6 Tips for visiting Fuerteventura (Canary Islands) in 2 or 3 days

One of the great tourist destinations in Spain is the Canary Islands, which receive a large number of European tourists every year.

And specifically, with the vast majority of tourists coming from countries like Britain y Germany, or the Nordic countries.

Not long ago we had the opportunity to travel to Fuerteventura and know the main attractives of this island in the Canary archipelago where we had not yet traveled.

And after knowing it, it is easy to understand why European tourists occupy its hotel facilities and tourist centers throughout the year.

On the other hand, Spanish tourists, in general, only go sightseeing on very specific dates, such as the summer months or in holy weeka, and we are always a clear minority compared to the number of English and German tourists who visit the island.

What to do when traveling for tourism to Fuerteventura

Our Reviews about Fuerteventura They are based on the trip we took in the month of December, and with that experience, we are going to give you our recommendations and we will advise you the best what to do on a tourism trip.

This month of December coincided with a period with quite cold temperatures in most of the peninsula, but, on the other hand, the island welcomed us with temperatures almost summery that were around 25 degrees.

In this way it is easy to understand the attraction that Fuerteventura has for the aforementioned tourists from northern Europe who, mostly retired couples, usually enjoy a week of vacation in which the key word is placidity.

Specifically, in the winter season comfortable hotels in Fuerteventura They have occupations of more than 70 percent.

In almost all the German, English and Nordic tourists They arrive to the Canary Island through the tour operators international, taking advantage of good vacation offers.

Fuerteventura, the quiet island

If you have not yet had the opportunity to travel to the Canary Islands, you should know that each one of them has a marked personality, and in the case of Fuerteventura, is known as the quiet island.

In the last ten years, being attraction of Fuerteventura For many people it is offering the warmest temperatures of all the Canary Islands thanks to its greater proximity to the African continent.

This very mild climate is combined with long very fine sand beaches and big dune areas where you can get lost so as not to see tourists.

Where there are beaches with dunes in Fuerteventura

Thus, the area of Dunes of Corralejo, to the north of the island, you can already see it during the plane's landing, as it flies over it on its approach to the Puerto Rosario airport.

But to the south you have another area of ​​large dunes, in Costa Calma, where the Jandía beaches.

This last area unites Fuerteventura with the territory that was originally a separate island, that of Jandia park, and where one of the most famous beaches on the island is located, that of Coffete, 15 kilometers long.

Other Featured beaches of Fuerteventura where you can get lost are Leeward, ideal for practicing water sports; the Sea Shell or Puertito de Lobos, on the islet of Lobos; either Esquinzo, in an isolated environment in the municipality of La Oliva.

And it is also worth mentioning the urban beach of Gran Tarajal, and could not miss the Solana del Matorral, perhaps the most touristy on the island.

Most tourist areas of Fuerteventura

In this regard, it is in Corralejo, to the north, and in Jandía beaches, to the south, where the main tourist enclaves are concentrated, with large hotels resort four and five stars, in many cases with the regime All Inclusive.

The other large tourist area of ​​the island, also with large hotel facilities, is Caleta de Fuste, which is located in the east center, very close to the airport.

But, in addition to resting and enjoying very pleasant temperatures throughout the year,what you can see in Fuerteventura?

Volcanic landscapes in Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura It is a very long island, which from end to end (from Corralejo to Puerto de la Cruz) is 142 kilometers.

El landscape is eminently volcanic, with mountains that do not exceed 800 meters high, and more than 90 percent of the island's surface are natural areas with different levels of environmental protection.

In this regard it is worth noting the natural monument of the Cardón mountain massif, or the one Gairía Caldera, volcanic cone which had eruptions relatively recently.

Finally, we must also mention the Tindaya mountain, an exposed volcanic chamber.

On the other hand, in your island tour Don't expect to see forests similar to those you find on other islands in the archipelago.

On the contrary, the landscape is very arid, dotted with some palm trees or tropical plants.

You will also be struck by the contrast between the long fine sand beaches of the east coast, and the black sand beaches and between rocks, of the west coast.

It is the difference between receiving the sands of Sahara or not receive it.

Most beautiful towns in Fuerteventura

When making a tourist route through Fuerteventura You will find very small towns, almost villages, and you will have the opportunity to discover attractive corners of scenic and geological interest, as well as cultural interest.

In the north, the natural area of ​​the aforementioned wolves island, in front of Corralejo, from where you can see the coast of the very nearby Lanzarote Island, which you can reach by fast ferry in just 20 minutes.

You know what Fuerteventura It was the first island conquered in 1404 by the Norman expedition Jean de Bethencourt, with the support of king of castile?

After his landing, the French explorer founded Betancuria, small population that is considered the first capital of the Canary Islands, which is worth visiting because, perhaps, it is the most beautiful town in Fuerteventura.

You can also see lighthouses in Fuerteventuraas the Toston en El Cotillo; or curious churches, like that of Saint Mary of the Rule, riding a Pájara, with its portico with Aztec motifs.

You will also find wild beaches, like the Ajuy, an area that is geologically the oldest of the Canary Islands, more than 100 million years old, a place that you should not miss due to its great charm.

Gastronomy: what to eat typical in Fuerteventura

And the local gastronomy It also has its attractions, among which stands out the majorero goat cheese.

But there is also no shortage of elaborate gastronomy, and in this regard, here you have information on featured restaurants in Fuerteventura, with an offer of very special dishes.

Activities to do in Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura is an island where you can also travel with your family, where places like Oasis Wildlife, nature park which over time has become a center for the rescue and recovery of species.

But above all it is an island where you can practice the quietest…or most exciting water activities, such as diving, snorkeling, surfing, kitesurfing, wind surfing or sup-paddle.

In sum, Fuerteventura It is an island where you will find attractive landscapes and corners and cultural aspects that will allow you to complement your days of rest or sports.