You don’t have to go very far to visit beautiful beaches with crystal clear waters. Fuerteventura has so many miles of stunning beaches; it’s one of the top destinations for a summer holiday in Europe. It’s much cheaper to travel here than to Asia or the Caribbean as well as the food here is absolutely delicious! After you’ve arrived you will never want to return home.
Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands has good weather all year round and its ideal with family, friends of your loved one. It’s the best place to have a beach holiday as there are miles of sandy beaches and water sports to try.
The best beaches in Fuerteventura
If we’re going to talk about beaches in Fuerteventura we cannot miss the northern area where we can find the big beaches of Corralejo, La Concha and Islote de Lobos. And on the other side of the island in the south, you can find the Jandía peninsula which has impressive beaches like Cofete beach, Costa de la Calma of Sotavento.
Fuerteventura is a cheap holiday destination and a fun place to visit with all of the family. We recommend that you book your flight in advance to get the best offer. You can use Hundredrooms to compare and find the cheapest holiday rentals in Fuerteventura too.
Fuerteventura Corralejo, the north area of the island
In the north of Fuerteventura we can find the Corralejo area which is made up of miles of golden sand and shallow clear waters. There are many different options to try water sports here too and activities for families with children.
La Concha Beach
La Concha beach is known for its peaceful atmosphere and being one of the most visited beaches in Fuerteventura. It’s located in a unique community called Islote de Lobos and you get there here by boat from Corralejo port for 15 euros.
La Calera Beach
In the same area, there are several other lagoons as well as the stunning beach, La Calera. Here you also have the opportunity to walk in the Natural park, go diving, catch a fish for your dinner and enjoy the amazing food.
Jandia beaches in Fuereventura
The Jandia peninsula in Fuerteventura is made up of a set of beaches with a unique charm. From here you can enjoy beautiful views over the Atlantic or stroll along the miles of fine sand on the beach.
Costa de la Calma beach
On Costa de la Calma beach you can forget about the world around you and relax among palm trees and white sand. It’s supposed to be one of the best beaches in Fuerteventura and even the whole of Europe. If you’re looking for a peaceful setting then this is the one.
Sotavento Beach
Sotavento beach is the perfect place to try water sports, its located in the south of Fuerteventura and is around 10km long! There’s an interesting lake set right in between the shore and the sand
Cofete beach
We can’t go without mentioning another beach in Jandia, Cofete beach which is a beautiful paradise beach surrounded by unspoilt landscape and a mountain background. It’s an ideal place if you want to get some good photos. It’s a little bit complicated to access but it’s definitely worth it as there are much fewer tourists here and you can bathe in the Atlantic Ocean in peace.
What to see in Fuerteventura
If you look at Fuerteventura on a map you’ll realise it’s actually a small island but the amount of beaches it has is unbelievable. Fuerteventura is full of pretty costal towns, natural areas, activities to try, tasty gastronomy and of course, the beaches!
Ajuy beach
Ajuy beach is located in a fishing village and it stands out with its jet-black sand which comes from the volcano lava. You can go hiking in the caves nearby or walk along the sand dunes.
Los Charcos beach
Another area to visit in Fuerteventura is Los Charcos. It’s a set of beaches starting with a small cove and going along to Cotillo beach there you can find a natural lagoon and spectacular sea water.
