At first glance, the diversity of the beaches of the Canary Islands does not have a prominent distinctive feature. There is no clear predominance of mountain landscapes or crystal sea, on the contrary, everything seems balanced. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why the flow of tourists continues to grow from year to year.
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 432 beaches in the region.
To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Canary Islands.
As for the main features of the beaches of Canary Islands, they are as follows:
Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Canary Islands however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.
This place is a real gem, even though it's not much of a beach. People still flock here to sit on the rocks, take a dip in the sea, or even go fishing. There are plenty of renovations being done too, such as a pathway around the San Miguel coast. Although some restaurants are closed, La Marina 2 and a few others are still open for business. It's a great spot for a day out!
This beach is absolutely incredible and definitely worth a visit if you happen to be in Fuerteventura.
This beach is a lovely, peaceful spot. It's not advisable to visit when there are waves. The texture of the ground varies between sand and rocks, depending on the wind and waves. When it's rocky, it can be a bit challenging to enter and exit the water due to the loose stones.
This location is an ideal spot to unwind. Its sandy shore is perfect for lazing in the sun and its views are breathtaking. The heat is ideal for those looking to soak up some rays.
This spot is an absolute paradise! The sand is so soft and cool, it's a pleasure to walk on. There are changing rooms, and plenty of lifeguards to keep everyone safe. It's the perfect spot for a holiday - you can swim, sunbathe, or do both!
Please note that lifeguards supervise 77 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!
Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.
The hottest month of the region is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 24.1°C and water up to 24.3°C in September. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 17.1°C and water to 19.7°C.
Do you know how many beaches there are in Canary Islands? In total there are 432 beaches and the most popular is Playa de la Verga (Anfi del Mar).
When it comes to finding the best beaches in Canary Islands, the following aspects should be taken into account.
There are 432 beaches in total, of which about 37 can be called high-rated.
The best beaches in the majority:
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The best beaches in Canary Islands:
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Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Canary Islands, you must be in that area to get the correct results.
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Most of the beaches located in Canary Islands are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).
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The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features
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The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Canary Islands by occupancy.
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If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.
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The selections of the beaches in Canary Islands according to the recommended audience:
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Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.
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