 5 hours. And depending on the tour package booked, the trip may include onboard meals or the option of a taking a dip in the sea at a certain point.

Adeje

A lot has been said about the beauty and charm of Adeje’s beaches. However, there’s more than white sands and warm waters, since local people have many things to show about the island’s cultural heritage.

One of them is the convent of Our Lady of Guadalupe and San Pablo, which in 1986 was declared a place of Cultural Interest and one of the most visited sites in the town.

La Casa Fuerte is also one of the ancient points in the town and has received in 1986 the same recognition as Cultural Heritage. It is worth taking a tour through both places and visiting the rest of the historic center as well.

Vilaflor de Chasna

This town has a very quiet, rural atmosphere that invites the visitor to take a relaxed walk away from the crowded areas. It has been established upon an elevation some 5,000 ft (1,500 m) above the sea that offers impressive views of the island and the ocean any time of the year.

There’s a viewpoint near Mount Teide, so it’s an ideal place for hiking, especially the routes of the Camino del Pino Enano and the lunar landscape, a unique volcanic scene.

Arona

This is a fishing village with a very special attraction. It might be said that this is the place with the most maritime connections in Tenerife.

Among its main attractions is a centenary seedling in the historic downtown that has become a part of its cultural heritage.

In Arona visitors will be amazed by the paradisiacal Los Cristianos beach, one of the tourists’ favorites. It is also possible to visit the Guaza Mountain Natural Monument, the Malpaís de la Rasca Special Natural Reserve and the Roque de Jama Park.

Perfect surf beaches

Wave lovers will find in your South of Tenerife Holidays the best beaches for bodyboarding and surfing. Perfect riptides are easy to find throughout the year. Both experts and beginners will get a lot of fun riding rough waves at all levels of difficulty.

Even people who have never surfed or those wishing to improve their surfing skills will have the chance to take 2-hour private lessons from expert coaches, at affordable fees.

One of the best surfing locations is Las Galletas beach, with zones of different difficulty, and there’s a small town nearby. Las Américas, Las Palmeras and El Conquistador are three beaches that offer the surfers waves of different heights and difficulty.

In most of those beaches, surfers will find all the services they need to practice their favorite sport.

Photographers, both amateurs and pros, will also find quite a lot of places to take fabulous shots of the wonderful natural landscapes typical of the southern coast of Tenerife.

Tenerife South, ES Vacation Rentals: villa rentals & more

Discover a selection of 7,000 vacation rentals in Tenerife South, ES that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and private pools. Prices start at $42 per night, and villas and houses are popular options for a stay in Tenerife South. Either way, you’ll find a rental for everyone’s needs.

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Stayed Sep 2022

The best vacation ever in Palm Mar

Upscaled apartmemt. Perfect location , close to the beach and to all bars and restaurants. Enjoyed going to the beach, local restaurants and also absolutely gorgeous balcony. You can literally live there. Great pool upstairs. Overall perfect. 5 stars…

Yuri L.

Stayed Aug 2022

Fantastic holiday stay

Fabulous 2 week stay at Amesita.
Seclusion was wonderful.
We didn’t hire a car, taxi’s we’re easy to book. Between 5-7 euro down to Lidle/Aldi/Mercadona for shopping. And 12-15 into main Costa Adeje/La Caleta.
We enjoyed the walk down the mountain! …

Danielle H.

Stayed Aug 2022

Séjour au top

La maison est très bien mais manque d’entretien, son emplacement très proche de l’aéroport et du golf la rend bruyante la nuit . …mais au delà de ça le propriétaire, les gérants, le personnel de piscine et de ménage sont tous très sympathique.
Nous …

Magali Y.

Stayed Aug 2022

In 1 woord : fan-tas-tisch

Het is huis zo gaaf!!! Elke dag blij wakker worden! Mooi dakterras , beneden mooi balkon met wel 2 zitjes! Tot in detail alles goed verzorgd. Wifi,.. even goed als thuis,. Dus voor onze tienerkinderen en ook voor ons heel erg fijn! Er is ook netglix!…

astrid m.

Stayed Jul 2022

Lovely villa – great holiday!

Just returned from 2 weeks here. We were very happy with the communication with the owner, the price and the accommodation as advertised. The villa is in a residential area and apart from some neighbours and traffic noise, its mostly quiet. A short w…

Stuart C.

Stayed Jun 2022

Perfect Stay

Where do I start, everything was just fabulous. Fabio the host was most helpful, talking us through everything on arrival & also offering to book us taxis to and from las Americas etc. The villa had everything we needed including essential items left…

Hannah P.

Stayed Jun 2022

Perfect Place

We had a great time at William’s place the shower is first class and the sun on the balcony was perfect this is our second stay at this apartment and still has good.
The host is very good and always replies immediately to you nothing to complain abou…

susan k.

Stayed Jun 2022

Sehr netter und hilfsbereiten Gastgeber! Schöne Wohnung, sehr ruhig, gut ausgestattete Küche, absolu

Wohnung ist schnell vom Flughafen / Fährhaus zu erreichen in sehr ruhiger Anlage. Grosse, tolle Terasse. Schöne Pools, die wir fast immer für uns alleine hatten. Die Wohnung ist mit allen Annehmlichkeiten ausgestattet, der Vermieter äußerst nett, unk…

Bettina Z.

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What are the top vacation rentals in Tenerife South?

Elegant mansions, tranquil houseboats and sprawling homes — everyone’s ideal escape is different. Whatever you’re into, you’re sure to find something to tantalize you among our top vacation rentals in Tenerife South:

• Casa Casilda, South Of Tenerife: If you’re looking for someplace in San Miguel de Abona with 2 bedrooms and the comforts of home, this escape will tick your boxes. Amenities include coffee and tea making facilities and a DVD player.
• Casa Yoel “privacy, Warmth, Guaranteed Rest: Put your luggage down and your feet up at this sought-after getaway in Granadilla de Abona. It comes with 3 bedrooms, a nearby marina, a nearby laundromat and more.

For even more great options, use the search bar at the top of the page to find the perfect Tenerife South vacation rental for you.

What are the top-rated vacation rentals for weekend getaways in Tenerife South?

If vacation rentals were famous actors, these would be on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! If you’re chasing an unforgettable weekend getaway in Tenerife South, take a peek at the following options:

• Finca San Agustin – The Rio De Arico Tenerife: Treat yourself to a few nights of downtime at this comfortable retreat in El Río. Along with its cool vibe, it comes with a microwave oven and air conditioning. Eager to get outdoors and see the sights? Natural attractions including Playa de las Galletas and Las Galgas are not too far away.
• Romantic Rustic House Gardens Porch Chimney Views Mountain Mountain Granadilla: With conveniences including a TV and internet services, we promise you’ll feel right at home at this Yaco retreat. Nature buffs will love checking out the local sights, such as Las Ventanas de Guimar Trail and Playa de la Enramada.

Can I find studio apartments for rent in Tenerife South?

Easy to keep clean and tidy and with everything you need at arm’s reach, studio apartments are a fantastic choice if you’re traveling solo or with your significant other. If you’re searching for someplace small and comfy to call home while you’re away, check out these studio apartments for rent in Tenerife South:

• Stay at Romantic Rustic House Gardens Porch Chimney Views Mountain Mountain Granadilla and you’ll be in the perfect position to cross off cultural attractions like Puerto de la Cruz Archaeological Museum and Arona Pyramid. A washing machine and a kitchen are two amenities at this property in Yaco.
• Located in Granadilla de Abona, San JosÉ Rural House is another wonderful base for your adventure. When you’ve finished checking out highlights like Medieval Adventure at Castillo San Miguel and Piramides de Guimar Archaeological Site, take advantage of golf and a garden back at your apartment.

Can I find short term rentals in Tenerife South?

Tenerife South has short-term rentals to match all budgets and styles. Whether you’re yearning for a few quiet nights all by yourself or a long-overdue catch up with family, we’ll help you find the perfect retreat. Here are a couple of top options to get you started:

• Located near the heart of El Río, Finca San Agustin – The Rio De Arico Tenerife is terrific for a short-term stay. Use it as a base to discover top attractions in the area, such as Playa Grande.
• Alternatively, pack your bags and head for Romantic Rustic House Gardens Porch Chimney Views Mountain Mountain Granadilla. This Yaco property will put you near Golf del Sur Course and a host of other interesting attractions.

What are the best romantic weekend getaways in Tenerife South?

If you really want to impress your someone special, take them someplace special! Organize a romantic weekend getaway in Tenerife South at one of these properties and let love bloom:

• Unleash your inner Casanova at Casa Casilda, South Of Tenerife. This San Miguel de Abona vacation rental is custom-made for romance, with amenities like a nearby beach and duty free shops to help set the mood.
• Alternatively, plan an amorous weekend escape at Casa Yoel “privacy, Warmth, Guaranteed Rest. Located in Granadilla de Abona, it offers a nearby marina, an ocean view and more.

What are the best large group vacation rentals in Tenerife South?

If your idea of a dream getaway is to bring along your nearest and dearest, you’re going to need a whole lot of space. Luckily, there are plenty of vacation rentals in Tenerife South that will house large groups, starting with these sprawling retreats:

• Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Bar/games Room: This getaway is a terrific choice for large groups wanting to stay in Granadilla de Abona. It has 5 bedrooms and many great amenities, including a pool table and a stovetop.
• Luxury Villa Adeje Private Heated 10x4m Pool Cinema Disco Panoramic Sea Views: This getaway in Adeje has 6 bedrooms, so don’t worry about leaving anybody off your guest list. Coffee and tea making facilities and an oven are among its many highlights.

What are the best houses for rent with a pool in Tenerife South?

You’ll have your pick of houses with a pool in Tenerife South, so slip on your swimsuit and get set to spend your days splashing about. Here are two popular options to tempt you:

• The pool at Romantic Rustic House Gardens Porch Chimney Views Mountain Mountain Granadilla will add a whole new dimension of fun to your adventure. Located in Yaco, this retreat also comes with a living room and outdoor furniture.
• Relax beside the water while the kids splash around at San JosÉ Rural House. This property in Granadilla de Abona features a range of conveniences to keep your team comfortable and content, such as games and golf.

What are the best large family vacation rentals in Tenerife South?

Maybe you’re planning a trip to celebrate a special milestone, or reuniting with loved ones you haven’t seen for months. Whatever the reason, you’ll likely want plenty of space. One of our large family vacation rentals in Tenerife South could be just the ticket:

• Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Bar/games Room in Granadilla de Abona will make your family trip one to remember. It has 5 bedrooms sleeping up to 16 people and a range of amenities, including pet-friendly services and coffee and tea making facilities.
• Romantic Villa, Few Minutes From The Beach And Mountain in La Sabinita is another top pick. You’ll be able to invite up to 7 guests to this retreat which has 3 bedrooms, air conditioning, a pool and more.

Are there one-bedroom vacation rentals in Tenerife South?

From cozy cabins to enormous country houses and everything in between, Vrbo has rental properties in every shape and size. If you don’t need lots of space, one of our one-bedroom vacation rentals might be ideal for you:

• Get away on your own or take a few friends with you to Romantic Rustic House Gardens Porch Chimney Views Mountain Mountain Granadilla in Yaco. When you’re not checking out the surrounding area, make good use of a stovetop and towels.
• San JosÉ Rural House in Granadilla de Abona is another enticing option that offers convenience, character and comfort. Useful amenities include a nearby laundromat and a fridge.

Can I find two-bedroom vacation rentals in Tenerife South?

You’ll find plenty of two-bedroom vacation rentals on Vrbo. If you’re vacationing with a small group of friends, one of these properties will make an excellent base for your Tenerife South vacation:

• Shift straight into vacay mode at Casa Casilda, South Of Tenerife. A washing machine and a nearby zoo are some of the amenities you’ll have at your fingertips at this two-bedroom retreat in San Miguel de Abona.
• Finca San Agustin – The Rio De Arico Tenerife is another popular option. Take advantage of internet services, a heated pool and more at this El Río property.

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Tenerife at a glance

Why do two million people from the UK choose Tenerife as a holiday destination each year? Is it the fabulous beaches, stunning scenery, breath-taking volcano and tremendous amenities? Yes. But there is one more crucial consideration.

The wonderful weather.

Tenerife, only a few hours from the UK, has a sub-tropical climate and is warm and sunny all year round. It is known as the island of eternal spring. Catch an early flight and be on the beach, in the sea or on the first tee in the afternoon.

Let’s take a quick look at those other reasons.

The beaches: There are more than 50 on an island 60 miles long. They are mostly long, lovely and white or golden sand. Many are made of sand imported from the Sahara Desert and some are black sand made of volcanic lava. The lava created natural pools at the sea’s edge and some are perfect for swimming. Sunbeds and parasols, and just about every water activity you can think of, are available in the resorts.

The scenery: Breathtaking – towering coastal cliffs, natural parks, mountains, valleys, pine forests, a lunar landscape of lava, gorgeous villages and culturally-rich historic towns. Look out for unusual Canarian dragon trees.

The volcano:  There are lots on Tenerife, but one literally stands out. Mount Teide is the highest mountain in Spain. A cable car takes you close to the 3,700-metre summit. The views are out-of-this-world. Teide dominates a national park so special it is a world heritage park.

The amenities:  Hotels range from superb all-inclusive luxury to family-friendly self-catering apartments. Restaurants offer all types of international cuisine and this is Spain – there are tapas bars everywhere. Think of a sport and you can almost certainly play it.  There’s an impressive mix of land and sea excursions.

So, as you can see, whatever you want, whenever you want it, you are likely to find it on warm and welcoming Tenerife.

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Where to stay in Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz

Seduced by the exceptional climate, stunning scenic landscapes and dramatic coastlines of Tenerife, visitors flock here every year.

Playa de las Americas

The largest and most popular resort in Tenerife and a magnet for the young and lively with a plethora of bars and clubs.

Los Cristianos

Holidays to Los Cristianos are considerably more relaxing than its party filled neighbour Playa de las Americas.

Costa Adeje

Costa Adeje is ideal for families with children and couples looking for an upmarket alternative to its busier neighbour Playa de las Americas.

Callao Salvaje

This small quiet resort lies 12 kms North West of Playa de las Americas where you can find all of the nightlife.

Costa Del Silencio

On the southern tip of Tenerife is Costa Del Silencio. Perfect for holidays who want a slightly quieter holiday than a major resort.

Golf Del Sur

A peaceful town located in the southern corner of Tenerife.

Playa Paraiso

Guia De Isora

Guía de Isora is a municipality in the south-west of Tenerife and comprises 17 small towns and villages. 
Several of those villages are on the coast, including the fishing village of Playa San Juan, which has become a quiet tourist area. The rest of the munic…

Top Hotels in Tenerife

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Best Time to Visit Tenerife

If you were a weather forecaster for Tenerife you’d be fed up with talking about the sun, which shines nearly all the time, and very excited about rain, that is a rarity.

Visitors who flee the UK’s winter chill can expect to spend Christmas or the New Year in shorts and a T-shirt during the day, especially if they are on the south side of the island where temperatures will be around 20 degrees Celsius. The sun can shine for seven hours a day. During the summer there is little chance of rain and the temperature soars to the high 20s and low 30s.

Tenerife has two climate zones, north and south. It gets chillier on the wetter, windier northern side, where it has been known to snow on high ground in winter. Most rain is likely to fall there in January and February. As a result, it is lusher and greener.  

Autumn in both the north and south is often quieter. The weather is good, the sea still has its summer warmth and evenings warm enough to eat outside.

Easter can be a busy time as most towns have Holy Week fiestas, called Semana Santa. The weather is generally good.  Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Puerto de la Cruz have the largest and most spectacular carnivals in February or March. There are also “end of summer” carnivals in September.

Tenerife Travel Advice

Car Hire: One of the best ways to explore the amazing landscapes of Tenerife is to hire a car. Most of the roads are good and you can drive around the 350km (217 mile) “autopista” coastal route comfortably in a sight-seeing day. Some of the mountain roads can be hairy. There are many car hire outlets. Drive on the right.

Buses: Look out for the distinctive bright green Titsa Buses. The local word for buses is guaguas, pronounced wa-wa. Services connecting main towns and resorts are regular, elsewhere less so. There is an easy to follow, detailed and downloadable timetable on-line.  Fare discounts are available. Getting on the last bus of the day can be a scrum.

Taxis: There is a sign setting out taxi fares at the airport. The “Guia de Horarios” bus timetable from the airport information booth includes a price guide for taxis. They are usually large white Mercedes. Larger groups than family-size can be accommodated in “un grande” (pronounced grand-ay) which is a people carrier or minibus. Check the fare with the driver at the start of the journey. Most drivers speak English.

Trams: Tenerife has the only tram network in the Canaries. There are two lines in Santa Cruz, the capital, and 20 five-car trams each capable of carrying up to 200 passengers.  One of the services goes to the nearby historic town of La Laguna. Fares start at less than two euros. A third line is planned.  There are no trains on the island.

Ferries: Tenerife’s capital, Santa Cruz, is a hub of ferry and hydrofoil travel to the other islands of the Canaries and to Cadiz in southern Spain.

Make the most of your trip Things to see & do

Visit Mount Teide

A massive volcanic mountain in a spectacular park provides an unforgettable day out.

Santa Cruz Food Market

An atmospheric food market in the capital city was the setting for a Masterchef contest.

Watch the night sky

Tenerife’s stars twinkle like no other and the world watches.

Wind Cave

Venture into Tenerife’s famous Wind Cave and discover how it was created.

4 things you probably didn’t know about Tenerife

Are you planning a holiday to Tenerife? Read our article to discover 4 things you probably didn’t know about Tenerife. From 15th century discoveries, nature’s world records and inspiration for a famous crime writer.

Walking in Tenerife

With moon-like volcanic landscapes, testing mountain hikes and lush flora thriving in a tropical climate, Tenerife offers keen walkers a world of new experiences. Read about walking in Tenerife in our blog.

Music in Tenerife

Pick your soundtrack when you holiday in Tenerife – from festival dance music, to classical, jazz, Latin, Irish and, of course, traditional Spanish and Canary Island rhythms. Read our guide to music in Tenerife.

Tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife

Tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife is a relatively young holiday destination. It is the northern part of Tenerife, the largest island of the Canary archipelago, that has long been a traditional holiday destination for wealthy northern European tourists until the early 1970s. However, its small quiet resort towns have ceased to meet modern requirements.

We needed more modern beach resorts capable of receiving more tourists coming to rest in the Canary Islands, where guests will not only enjoy the beauties of nature, but sunbathe and swim all year round, at more affordable prices. Then it was decided to develop the infrastructure of the south of Tenerife. The warmer south of the island, protected from unpredictable northern air currents by the Teide volcano, was to become the object of grandiose investments.

Despite the relatively short distance separating the north coast of Tenerife from the south, the climatic differences are very noticeable. The weather conditions of the south of Tenerife have the possibility of year-round tours to Spain.

Until the mid-seventies, the southern coastline was an almost lifeless semi-desert, with the exception of small fishing villages. The large-scale state project attracted national and foreign investors. In less than twenty years, the lifeless coast of Tenerife has changed, ultra-modern hotel complexes have shot up to the sky, and a tourist infrastructure has been created in parallel. A city has grown, specially created for a quality holiday in Spain, adding glory to the Canary archipelago as one of the best beach resorts in the world. Tourists planning tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife are advised to read the information on the most popular resorts on the island.

Playa de las Americas

Playa de las Americas, Tenerife’s largest beach resort, welcomes millions of tourists every year who organize beach tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife. The Las Americas resort is already quite popular among Russian tourists. Many restaurants offer Russian-language menus, and hotel complexes often have Russian-speaking staff.

When choosing tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife, travelers are advised to pay attention to a large selection of hotels of all possible price categories in Las Americas: from luxurious five-star hotels to modest tourist apartments, where it will be very convenient to accommodate a large family or a noisy youth company. The city was built relatively recently, so the new buildings meet modern European standards, rooms and apartments are equipped according to the latest technical requirements.

The tourist center consists exclusively of hotels, hotel, shopping, entertainment complexes, local residents serving tourists live mainly outside it, they come here only to work from different parts of the island. Entertainment centers Las Americas offer a huge selection of entertainment for all ages of tourists who organize tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife.

The sprawling resort has practically united two neighboring coasts, the western Costa Adejas and the eastern Los Cristianos, now it is actually one. The western part of Costa Adejas can be called a quiet respectable place, the central part has concentrated the main crowded, noisy tourist entertainment centers.

Tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife organized on the east side near the port of Los Cristianos suggest daytime activities. There are plenty of restaurants, bars, cafes open until midnight. The cuisine presented by the local restaurants is usually international, Mediterranean, seafood. Some five-star hotels can offer expensive gourmet cuisine.

Tourists choosing tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife in the Las Americas resort can organize a beach holiday on one of the 8 beautiful modernized comfortable beaches: Playa del Duque, Playa San Eugenio, Playa Fanabe, Playa del Camison, Playa de Troya, Playa del Bobo, Playa de La Pinta, Playa Torviscas. Protected from ocean waves by stone dams, you can swim on the beaches all year round and engage in water sports.

Each beach has a cafe, restaurant, rental of beach equipment, car parking. A pedestrian promenade is laid along the coast, a favorite place for tourists who organize tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife. Port of Los Cristianos offers boat trips, deep sea fishing, sea cruises. The bus station has connections with all the cities of the island of Tenerife, as well as with the South International Airport (20 kilometers).

Water Park Siam Park

Tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife include many interesting activities. One of such places of joint leisure activities is Siam Park on the Costa Adeje. One of the largest European water parks, Siam Park was built under the guidance of the Thai architect Rutai, the architectural solution of the water park imitates the natural landscape, the unique fabulous atmosphere of the kingdom of Thailand. During the opening of Siam Park on September 15, 2008, Princess Maha Chakri of Thailand was present.

A visit to a tropical oasis of water adventures will bring great pleasure to little guests, and not only. Skillfully recreated oriental world truly reflects the harmony of man with nature. The desalinated water of the largest swimming pool in Europe is heated to 25ºC, an artificial wave rising up to three meters allows you to surf.

During tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife, vacationers can ride on 14 types of attractions. Those who wish can visit the pavilion of sea lions, swim along a small river, slide down a 28-meter slide, experience turns of downhill skiing, eat in a Thai restaurant, giving yourself a fabulous pleasure.

Entrance fees:
adults – 28 €
children under 11 years old – 18 €

Playa Paraiso

Another popular and growing tourist center where tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife can be organized is the resort of Playa Paraiso. The tourist center belongs to the municipality of Adeje, south – west rocky coast of the island of Tenerife. Playa Paraiso uniting the neighboring resort towns of Cayao Salvaje, Costa Adeje creates a single coastline, very close to the South airport and the popular beach resort of Las Americas.

Surprisingly, however, the rocky coastline of Playa Paraiso, in Spanish “Paradise Beach”, does not yet have an equipped beach, although it has two bays with a natural black sand coast. An amazing cascade of pools filled with sea water compensates for the lack of a beach line for tourists. Playa Paraiso is recognizable by its 4 tall, inexpensive three-star twins: Club Paraiso, Oasis Paraiso, Paraiso Floral, which attract unpretentious tourists planning tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife with affordable prices. Nearby are more respectable hotels, four-star Bahia Principe, five-star Roca Nivaria.

Paradise, this stretch of Tenerife coastline, can confidently be called by lovers of fishing, both coastal and underwater. A tourist bus from each of the hotels will deliver travelers to the beautiful equipped beaches of the resort of Las Americas for free.

Playa Paraiso offers a quiet measured rest in Spain, all entertainment and attractions are available by bus or booked excursion tour to Spain in the south of the island.

El Medano

«>The resort of El Medano occupies the coastline of Tenerife to the east of Las Americas near the South airport. The name “médano” can be translated as a sand dune. The golden sand, which is not typical for these places, was blown by the wind from Africa, it formed a bizarre coastline. The coast of El Medano is known for its long sandy beaches, warm, crystal clear water. The beaches of El Medano and La Tejita annually receive the blue flag of the European Union and are among the most popular among holidaymakers who choose beach tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife.

Not so long ago, El Medano was a small fishing village, but now amateurs and professionals of all kinds of surfing seek to spend tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife. Thanks to the Teide volcano, which protects the southern coast from the cold northern air masses and the Atlantic trade winds, excellent conditions for surfing are created here almost all year round, the stages of the World Cup, the Spanish Championship in various types of surfing are held.

El Medano is located inside a natural reserve between two mountains, long dormant volcanoes. The first is called Montaña Roja – “Red Mountain” so named because of the color of the soil. The second is called Montaña Pelada – “Bald Mountain”, because of the bizarre rocks that were the result of exposure to strong Atlantic winds.

El Medano has a small sports resort, like its “windy” twin, the small youth resort of Tarifa, Spain’s southwestern continental coast of the Costa de la Luz.

Los Cristianos

Los Cristianos, a small resort town, with a permanent population of about 20,000 inhabitants, is engaged in serving tourists, fishing, partly occupied by servicing the seaport. Port of Los Cristianos, one of the two ports of Tenerife. In 1975, a reconstruction was made here, now there is a cargo-passenger ferry service from here to all the islands of the Canary archipelago. From here, tourists organizing tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife can make a sea voyage, go on sea fishing, visit traditional dolphin gathering places.

The town of Los Cristianos does not contain noteworthy historical sights, except for the traditional narrow streets of the Old Spanish Town, it is closely adjacent to the large ultra-modern beach resort of the Canary Islands, Las Americas, popular with Russians. The old seaside town of the 17th century brought its name “Christians” from the depths of centuries. During the colonial war, its inhabitants thus designated their religious affiliation, differing from the Guanches worshiping their gods.

The inexpensive resort of Los Cristianos is popular with German, English, North European tourists who buy tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife all year round. It is very easy to get here, thanks to the close (18 kilometers) location of the South Airport and the sea Port Columbus.

The favorable tropical climate, the expressive landscape of the coast, allows nature lovers to admire the surrounding views to spend an amazing holiday in Spain. Not intended for rest by noisy companies, Los Cristianos has the necessary attributes of a calm measured rest, quiet cafes, restaurants, there are several discos, a long promenade is conducive to evening walks.

Two well-equipped beaches, whose golden African sand seems to be sifted through a fine sieve, offer beach tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife. Playa de Los Cristianos, about a kilometer long, up to forty meters wide, covered with gray sand, is located in the port area protected from ocean waves by port piers. It is perfect for families, it is equipped with children’s playgrounds, and there are water activities for adults. It is good to sunbathe here, but due to the proximity of the port, there are few people who swim here.

Playa Las Vistas is located a little north of the port, occupying a natural bay, it is long, about a kilometer, up to one hundred and twenty meters wide coastline, both visitors and locals relax here. Nearby are the hotels Las Madrigueras, Arona Gran, Sol Princesa Dacil.

Travel agency Starlet offers to independently organize tours to Spain in the south of Tenerife and without leaving the pages of our portal to book air tickets and accommodation in the resorts of the island of Tenerife. If you have any questions or difficulties when booking, we suggest using the help of the company’s online operator to obtain the necessary information. For self-organization of the tour, use online travel servers.

Combined beach tours to Spain with holidays in the Canary Islands in the resorts of Tenerife.

Vacation in Tenerife. All you need to know about Tenerife: weather, map, attractions, hotels

• Climate and weather Tenerife

• Tenerife Resorts

• Beaches and sea Tenerife

• Attractions Tenerife

Tenerife is a large and beautiful island of the Canaries
archipelago. Rest here is like a fairy tale – colorful
sand, lush vegetation, gentle waters of the warm ocean,
exotic dishes and many mysterious corners…

Tenerife got its name from the Teide volcano.
The ancient natives called the island “snow mountain”. Volcano good
visible from aircraft and ships. Tenerife has two
sides: north and south. If you want to take a dip
into the lush tropical vegetation, go
to the north of the island, and if you want to lie around
on the beaches with multi-colored sand – then go
South.

Climate and weather Tenerife

Tenerife has a very mild climate, which makes the resort
year-round. The temperature of the ocean water does not drop
below +19°C. In summer, on average, about + 24 ° С, however
at the southern end of the island, the temperature can
rise to +34°С.

Tenerife resorts

The northern part of the island is quiet and peaceful.
The main resort here is Puerto de la Cruz.

The southern part of the island is a boiling cauldron of beach passions.
Plenty of hotels, entertainment venues and great
beaches are what the southern region is famous for. The biggest
Resort – Playa de las Americas. Here comes
and youth, and families with children.

In the capital of the island – Santa Cruz de Tenerife –
worth a visit during the winter carnival, which
is in no way inferior to the Brazilian one.

Tenerife beaches and sea

Tenerife beaches are famous for their volcanic colorful
sand. The most famous: Playa de los Cristianos, Playa del Bobo,
Playa de la Enramada, El Bufadero, Callao Gordo,
Playa de San Juan, Playa de Masca. Everyone has a “highlight”:
for example, golden sand for Las Teresitas beach was brought
from the Sahara desert, and the sand on the beach
Playa la Arena is completely black.

You can find beaches with both red and golden,
and with white sand. Works in the south of the island
a water park where you can ride the slides with the whole family. Palette
water entertainment is presented completely – from skiing
on the “banana” to diving and yachting.

Attractions Tenerife

At the end of winter-beginning of spring the capital
islands, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, is shaken by a luxurious carnival. the date
The celebration varies from year to year: it depends on Easter.
Carnival processions, competitions, the choice of the “queen”, parades, dances,
fireworks – all this awaits you at the carnival.

Divers will be interested in visiting underwater caves near
the capital of the island, as well as inspect the sunken ship
Carbonero, where you can meet rays and sharks.
There is a beautiful basilica in Candelaria
Nuestra Señora de Candelaria, built in the 16th century.
In August, thousands of pilgrims come here.

You can get acquainted with the history of the island in the town
Guimar, where are restored by the traveler Tours
Heyerdahl pyramids of Chaconne. They are made of hewn stones
(although there was no metal in antiquity), their faces are straight
point to the sun on the days of winter and summer
solstice.

In the center of the southern part of the island is the National Park
Las Cañadas del Teide. Definitely need to get up
to an observation deck near an extinct volcano
on the funicular to look at completely unearthly
landscapes. Here, by the way, some episodes of “Star
wars.”

Parque Loro has a great collection of parrots – more
300 kinds! And you can also visit the show of marine artists –
killer whales, dolphins and fur seals. Also in Tenerife there are
mini zoo, water amusement park, cactus park and more
many different entertainments for every taste and budget!
One of the symbols of Tenerife, along with the dragon
tree – Auditorio de Tenerife. This is a grand concert
a hall with excellent acoustics where concerts are held,
theatrical opera performances.

Local cuisine does not differ from traditional Spanish:
you can easily find paella, gazpacho or
bruschetta. Among the local dishes, those prepared
from high-mountain potatoes boiled in uniform. Serving
it with special spicy sauces.

Seafood in Tenerife is a must
try squid, lobster, shrimp, octopus, fried
Grilled. As a souvenir to relatives from the island, you can
take away local palm honey and goat cheese.

weather and water temperature by months

Tenerife is an amazing island of the Canary archipelago, where you want to be constantly. The climate in Tenerife is mild, characterized by the minimum average annual temperature fluctuation, and it is recognized as the most preferable for people of all ages. This is one of the resorts in Europe, where the swimming season lasts 6 months, and you can simply bask in the sun by the ocean throughout the year. To see how comfortable it is to live in the Canaries, let’s see what the weather is like in Tenerife by months.

Despite the fact that the island is relatively small, the climate there changes markedly when moving across the territory from south to north. In the southern part, the weather is drier and hotter, it is here that you can enjoy a beach holiday all year round. In the north of the island, the climate is also mild, although not so warm, especially in winter.

And now let’s take a closer look at the climate in Tenerife and the temperature of the water in the Atlantic Ocean off its coast, by months.

Why early autumn is the best time to visit Tenerife

The Canary Islands are considered by many to be a year-round resort. In theory, it is possible to swim in the Canary Islands even in winter. But in February, the ocean cools down to 18-19 degrees, so tourists swim mainly in sun-heated pools.

The best time to visit is in the south of the island, in September and October. By the beginning of autumn, the ocean warms up to its maximum temperature and holds it until the end of October, until the air temperature begins to decrease.

The peak of the tourist season falls on July-August and the New Year. If you are planning a vacation for these dates, we recommend that you take care of accommodation in advance. Good deals sell out very quickly. 9September

The first month of autumn in Tenerife is the same as August. It is in September that the water in the ocean warms up to its peak values ​​- 250C. During this period, the velvet season begins.

Daytime temperature is high at 280C. At night the temperature drops to 210C. At times, it can drop to 150C, which is rare.

Cloudy days are often possible in September. Precipitation is also likely. Their number is 38 mm.

September is characterized by weak winds. Their average speed is 4 m/s. For this reason, September is considered one of the most windless months in Tenerife.

By the end of September, nighttime temperatures begin to gradually decrease and rainfall increases.

Where to spend your holidays

The majority prefers to relax in the southern part of the island on the Costa Adeje. It is distinguished by stable weather throughout the year, a large selection of housing, well-developed infrastructure. But the prices for accommodation will be the highest.

There are two smaller resorts near Costa Adeje: Las Americas and Los Cristianos. From these towns it is easy to get to the beaches of Costa Adeje by car or public transport. But many prefer to use the hotel territory.

Callao Salvaje and Los Gigantes are small towns located in the southeastern part of the island, 15-20 minutes drive from Costa Adeje. Usually these resorts are chosen by lovers of a relaxing pastime in a hotel.

In the northern part, we highlight the tourist region of Puerto De la Cruz. It has built many hotels that accept tourists all year round. Prices in the north are always lower than in the south due to the cooler climate. In the northern part of the island, there is much more cloudiness, it is not so hot and precipitation is much more frequent.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the capital of the island, will suit connoisseurs of urban tourism. You will have at your disposal one well-equipped Las Teresitas beach, but at your fingertips there is a large selection of local restaurants, parks, cafes, shops, museums and boulevards.

Puerto de la Cruz: pensioners, the ocean and German TV series

The small, toy-like town of Puerto de la Cruz is the tourist center of the northern part of Tenerife. In December (and maybe in other months) it looks like a “retirement resort” – and there is nothing wrong with that. Rest here mainly elderly Germans, Spaniards and British. Quiet, calm, German serials and British news are played on TV in the hotel, no one knows a word of Russian. For several days of rest, we met literally 2-3 small companies of Russian-speaking tourists, and in the souvenir shop we were confused with the Poles. The north as a whole is considered a more “powerful” resort, and the south is more party-oriented.

On one side, the city is surrounded by banana plantations, which gradually “flow” into the mountainous area, and on the other side, the ocean.

Among the main attractions of the town are the Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia Church, the Loro Parque Zoological Garden and the Botanical Garden. Popular with tourists is the Jardín beach with palm trees and photogenic black sand. And free Wi-Fi, by the way.

Carved balconies are a special kind of art in Puerto de la Cruz.

There is no “luxury” raid in the town. Among the palm trees and black beaches, the Canarians live their simple life – with the joy of the caught fish, with the struggle for good parking spaces. They love dogs, they leave the table in a cafe to help a foreigner park, they try to lure a parrot with some seeds. All this is like a dream about distant lands that I once saw in my childhood.

What to see on the island

There are three world-class attractions in Tenerife:

• Mount Teide and its national park
• one of the best zoos in the world with a killer whale show “Loro Park”
• the best water park in the world according to TripAdvisor

To put an end to visiting the island – visiting these places is your must-have program. But you should also visit:

• trekking in the Maska gorge (9 km)
• Tracking on the hellish gorge (5 km)
• Los Giants
• Get out to the open sea to see whales and dolphins
• Garrachiko and its lava basins
• Relict forest
• Observatory Tade 9008 Winds
• Teno Lighthouse
• AquaLand Water Park
• Jungle Park Zoo

To see all the sights of the island you will have to come here more than once.

Is it worth buying excursions

All street excursions, by and large, come down to a transfer service. You are picked up from the hotel, taken to point A and brought back. We recommend visiting with a group:

• Loro Park (from the southern resorts)
• Teide Volcano
• Siam Park Water Park (from the northern resorts)
• trekking in the Maska Gorge

Water parks and zoos offer free transfers. Tickets are sold at the box office.

We recommend renting a car and exploring the island on your own. Anyway, the guide will not speak Russian, and you will want to stop every 500 meters

Tenerife – recreation, photos, sights

“Island of Eternal Spring”, Tenerife, is the largest and most visited among all the Canary Islands. It gained such popularity due to its excellent climatic conditions, black sand beaches and extraordinary nature.

Like all the Canary Islands, Tenerife is of volcanic origin. In the very center of the island, the active volcano Teide is majestically located, which divides Tenerife into northern and southern parts.

Holidays in the South of Tenerife

Spain offers the opportunity to go on vacation to the island of Tenerife all year round. The air temperature here never drops below 18 degrees and rarely exceeds 26 degrees. The waters of the Atlantic Ocean, washing the island, even in the hottest time does not heat up above 23 degrees. Therefore, lovers of swimming are provided with a charge of vivacity. It rains here only four days a year, in February. And the rest of the time, guests and residents of the island are pleased with the sunny weather.

As in all of Spain, the beaches here belong to the city. Since the island was formed as a result of a volcanic eruption, the land here is very rocky and all the beaches are artificially created. Most of the imported sand is black or silver-gray, against which the waters of the Atlantic appear inky blue.

The south of Tenerife is more lively and fun than the north. There is always music playing and many cafes serving dishes of all nationalities. Of course, the most popular here are the traditional Spanish paella and sangria. The prices are more than affordable and the portions are huge.

Bicycle rentals are available on almost every corner for outdoor enthusiasts. The roads in Tenerife are very rough, so cycling is a great muscle and breath workout. You can drive to the very edge of the southern part to see the beauty of the La Colete reserve. Rare representatives of the plant world have been preserved here. La Colete is located on top of a cliff, which goes into the ocean with a steep cliff. Therefore, the view here is simply amazing.

In the same part of the island there is a huge water park Siam Park, which is one of the largest and safest water parks in the world. There is a lot of entertainment for both adults and the little ones. There are eateries and beach chairs, so you can safely come here and spend the whole day. It is here that the highest water slide “Kamikaze” is located. It is comparable to a nine-story building in height, so extreme sports lovers gather from all over the world to experience unique sensations while sliding down this hill. All attractions are color-coded – green, yellow and red – depending on the level of “scary”. Therefore, even those who visit this park for the first time can easily choose a slide to their liking.

In the evenings in the southern part of the island, everyone gathers in cozy establishments located on the ocean to enjoy live music and excellent Spanish cuisine. Almost all waiters speak Spanish, English and German, so communication should not be a problem.

Holidays in the North of Tenerife

Holidays in this part of the island is fundamentally different from the south. It’s much cooler and rainier here. This is explained simply – clouds coming from the north reach the top of the Teide volcano, “cling” to it and remain in the north. But it is precisely because of this that everything here is just full of greenery. Huge bushes and trees, thickets of laurel and heather look favorably against the background of southern palms and cacti. Therefore, those who want to relax their souls should choose the northern part.

The ocean is more rough here, so you can meet a huge number of surfers at any time of the year. With the help of instructors who offer their services right on the beach, you can learn to “catch the wave” yourself.

It is in this part of the island of Tenerife that its famous landmark, Loro Parque, is located. This is the largest zoo in the world. Initially, it was created only for parrots (loro – a parrot), but then it expanded, and now hundreds of varieties of animals, birds and fish live in it. The creator of this wonderful place lives right in the park. A small house was built for him, securely hidden in the green thickets. But if you’re lucky, you can even meet him and take a picture.

Several amazing shows are held here throughout the day with killer whales, seals, dolphins and parrots. You can see them all in one visit if you time it right. At the entrance to the park, maps are handed out, which indicate in detail what time and where the next show will be, as well as routes that you can follow to see all the inhabitants of Loro Park.

In the same part of Tenerife is the capital – Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It is replete with many shops, fashion boutiques and shopping centers. Therefore, all lovers of shopping are strongly recommended to get out to this city at least once. Fortunately, Tenerife is a very small island, so it takes only one hour by bus to get to the capital even from the southern part.

From the coast of Tenerife there is a wonderful view of the neighboring Canarian island of La Gomera. It was from this island that Christopher Columbus began his journey when he discovered America. 70% of the land on it is under the protection of UNESCO, as this is the only place on earth where relict forests of laurel and heather have been preserved. From the Tenerife port of Los Cristianos, several times a day, huge ferries leave for La Gomera, riding on which is an adventure in itself. The boat trip takes only an hour, during which time you can have a snack on the ferry, drink a cup of tea or coffee, use free Internet access. If you want to get great photos, then the ferry has a safe open deck, which offers a beautiful view of the islands of Tenerife and La Gomera.

The main events in Tenerife

The inhabitants of the island celebrate some holidays very brightly and on a grand scale, arranging whole processions and carnivals. You can get to one of these performances if you know when they take place.

The most beloved and largest is the annual carnival, which is held in February or early March and is celebrated for several days in a row. In all corners of the island, residents and guests dress up in fancy costumes and take to the streets to share their joy. The center of this event is the capital of the island of Santa Cruz, where all shops are closed due to the carnival, and the city is decorated with products made from flowers, ribbons and balls.

Spaniards are very religious people and attach great importance to the veneration of their saints. On August 14 and 15, you can get to the feast in honor of the patroness of the Canary Islands – Our Lady of Candelar. November 29 and 30 is the day of St. Andrew the First-Called. These days it is customary to uncork new wine and treat neighbors.

Of course, Christmas and New Year are also celebrated here. These holidays are considered family holidays, and it is customary to spend them in the circle of close people. After midnight, everyone takes to the streets to treat each other with prepared sweets and enjoy the beautiful fireworks.

Classical music lovers will be interested to know that every year, every June, Tenerife hosts one of the largest European festivals, where you can hear classical music from all over the world.

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Is there a budget holiday in Tenerife?

The Canary Islands are so far away and so close at the same time. It is always spring here all year round, and the rest seems like paradise. Closer to autumn, we recommend paying attention to this direction.

Stereotype: Canaries are expensive, outdated. Yes, there are many 4* and 5* hotels here. And if you take an all-inclusive package, it will be even more expensive. When choosing an ocean view room in the center of Playa de las Americas, a fashionable resort on the southwest coast, be prepared to pay a lot of money.

But many Europeans and Ukrainians have a rest in the Canary Islands on a budget, actively and interestingly. Verified personally. Only a trip to the dream island needs to be planned 4-5 months in advance.

Flying to Tenerife

The most difficult and costly thing is, of course, travel. Only charters fly from Kyiv, and then in the summer, there is no direct connection. Therefore, we consider two options. The first is the simplest and not very cheap – to buy a ticket for a charter or take the cheapest ticket through a travel agency, and after arrival book another hotel or apartment. This option has two positive points: you do not need to think about the transfer, and luggage is included in the flight price.
The second is to independently buy air travel on low-cost airlines. The closest airports from us, from where planes fly to the Canary Islands – Katowice and Krakow. Wizzair flies from Katowice and Ryanair flies from Krakow. Depending on the day of departure and the month, you will buy tickets from 200 euros in both directions and only with hand luggage. You have to pay extra for luggage.
The cheapest way to get to airports is by bus or train, which is about UAH 750. one way. You can also fly to Tenerife or Gran Canaria via Memmingen or Budapest.

Island transport

Tenerife has two airports: Reina Sofia in the south and Los Rodeos in the north. For a beach holiday, of course, the south coast is best suited, which is why most planes land in Reina Sofia. The northern airport is designed for domestic flights between the Canary Islands.

After going through passport control in Reina Sofia, it’s time to look for a bus stop. Of course, you can order a transfer or take a taxi, but it will cost much more than taking a bus.

The buses of the company Titsa run like clockwork and, which is very nice, you can get anywhere on the island by them. Tickets are sold by the driver. You come in, say the name of the desired city, and that’s it. You’ll be there in an hour and a half at the most. If you plan to see the sights of the Canaries, it is best to buy a Bono-Bus card and save from 30-50% of the fare.
Bono cards cost €15 or €25, the same amount will be in your account. On the bus, insert the card into the validator and tell the driver where you are going and how many people you are. If you don’t have enough money, you can pay with coins. Such cards are sold at bus stations, in kiosks. They do not work only in buses heading to the Teide volcano.

Martian landscapes from the top of Teide volcano

The main attraction of Tenerife – Teide volcano can be reached by buses from Puerto de la Cruz (348) and from Playa de Las Americas (342). They depart at the same time – at 9.15. The way back is as follows: the bus to Puerto de la Cruz will arrive at the stop at the cable car at 16.00, and to Playa de Las Americas at 15.30. Remember, you cannot be late for the bus, there will be no other. Another important point: having bought a ticket, do not throw it away! It gives you the right to drive back absolutely free! In case of loss, you will have to pay the full fare, which is €22 and €40.
If we are talking about Teide, then when you go there, take a few bottles of water and food with you. Tourist cafes are always unreasonably expensive.

Budget accommodation

Tenerife offers accommodation for every budget. The most expensive accommodation in Playa de las Americas is from 60 euros per day. In the de los Gigantes area, apartments are rented from €25 per day per person. In the northern part of the Canaries, for example, in Puerto de la Cruz, the cost of a bed in a hostel does not exceed €19, and for a single room in a 2 * hotel, pay only €22.

Resort Los Gigantes

Visiting the sights in Tenerife is quite expensive. But the beaches – different, incredible – are completely free. We spent a wonderful day at Teresitas Beach in Santa Cruz. It was built about fifty years ago: about 4 million bags of sand were brought from the Sahara, a dam was built and Canarian palm trees were planted.

But mostly black sand prevails on the beaches. It is not so beautiful, but they say it is very good for health.

Where to eat

Budget holidays also include budget meals. Therefore, it is cheaper to cook yourself, rather than ordering food in a restaurant. It is convenient to buy food in the supermarket, here they are the cheapest.

No matter how economically you live and eat, be sure to go to a restaurant at least once, order Canarian potatoes — papas arrugadas with rojo and mojo sauce. Say – what, we didn’t eat potatoes? And you try it, here it is prepared in a special way, in salt. It looks like an ordinary jacket potato, but if you dip it in rojo sauce (olive oil, wine vinegar, chili, garlic, cumin, etc.), it is very tasty!

Or try arroz con verduras , a colorful rice mix with chopped peppers, corn and tomatoes. Delicious, healthy and inexpensive!

In the Canary Islands – inexpensive fruits, seafood, delicious wine. In general, even a gourmet budget food option will be to your liking.