Holiday in Corralejo
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Country
Spain
Type
Beach
Best time to travel
Year-round, April to October for swimming, October to March for the best surfing conditions
Budget/day
75-130 € (hotel, surf course, restaurants)
Getting there from Germany
Flight from Germany takes about 4.5 hours, Fuerteventura Airport is about 40 minutes away
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What makes Corralejo special as a destination?
Corralejo is the lively surf and beach paradise at the northern tip of Fuerteventura and the perfect place for those seeking endless sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and a relaxed surfer atmosphere. The former fishing village has developed into the island's most popular holiday resort without losing its laid-back Canarian charm. For German holidaymakers, Corralejo is a dream destination that combines Sahara vibes with European comfort. The absolute highlight is the Grandes Playas de Corralejo - an eleven-kilometer stretch of the finest white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water that extends south of the town and belongs to the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park. The wandering Sahara dunes that border the sea create a surreal landscape reminiscent of a desert by the ocean. The natural park protects this unique ecosystem and prevents any construction - here there is only sand, sea, and wind. Corralejo itself is a charming small town with a lively pedestrian zone, colorful houses, surf shops, and a restaurant scene that offers everything from fresh fish to international cuisine. The old harbor is the heart of the town, from where ferries depart to the neighboring island of Lanzarote and the nearby Isla de Lobos, an uninhabited islet with a crystal-clear lagoon, which can be reached by boat in just 15 minutes. Fuerteventura is the windsurfing and kitesurfing island of the Canaries, and Corralejo is right in the action area. Flag Beach directly in the dunes is one of the best kitesurfing spots in Europe, while the northern coast provides consistent waves for surfers. From Germany, it takes about four and a half hours to fly to Fuerteventura, and the airport is 40 minutes from Corralejo. Prices are moderate, the infrastructure is excellent, and the climate makes Corralejo a year-round destination.
What are the top highlights in Corralejo?
The top highlights in Corralejo include Grandes Playas de Corralejo, Dünen von Corralejo, Isla de Lobos, Flag Beach Kitespot.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Grandes Playas de Corralejo
Eleven kilometers of fine white sandy beach with turquoise water, protected as a natural park
Dünen von Corralejo
Wandering Sahara dunes directly at the Atlantic, surreal desert landscape in the natural park
Isla de Lobos
Uninhabited islet with a crystal-clear lagoon, reachable by boat in 15 minutes
Flag Beach Kitespot
One of the best kitesurfing spots in Europe with consistent wind and flat water in the dunes
Hotels in Corralejo
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Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Corralejo?
The best time to visit Corralejo is Year-round, April to October for swimming, October to March for the best surfing conditions. Warm, 26-30°C, constant trade winds, very little rain In winter: Mild, 18-22°C, sunny, stronger winds, water temperature 18-19°C
Recommended travel time
Year-round, April to October for swimming, October to March for the best surfing conditions
Summer
Warm, 26-30°C, constant trade winds, very little rain
Winter
Mild, 18-22°C, sunny, stronger winds, water temperature 18-19°C
How much does a holiday in Corralejo cost?
Budget travellers: 45-70 € (apartment, self-catering)/day, mid-range: 75-130 € (hotel, surf course, restaurants)/day, luxury: 150-280 € (beach resort, boat tour, fine dining)/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
45-70 € (apartment, self-catering)
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
75-130 € (hotel, surf course, restaurants)
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
150-280 € (beach resort, boat tour, fine dining)
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Corralejo?
Flight from Germany takes about 4.5 hours, Fuerteventura Airport is about 40 minutes away
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Corralejo?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Explore Grandes Playas on foot from the town - the further south you go, the emptier the beaches become
Plan a half-day trip to Isla de Lobos - book a permit online in advance, only 200 visitors per day
Book a surf course at one of the many schools in the town - Corralejo is ideal for beginners
Dine in the evening at the old harbor - the fish restaurants serve the catch of the day at a fair price
Take a day trip to Lanzarote by ferry - only a 25-minute crossing
What should you eat in Corralejo?
Typical specialities in Corralejo: Caldo de pescado - hearty fish soup with potatoes and saffron, a specialty of Fuerteventura, Majorero-Käse - award-winning goat cheese from Fuerteventura, a delight whether aged or fresh, Papas arrugadas con mojo - salty wrinkled potatoes with red and green mojo, a Canarian classic, Lapas a la plancha - grilled limpets with garlic and lemon, a seafood delicacy, Frangollo - sweet corn pudding with almonds, raisins, and cinnamon, a traditional Canarian dessert.
These specialties you must try!
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