Corralejo Travel Guide

Once just a tiny fishing village on the north coast of Fuerteventura, Corralejo's harbour now receives ferries full of day-trippers from Playa Blanca in Lanzarote every day of summer. The town plays host to hundreds of holidaymakers who are drawn to spend a sunny, sandy holiday in the island's largest resort.

Although tourism is booming and development is keeping pace, the little port still retains its charm. The fishing village is now surrounded by apartments and hotels, and the waterfront promenade is lined with cafes and restaurants. Just outside the resort is a protected nature reserve boasting miles of undulating sand dunes.

The surrounding beaches are more than inviting and visitors to this Spanish resort town are spoilt for choice. Options include the sheltered Playa la Clavellina, which lies near the harbour and is perfect for windy days, and the popular nudist beach, Playa del Pozo, which is located just outside of Corralejo. The spacious sandy stretches ensure that the beaches don't feel too crowded despite the area's popularity.

Shopping

Corralejo is not a bad shopping destination if visitors can drag themselves off the beaches and out of the restaurants. The main street, Calle General Franco, is flanked with shops selling everything from surfboards to luxury watches. There's a good craft market on Saturdays at the Caleta de Fuste where tourists can bargain for souvenirs.

Restaurants

Individual eateries may come and go, but the waterfront promenade boasts numerous restaurants and cafes, many in charming converted historic houses. As the resort expands the variety only increases. Corralejo's restaurants offer a wide choice, from good old English fish and chips to Mexican tacos or Indian curry. There's also a smattering of eateries serving up traditional Canarian cuisine and fresh seafood.

Nightlife

Most of the bars and restaurants in Corralejo are on the main street, Calle General Franco. There's a variety of bars and clubs that include everything from sports bars and karaoke to dance clubs and live music venues. The high street and town square have a number of quieter restaurants and lounges. The clubs close around 1am, but the bars often stay open later.

Holiday activities

Among the activities to keep holidaymakers busy in Corralejo are a variety of water sports, tennis, glass-bottom boat trips, ferry trips to Lanzarote, jeep safaris, island tours, mountain biking and motorcycle tours. The Baku Waterpark and Golf complex is centrally located.

Any negatives?

Corralejo can be quite expensive and travellers on a budget should take this into account before booking a holiday. Families should be aware that the beach area around Playa de Pozo is popular with nudists, and that there are sometimes strong ocean currents.