Corralejo Beach and Its Dunes, Between Town and Nature Park
Corralejo beach is Fuerteventura's best known, with its dunes and near-white sand. The Grandes Playas stretch for about 9 km within the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park, south of the town — covered more broadly in our pillar page, Fuerteventura beaches. Here's how to get there, where to find a bit more peace and quiet, and what to know before spending the day.
In a nutshell
- 9 km of sand and dunes, within the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park (over 26 km²).
- Car access via the FV-1, parking along the road, 2-5 minutes' walk to the beach.
- From the town centre, the northern beaches are a 15-20 minute walk.
- A naturist area is tolerated in the coves south of the park.
The Grandes Playas and the dunes natural park
The Grandes Playas of Corralejo form a stretch of beaches running for about 9 km, backed by the largest dunes in the Canaries. The whole area is protected within the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park, which covers over 26 km².
One quirk of the site: the very white sand comes from marine shell erosion built up over millennia — a very different colour from the black volcanic sand found elsewhere on the island.
How do you get to Corralejo beach?
The simplest way to reach Corralejo beach is by car: several car parks along the FV-1 lead into the dunes in a 2-5 minute walk, just south of town. From Corralejo town centre, the northern beaches of the park are also a 15-20 minute walk away.
Naturist area: the coves to the south
Towards the south of the park, the crowds thin out and a few more sheltered coves are tolerated for naturism. Playa del Moro, a small sheltered cove just north of Flag Beach, and Playa del Pozo, with its fine sand, are the best known among naturists.
As everywhere on the island, discretion and respect for other beachgoers apply here too. These spots are part of the wider picture covered in our guide to beaches across the island.
Flag Beach: the north's surf and kitesurf spot
In the north of the park, Flag Beach remains the go-to spot for surfing and kitesurfing, thanks to its consistent waves and constant wind exposure. The site (Punta Prieta) draws beginners and experienced riders alike.
To compare with the island's other beaches before planning your day, head to our Canary Islands guide.
Frequently asked questions
Where are the Grandes Playas of Corralejo?
South of Corralejo town, along the FV-1, within the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park, running for about 9 km.
How do you drive to Corralejo beach?
Via the FV-1 south of town: several car parks line the road, with a 2-5 minute walk through the dunes to the beach.
Can you walk from Corralejo town centre?
Yes, the nearest beaches within the park are a 15-20 minute walk from the centre.
Where is the naturist area in Corralejo?
In the more secluded coves to the south of the park, notably Playa del Moro and Playa del Pozo.
Why is Corralejo's sand so white?
It comes from marine shell erosion built up over millennia, giving it a pale colour, unlike the black volcanic sand found elsewhere.
Where can you surf or kitesurf in Corralejo?
At Flag Beach (Punta Prieta), in the north of the park, known for its waves and steady wind.