Fuerteventura
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Fuerteventura
With golden sand, cool water, and a gentle sea breeze, the second largest of the Canary Islands attracts huge numbers of sun-worshippers and water sports enthusiasts. The island itself has much more to offer, from barren desert scenery and fascinating volcanoes to colourful and characterful towns and pleasant harbour promenades.Find your trip
Located 2 km from Fuerteventura, this island is a nature reserve. Isla de Lobos means Wolves Island, named for the many sea wolves considered "the original conquerors" of the island. Nowadays, Isla de Lobos is a very popular tourist attraction, especially for nature lovers.
If you want to enjoy the stunning desert of Fuerteventura, Corralejo Natural Park is the best place to go. With its long coast (2.5 by 10.5 kilometres), this island has two different landscapes to offer to its excited visitors: in the north you can admire the biggest dune of the Canary Islands, whereas in the south you can enjoy a stunning volcanic landscape.
There is something unnerving yet fascinating about standing close to the wreck of a beached ocean liner. Although much of the SS American Star has been claimed by the sea since its demise in 1994, the bow still soars defiantly from the shallow waters.
Lajares is a small village located just ten minutes drive from Corralejo and it is the most attractive destination for tourists who love local shopping. Artisania Lajares is indeed a must for all women in search for high quality handicrafts like lace or embroidery.
In the sleepy ex-capital of La Oliva you will find ornate Canarian carpentry and fine mansions, such as the Casa de los Coroneles where the soldiers of the island used to live. Take the chance to visit the pretty little church, Parroquiade Nuestra Seiiora de Candelaria, whose square bell town is visible from miles away.
Located right in the center of Corralejo, Homegrown Surfschool was founded in 1995 and offers instruction by professional surf teachers.
Meet sea lions, reptiles, strange birds, parrots, lemurs and over 250 different species. Don't miss the unique Botanical Garden and take a break at the cosy restaurant inside the Park.
This lovely little cathedral is located in Fuerteventura´s former capital of Betancuria. Dating back to the XV century, this Norman Gothic edifice was ruined in 1593.
Located 2 km from Fuerteventura, this island is a nature reserve. Isla de Lobos means Wolves Island, named for the many sea wolves considered "the original conquerors" of the island. Nowadays, Isla de Lobos is a very popular tourist attraction, especially for nature lovers.
If you want to enjoy the stunning desert of Fuerteventura, Corralejo Natural Park is the best place to go. With its long coast (2.5 by 10.5 kilometres), this island has two different landscapes to offer to its excited visitors: in the north you can admire the biggest dune of the Canary Islands, whereas in the south you can enjoy a stunning volcanic landscape.
Nestor's Restaurant & Steakhouse (also known as Bahía de Cata) is a friendly, all-you-can-eat barbecue at the weekend, with a good variety of international dishes with a Caribbean twist served weekdays. This place is renowned for its ribs.
El Patio De Lajares is an elegant "silverware" restaurant in Lajares, decorated with antiques and oil paintings, celebrated for its extensive wine cellar. This gourmet restaurant is located on the north side of the island and it offers very well presented dishes to accompany with a tasty glass of Prosecco.
Fazz’s is an Indian restaurant with truly amazing authentic food, combining the savours of the East and the West, with a particular accent on the Bengali authentic food specialities, as well as an inviting atmosphere and friendly staff. The view of Los Lobos gives also your eyes something to feast on while you enjoy your meal.
At An Caisteal you can get a taste of Scotland in Fuerteventura. It is located in Corralejo and they serve lovely breakfasts, lunches and dinners prepared with the best products on the market. Of course they also provide a huge selection of great malt whiskeys and Scottish beers.
If you love tasty food, a nice atmosphere and good wine, then you should give this stylish restaurant a try. This is a good Louisiana-style restaurant, serving Cajun specialities made with local fresh products, with meat dishes with unique flavors coming highly recommended.
5th Avenue is one of Fuerteventura's most exclusive restaurants, often hailed as one of the island's best, as well. The menu is extensive and features quite an interesting fusion between grilled meat and Cajun and Canarian Mojo. The cosy atmosphere and the very professional staff are a plus.
This Scandinavian restaurant offers high quality food. The Ugly Duckling is quite small, and therefore perfect for romantic one-on-ones. The menu is also quite small, but still offers a range dishes to suit all tastes.
Sushi is always a safe bet. Walk a few minutes from the harbour and you will find Sushi-E. The food here is always fresh and the service is claimed to be outstanding.
Nestor's Restaurant & Steakhouse (also known as Bahía de Cata) is a friendly, all-you-can-eat barbecue at the weekend, with a good variety of international dishes with a Caribbean twist served weekdays. This place is renowned for its ribs.
El Patio De Lajares is an elegant "silverware" restaurant in Lajares, decorated with antiques and oil paintings, celebrated for its extensive wine cellar. This gourmet restaurant is located on the north side of the island and it offers very well presented dishes to accompany with a tasty glass of Prosecco.
Corralejo’s retail therapy centres can be found on the main road running through town, Avenida General Franco. This is a safe bet if you want to do some shopping or just stroll along and do some windows shopping.
No Work Team is born by the idea of two young Italian surfers. In their store you will find the best threads or accessories to enrich your surfing experience: try No Work Team for bleached t-shirts and surf set sunglasses. Moreover, you can find cool summer and beach clothes for men, women and children.
The Atlantic Mall in Fuerteventura is the main star in Caleta de Fuste’s retail scene, with a variety of shops all under one roof selling jewellery, gifts, clothes and electrical goods. A market also takes place on Saturday morning.
Most prices on the island are completely marked up for visitors, but in Puerto del Rosario you will find lower price as tourism is not as rife. Most of the spending goes on along the two streets of Calle Leon y Castilla and Avenida Juan Bethencourt.
The Mint Company is a fashion retail group that can be found only on the Canary Islands. They focus on offering high quality brands like Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors and Armani so that you will only find the best of accessories, shoes, bags and so much more. One of their shops is located at:
The major chain store Fund Grube can be found in various locations across the Canarian Islands. Here you can buy everything from perfume and cosmetics to clothes and accessories, including shoes, bags and sunglasses.
Las Rotondas is the largest shopping centre on the island, and thus the best place to find whatever you might need. You can find plenty of fashion outlets and boutiques, as well as dining options and other facilities. And if you get tired of strolling from a boutique to another, remember that here you can find a resting area where to restore.
If you are staying in Morro Jable for a few days, or even just passing by, you can head to the main street to do most of your shopping. The old part of the town is where all the locals go to find food and local produce, and is thus quite lively.
Corralejo’s retail therapy centres can be found on the main road running through town, Avenida General Franco. This is a safe bet if you want to do some shopping or just stroll along and do some windows shopping.
No Work Team is born by the idea of two young Italian surfers. In their store you will find the best threads or accessories to enrich your surfing experience: try No Work Team for bleached t-shirts and surf set sunglasses. Moreover, you can find cool summer and beach clothes for men, women and children.
Spain can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.
Located very close to the African continent, Fuerteventura boasts a unique climate, with temperatures which rarely go below 25 degrees. If you are a heat lover, than the best months to visit this island are July and September, when you can enjoy sunbathing and swimming on the beautiful beaches of Fuerteventura. If you prefer temperatures to be cooler, come between April and June and take advantage of the fresh wind.
Fuerteventura Airport (FUE) is situated mid-way up the island's east coast, 3 kilometres from Puerto del Rosario and 35 kilometres from Corralejo. There are three airport bus routes. Line 3 serves Puerto del Rosario and the tourist areas of Caleta del Fuste and Las Salinas. The bus leaves every 30 minutes. The other routes run to Puerto del Rosario, Morro Jable and Gran Tarajal. Taxis are also available outside the arrivals hall. Alternatively, you can rent a car at one of the on-site offices.
Fuerteventura has a good local bus network serving most parts of the island (except parts of the southwest coast). For more flexibility it is better to hire a car, as the road network is generally very good. If you are more active, mountain bikes can also be hired.
Taxis in Fuerteventura are generally cheap and in good condition. If you have to move to near places, than taking a taxi is the best choice, but don't forteg that Fuerteventura is an island and it won't be so cheap to move from one side of the island to another! Taxis Corralejo:
Look for yellow post boxes if you want to send a post card. You can buy stamps from hotels, shops and post offices. Post offices are closed on Sundays. Post Office in Puerto del Rosario:
Pharmacies in Fuerteventura will offer you not only medicines and pills, but also health and beauty products. You can easily find pharmacies in the major tourist areas. Farmacia la Vieja:
Country code: +34 Area code: 928
Spain can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.
Located very close to the African continent, Fuerteventura boasts a unique climate, with temperatures which rarely go below 25 degrees. If you are a heat lover, than the best months to visit this island are July and September, when you can enjoy sunbathing and swimming on the beautiful beaches of Fuerteventura. If you prefer temperatures to be cooler, come between April and June and take advantage of the fresh wind.
