Practical guides for visiting Lanzarote. Information about towns, tourist areas and everything you need to know for your trip.
Lanzarote was formed by the effect of geological events consequent to the opening of the Atlantic Ocean. It has been calculated that some 11 million years ago, lava emissions began to reach the surface. This Atlantic Ocean island is located some 86 miles [140 km] off the northwest coast of of the African continent. Lanzarote is one of the…
The most attractive part of the city is along its seafront, which features its most historical sites and buildings, such as the historic compound known as Castillo de San Gabriel [San Gabriel’s Castle] (1742), an impressive fort coupled with the legendary silhouette of the Las Bolas drawbridge. A stroll along the fort will bring you to the Avenida de la Iglesia (from the late 17th century) and el Charco de San Ginés, a small maritime centre which eventually inspired the relocation of the island’s capital from Teguise to Arrecife.
San Bartolomé is the center of the island. The rural settlement of the islet, located in the vicinity of the Timanfaya lava flows, is one of the most attractive areas in the vicinity of the work of Cesar Manrique, Monumento al Campesino.
Lanzarote Weather Find here the actual forecast of Lanzarote Weather for the next days. Weather – Tutiempo.net Lanzarote Climate Lanzarote is a tropical island in the temperate zones of the…
Puerto del Carmen enjoys excellent weather, owed in large part to the fact that is sheltered from the constant winds that sweep Lanzarote. The almost always clear skies make Playa del Carmen one of the best beach destinations in all the Canary Islands. In fact, beaches abound in this tourist area. Just outside La Tiñosa you’ll find many beaches, such as La Barilla, Cueva de Doña Juana (belonging to the Hotel Fariones) and Playa Blanca (known as Playa Grande on the island, thanks to its wide stretch of sand).
The small fishing town of Playa Blanca has been transformed into Lanzarote’s flagship tourist destination. These five miles of lush coast are home to the island’s most modern selection of lodging options, mostly four and five-star hotels. Home to excellent beaches, such as Papagayo and Los Charcones, Playa Blanca furthers the beach vacation experience with an extensive offer of cultural and culinary attractions.
It is Lanzarote’s best planned tourist city in terms of urban development, resulting in wide avenues, vast public spaces and facilities, and a relaxed atmosphere. The city wraps around a three-mile stretch of beaches. The road looks over the main beaches, Bastián, Las Cucharas y Los Charcos, and all around it the area is scattered with seafront hotels, apartments and a full range of cafes, terraces and restaurants.
Puerto Calero is a smaller tourist area in Lanzarote. Among the island’s four zones, together with Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca, Puerto Calero stands out as the latest and most modern. Its smaller area occupies one of the most ideal spots weather-wise: clear skies, protected from the winds and with Los Ajaches Natural Monument as a backdrop, in the southeastern part of the island, its marina bring together the best conditions for your enjoyment. Surrounding these facilities you’ll find the diverse options of this recreational port. Excursions and chartered trips are available for sea lovers to enjoy. (Más detalles)
Chinijo Archipelago, just over one nautical mile northwest of Lanzarote, is a protected natural area, rich in marine biodiversity, comprising the islands of La Graciosa, Montaña Clara, Alegranza and Iroquois of the East and West.