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La Graciosa is a unique island, to the north of Lanzarote, with unspoiled nature and unique sandy streets. It is a quiet spot where families, individuals, and couples can enjoy bicycle rides and 4x4 safari tours of the untouched beaches. Daily excursions to nearby Isla de Lobos can be scheduled for bird watching. Pedro Barba is one of the two inhabited areas in La Graciosa. The settlement is only composed of a few houses which are uninhabited most of the year. There are restaurants though, and fresh fish, which is caught each day and goes straight from the ocean to the kitchen table.

El Tamaduste is very close to the airport on the Valverde coast. As an old sailor settlement, the town has inviting streets with plenty of charm. The centrepiece of the local area is the large natural pool that offers visitors a bathing experience that won’t be forgotten. The almost perfect rounded shape is a natural marvel that defies belief.

According to the time of year, there are many outdoor factors that may affect athletic performance.

Tinajo is one of those villages in Lanzarote that captivates you with its beauty and surroundings. Surrounded by the Timanfaya National Park, the Protected Landscape of La Geria and the Natural Park of the Volcanoes, Tinajo is an ideal place for lovers of water sports such as surfing. A leisurely stroll through its streets will take you to its most important buildings, such as the Church of San Roque, the Tinajo town hall, the chapel of the Virgen de los Dolores or de los Volcanes and the chapel of Nuestra Señora de Regla. Another reason to visit Tinajo is its famous cuisine. The fish goes straight from the sea to the plate, in soup, fried or grilled, and you can enjoy wines sealed with the Lanzarote Designation of Origin.

Tías is a small coastal village in Lanzarote which attracts many tourists throughout the year with its charm and location. The white houses perched on the hillside really catch your eye as soon as you arrive. All of this is dominated by the volcanic Montaña Blanca and the Atlantic Ocean, forming a combination that is very typical of the Canary Islands. In terms of architecture, the church of Nuestra Señora de La Candelaria, declared a Place of Cultural Interest in 1999, was built in the 18th century to replace the previous church, which was buried by lava.

From this viewpoint you can get the best views of Vallehermoso and its hillsides. It’s the biggest basin in La Gomera. At the bottom, you will find the village of Vallehermoso, lined with its terraced farms. The village looks just like a painting, with the Roque Cano looming over it. It’s such a calming place.

Formerly known as Ajei (small village), San Bartolomé is one of the smallest municipalities of Lanzarote and one of the most unique, as it embodies the two faces of Lanzarote. To the north, there are fields of crops, while to the south you can see the volcanic origins of the Canary Islands. The village has several monuments that are worth a visit: the Casa Palacio del Mayor Guerra, declared a historical artistic monument, or the Casa Ajei, a beautiful example of the popular rural architecture of the time.

This viewpoint is located in a UNESCO Global Biosphere Reserve between La Vega de San Mateo and Tejeda. It offers incredible views of some of the island’s most famous landscapes, such as the Risco de la Foguera and the Roque Bentayga, a sacred place for the original inhabitants of the island as evidenced by the archaeological sites hidden inside it.

Mozaga is split over Teguise and San Bartolomé, in the La Geria region, which is known for its wine. It’s a great place to learn about Lanzarote wine tasting as there are plenty of wineries that offer guided tours where you can enjoy the views with a glass of wine in hand.

A review of the best beaches in the Canary Islands according to the type of traveler you are.