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Playa Blanca
4.4 (40 reviews)
A semi-urban beach located 2km from Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura's capital. Features mostly fine golden sand with some darker patches, and is known as a surfing hotspot. Blue Flag certified beach with good facilities.
Blue Flag Beach Surfing Semi-Urban Family Friendly Facilities Playground Easy Access Local Beach
About this Beach
A semi-urban beach located 2km from Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura's capital. Features mostly fine golden sand with some darker patches, and is known as a surfing hotspot. Blue Flag certified beach with good facilities.
What Visitors Love
- Blue Flag environmental certification, Good facilities (showers toilets disabled access bar parking), Suitable for novice surfers, Children's playground and sports areas, Easy access by car or bus, Seldom overcrowded despite proximity to capital
Things to Consider
- Wave motion can make peaceful swimming challenging, More popular with locals than tourists, Sand has some darker patches
Safety Warning
Moderate wave conditions - suitable for surfing but may challenge peaceful swimmers.
Best For
Local residents, novice surfers, families with children, those wanting facilities near the capital
Beach Features
Blue Flag
Lifeguard
Swimming
Surfing
Family
Parking
Food
Nudist