Fuerteventura Local Attractions

The island of Fuerteventura is well worth exploring. If you move away from the main towns you will come across a number of charming villages including Antigua with its 200 year old restored windmill, La Oliva with its excellent art gallery, El Cotillo with its 18th century fortified tower, Villaverde which is one of the best preserved villages on the island and Betancuria.

Fuerteventura is the oldest of the Canary Islands dating back 20 million years from a volcanic eruption, but the majority of it was created about five million years ago and since then has been eroded by wind and weather.

The highest point in Fuerteventura is Mount Jandia (807 m) in the south western part of the island. The island is divided into two parts, the northern portion which is Maxorata and the south western Jandia Peninsula

Geographical features include Istmo de la Pared which is 5 km wide and is the narrowest part of Fuerteventura.

If you are planning to explore the area outside of the city centre and play some golf or go to some of the more out of the way beaches then you might consider hiring a car. There are a number of car hire firms based at Girona Airport who will be pleased to have a vehicle awaiting your arrival. This also cuts down on transfer costs for you and your family.

We also provide information on sporting and leisure amenities in Fuerteventura with a Fuerteventura Area Guide which includes information on the best Shopping Areas in Fuerteventura, Markets in Fuerteventura Fuerteventura Golf Courses, the different types of Fuerteventura Beaches, recommended Fuerteventura Restaurants, details of Amusement Parks in Fuerteventura and Fuerteventura Local Attractions.