Lanzarote

Lanzarote, Spain

Sunshine, idyllic beaches and warm waters are just the start. Lanzarote boasts an impressive natural variety, with more than 300 volcanic peaks which create a fascinating lunar landscape tinged with pink, purple and ochre; but there are also subterranean caves, tunnels and lakes which entice even the calmest of visitors to seek adventure. Needless to say, Lanzarote is paradise for surfers, with perfect waves year-round; and if that is not enough, it is rumoured that the island was part of the lost city of Atlantis.

Population:

141.938

Currency:

Euro (EUR) €1 = 100 cents

Emergency Numbers:

Emergency number: 112
Police number: 091

Opening Hours:

Shops are generally open 9am-1pm and 4pm-8pm. Banks are open only in the morning between 8am and 2pm.

Newspapers:

La Voz de Lanzarote (In Spanish)
The Entertainer (In English)

The Island

In Lanzarote the African influence is plain to see, but it was a European - Lancelotto Malocello from Genoa - who “discovered” the island in the 14th century. The island's 795 square kilometres are a lava-formed landscape painted with the Canary Islands’ most beautiful pallet, which makes Lanzarote the perfect destination for both active and relaxing holidays. Not to mention the local specialties, where Spanish and African cuisine merge into one another, creating tasty and unique dishes.

On the island you can choose to spend your holiday in extremely relaxing resorts, or to experience adventure in the island's stunning natural landscapes, which include the lava tunnel of Atlántida, Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua, which allow for fascinating expeditions deep into the Earth. Let yourself be amazed by the charm of this wonderful island.

Do & See

A wonderful mix of nature and culture allows visitors to loll in the sun, or get active and climb a mountain. Experience first-hand the UNESCO Timanfaya National Park, visit the home of the world famous architect César Manrique, wait for the perfect wave on your surf board or just relax on the idyllic beaches of this incredible island.

Beach Life

Lanzarote has beautiful beaches, but the sea can be wild. If a red flag is fluttering on the beach, it means swimming is forbidden; yellow flags mean that you can swim at your own risk; and a green flag means you're good to go! The best beaches are generally located in the southern end of the island – the Papagayo half of the island – but in the rest of the coastal areas you can enjoy less a crowded seaside.

Dining

Fresh fish and papas arrugadas – unpeeled potatoes cooked in salt – is one of the most typical Canarian dishes. Here, you can also try all the tastiest Spanish specialties with a touch of Africa. Among local dishes, you cannot miss the spicy Mojo sauce with potatoes and lamb meat grilled on real volcanic embers.