Guide to Corralejo,Fuerteventura
Hide descriptionThe busy tourist town of Corralejo is located on the coast in the north of the island in the municipality of La Oliva. The old town is based around the harbour, which was originally used by local fishermen, and now has a marina, and a ferry terminal. From here you can take the ferry to the nearby island of Lanzarote, passing the island of Los Lobos on the way, which you can also take a ferry to.
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Corralejo Flea Market is held every Tuesday and Friday between 09:00 and 14:00 in the Acua Water Park car park (formerly Baku Water Park), Corralejo, Fuerteventura. You can find all kinds of goods here, and it's perfectly fine, and often expected to haggle which can be quite entertaining, so grab yourself some bargains. In amongst the Ray Ben sunglasses, and the Gucci handbags for a tenner you can find some quality items such as hand made jewelry, and African...
Corralejo Street Market is located in the El Campanario Shopping Centre in Corralejo and is open every Thursday from 17:00 til 21:00 You can find all kinds of goods here, and it's perfectly fine, and often expected to haggle which can be quite entertaining, so grab yourself some bargains. In amongst the Ray Ben sunglasses, and the Gucci handbags for a tenner you can find some quality items such as hand made jewelry, and African wood carvings, well worth...
The Corralejo Artisan Market is located in the El Campanario Shopping Centre in Corralejo, Fuerteventura and is open every Thursday from 10:00 til 14:00. Apart from the market there is a good selection of restaurants and cafes and live entertainment. There's also a tower with magnificent views of the surrounding area and the island of Lobos.
Sail from Corralejo Fuerteventura to Playa Blanca Lanzarote and discover the paradisiacal beaches of Papagayo in a glass bottom boat and have fun with various water activities. Immerse yourself in the waters of the Papagayo Coast and be amazed by its stunning seabed and enjoy complimentary drinks and a hot buffet lunch on board. A coach will pick you up at your hotel or the pickup location closest to your hotel and take you to Corralejo,...
The Corralejo Canarian Market is located in the El Campanario Shopping Centre in Corralejo and is open every Sunday from 10:00 til 14:00, in El Campanario, apart from the market there is a selection of restaurants and cafes, live entertainment, there's also a tower with magnificent views.
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Location: Corralejo La Oliva The Corralejo Mini Train also affectionally known as the (Wally Trolley) runs Monday to Saturday from 10am until 6pm Sundays until 2.30pm. The tour lasts around half an hour and costs 5 euros. It starts and ends at the harbour, giving you a chance to relax and take in what Corralejo has to offer.
El Burro Beach Hot
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Location: Corralejo La Oliva Amenities 
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Located in the dunes of Corralejo, the 300 metres of white sand that is El Burro translates as the donkey. There are however, no donkey rides here. This beach is popular with kite surfers and is home to the Fuerteventura Kite Festival. It takes place over a three day period during a weekend early in November.This is a truly amazing festival on one of the worlds most beautiful of beaches. Not to be missed!
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Location: Corralejo La Oliva The bus stops at Corralejo Bus Station are on the main streeet opposte the shops to go in the direction of Ell Cotillo or Puerto del Rosario, and the opposite side of the road to go to Corralejo harbour. You can take a bus from Corralejo to El Cotillo which stops at Lajares, or to Puerto del Rosario which stops at the hotels at Grandes Playas Corralejo where you can access the beaches and sand dunes. ...
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Location: Corralejo La Oliva Amenities 
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Charco de Bristol is yet another example of Corralejo's top quality sand. This beach stretches to 100 metres in length and has a width spanning approximately 30 metres. Although the sea is usually wild around Corralejo (perfect for surfing) Charco de Bristol is much softer and therefore ideal for swimming.
Enjoy a fabulous adults only day on board a luxurious catamaran departing from Corralejo, Fuerteventura and visiting the paradisiacal beaches of Papagayo Lanzarote. Swim, snorkel, relax and be pampered by the competent crew who provide Drinks throughout the trip and Lunch. A champagne cocktail in hand and the wind in your hair is the perfect way to spend a day of your holiday. Imagine the pleasure of boarding a luxury catamaran as you embark on the...
The Corralejo Carnival takes place in March each year in Corralejo,Fuerteventura. Further details will be published as soon as they are available. The carnival lasts for around ten days where people dress up and party, usually until the early hours before the period of abstinence or lent where people say farewell to meat for a while. For some this is a religious time and for others a time to party. The carnival ends with the burning...
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Location: Corralejo La Oliva Amenities
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Corralejo Viejo is located at the central coast of Corralejo in the north of the island. It comprises of 195 metres of fine golden sand, and is close to many shops, bars, cafés, and restaurants. There is a surf school on the beach, and Corralejo Viejo is home to a picturesque promenade and a port from which you may take a ferry to the nearby island of Lanzarote. This laid back beach is easily accessible from the town of...
El Caserón Hot
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Location: Corralejo La Oliva Amenities 
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El Caserón is situated in the protected natural park in the Corralejo sand dunes in the north of the island. It comprises of 300 metres of top quality white sand, and the beach is 45 metres in width. This is a windy beach and is popular with naturists.
The Corralejo Green Market is located in the El Campanario Shopping Centre in Corralejo and is open every Saturday from 10:00 til 14:00. Apart from the market there is a selection of restaurants and cafes and live entertainment. There's also a tower with magnificent views.
Del Moro Beach Hot
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Location: Corralejo La Oliva Amenities
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Playa del Moro is part of the Corralejo sand dunes, and this is an area of the Corralejo nature park which is protected. It is a windy beach consisting of 300 metres of white sand, which of course is top quality in accordance with the Corralejo standard.As with all of Corralejo's beaches, Playe del Moro is of exceptional nautal beauty and not to be missed!
