Fuerteventura
Las Palmas Province (Canary Islands)
The second-largest of the Canary Islands, famous for its over 150 pristine white and golden sand beaches, rolling sand dunes, and strong winds. It is a premier European destination for surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing, and is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Practical Travel Guide for Fuerteventura
Make your journey smoother with essential practical information to read before traveling.
Visa Information
Part of the Schengen Area, allowing visa-free travel for up to 90 days for many nationalities.
Adapter Type
Spanish
Getting Around
Getting around primarily relies on rental cars to explore remote beaches and sites. Public buses (Tiadhe) connect major towns and resorts but have limited frequency. Taxis are widely available.
Local Flavors
Fuerteventura's cuisine is based on fresh fish and locally raised goat. The island's specialty is **Majorero cheese**, a protected designation of origin (D.O.P.) goat's cheese, and the famous Canarian sauce **Mojo sauce**.