Summer arrives and the body asks for the beach. Heat, sand, sea… if the Canary Islands are characterized by something, it is for having a wide variety of beaches for all tastes. From the white sands of Fuerteventura to the volcanic sands of El Hierro, the Canary coast stands out for its unique and beautiful landscapes.
The list
In case you want to start making a list, with those of ‘must visit’Here are some recommendations:
-Papagayo Beach, Lanzarote: Located in the south of Lanzarote, in the Ajaches Natural Park, this beach stands out for its fine golden sand, as well as its turquoise waters. It is an isolated and quiet beach, almost virgin, without many services, which makes it a perfect place to enjoy the natural beauty.
-Las Conchas Beach, the graceful: Located on the island of La Graciosa, this beach is famous for its thick, golden sand, and for the small uninhabited islands that lie in front of it. It is protected by the island’s Bermeja mountain, which makes it even more impressive.
-Guayedra Beach, Gran Canaria: If you are looking for a quiet and picturesque beach, Guayedra beach is an excellent option. Surrounded by ravines and cliffs, this cove of black sand is located under the Tamadaba Natural Park and offers a spectacular view of Teide, Tenerife’s volcano.
-Las Teresitas Beach, Tenerife: Located in the charming town of San Andrés, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, this beach is famous for its golden sands and for being the habitat of angel sharks, a harmless species of shark in danger of extinction. The beach is equipped with all the necessary services to enjoy a relaxing day.
-Leeward Beach, Fuerteventura: Located in the south of Fuerteventura, this impressive beach has large salty lagoons that are formed due to the tides and strong gusts of wind. Despite the windy conditions, it is ideal for sports competitions such as windsurfing. The five beaches that make up Sotavento offer impressive scenery and are perfect for relaxing and unwinding.
-El Verodal beach, The iron: On the island of El Hierro, to the northeast of the archipelago, is the beach of El Verodal, whose red volcanic sands seem taken from another planet. The lava flows that emerged from the volcanic eruptions give it a unique appearance and the crystal clear waters complete its beauty.
-Corralejo beaches, Fuerteventura: In the northeast of Fuerteventura are the Grandes Playas de Corralejo, an impressive stretch of more than 10 kilometers of beaches in the Parque Natural de las Dunas de Corralejo. These beaches offer the opportunity to relax, practice water sports and enjoy the famous show of kites that decorate the sky.
These are just a few of the many amazing beaches that can be found in Canary Islands. Each island has its own charm and beautywhich makes this Archipelago a paradisiacal destination for lovers of the beach and nature.
