A section of the Camino Natural de Fuerteventura towards La Oliva begins in the centre of Corralejo. Its starting point is Plaza de Patricio Calero, which is described as Corralejo’s oldest square. So, alongside the coast and water sports, a specific hiking route and traces of history are possible focal points when choosing where to stay.

Hiking route and fishing heritage

The section passes calderas, volcanic cones and other remains from various eruptions. Corralejo was not regarded as a fishing port until the 19th century. A mill from the former fishing village has been preserved in Plaza de la Molina. The square and its mill therefore add a different historical reference to the townscape from Plaza de Patricio Calero, where the hiking section begins.

Coast and water sports

Corralejo has an extensive coastline with fine golden-sand beaches along turquoise waters. Thanks to the available infrastructure, water sports such as diving, windsurfing and water skiing can be enjoyed here. Operators and conditions may change, so check the specific options if one of these sports is important to your plans. The options can be distinguished by theme: the section towards La Oliva passes volcanic formations, while activities on the water are possible along the coast.

Dunes and volcanic formations in the nature park

The largest dune field in the Canary Islands lies in the northern part of Parque Natural de Corralejo, beside Corralejo’s large tourist centre. The park’s southern part is volcanic in character, with rugged ochre- and red-coloured formations. The dunes in the north and the strikingly coloured volcanic landscape in the south offer different landscape highlights within the same nature park.

Access Parque Natural de Corralejo on foot from the car parks along the FV-1; the car must be left in a roadside parking area. Plan your access accordingly and check local conditions before travelling.

Plan a visit to Islote de Lobos

Islote de Lobos can only be reached by sea from the port of Corralejo. If you are planning a visit, make separate arrangements for travelling from the port. The island’s hiking trail is seven kilometres long and leads, among other places, to the Salinas de Marrajo and Faro de Martiño. Old ovens, washhouses, animal pens and cisterns have also been preserved on the islote as part of a historic ensemble. In addition to planning the route, this adds specific destinations and another point of interest: the preserved historic structures.

More things to do in Corralejo

Acua Water Park, the only water park on Fuerteventura, is located in Corralejo’s tourist centre. It has a wave pool with artificially generated waves and a sports pool where water polo is played. Check opening hours, reservations and operating status separately; the availability of the facilities mentioned may also change. The water park offers a different focus from the hiking section, coast and historic sites.

Discover more destinations: Cotillo, Parque Holandes, Villaverde, Lajares.

For the broader travel overview: La Oliva.