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Betancuria is a small village in the middle of the island, and was the former capital of the island. The village is hidden between the mountains, so the drive to the village runs straight through the (at least for Fuerteventura) middle mountains. Along the way you will come across a number of photo stops where you can enjoy the view. (don't forget the camera). In Betancura is a church, an Archaeological Museum, an old monastery, and a number of historic buildings. There are a few restaurants, bars and souvenir shops. Don't forget to visit Casa Santa Maria. You can park for free near the church and on the south side of the village is a large free parking space.
Bus 03 Pto. del Rosario (transfer)
Bus 02 Vega Rio Palma - Betancuria
MIRADOR TRAIL BETANCURIA
In the north of Betancuria, on the mountainside, there are two giant statues of Ayose and Guise, these are two former rulers on Fuerteventura. There are two parking ports for your car and it is a unique place to take pictures of the images but more importantly you have a view over the north and south. Close to the statues there is a narrow road that leads to the Mirador de Morro Velosa a lookout post (building) designed by the famous architect, Caesar Manrique. The building houses a museum dedicated to the arid landscape of Fuerteventura and there is also a small café. Parking and admission are free. There is also a spectacular view of the center and north of Fuerteventura from the building. Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm. To the south of Betancuria, on the road to Pajara, there are also a number of Miradors with parking spaces. These Miradors overlook the east and south of the island
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Betancuria
Betancuria is a small village in the middle of the island, and was the former capital of the island. The village is hidden between the mountains, so the drive to the village runs straight through the (at least for Fuerteventura) middle mountains. Along the way you will come across a number of photo stops where you can enjoy the view. (don't forget the camera). In Betancura is a church, an Archaeological Museum, an old monastery, and a number of historic buildings. There are a few restaurants, bars and souvenir shops. Don't forget to visit Casa Santa Maria. You can park for free near the church and on the south side of the village is a large free parking space.
Bus 03 Pto. del Rosario (transfer)
Bus 02 Vega Rio Palma - Betancuria
MIRADOR TRAIL BETANCURIA
In the north of Betancuria, on the mountainside, there are two giant statues of Ayose and Guise, these are two former rulers on Fuerteventura. There are two parking ports for your car and it is a unique place to take pictures of the images but more importantly you have a view over the north and south. Close to the statues there is a narrow road that leads to the Mirador de Morro Velosa a lookout post (building) designed by the famous architect, Caesar Manrique. The building houses a museum dedicated to the arid landscape of Fuerteventura and there is also a small café. Parking and admission are free. There is also a spectacular view of the center and north of Fuerteventura from the building. Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm. To the south of Betancuria, on the road to Pajara, there are also a number of Miradors with parking spaces. These Miradors overlook the east and south of the island
Salt Museum Salinas del Carmen
2 Barrio las SalinasLIGHTHOUSE ENTALLADA, PLAYITAS (Tuineje)
Near the village of Las Playitas in the municipality of Tuineje is the lighthouse of Entallada or Punta Lantailla.
This is the closest point of the Canary Islands to Africa, with a distance of less than 100 km, from which you have a breathtaking view from the coast. Don't forget to take pictures when you go upstairs.
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Faro de la Entallada
LIGHTHOUSE ENTALLADA, PLAYITAS (Tuineje)
Near the village of Las Playitas in the municipality of Tuineje is the lighthouse of Entallada or Punta Lantailla.
This is the closest point of the Canary Islands to Africa, with a distance of less than 100 km, from which you have a breathtaking view from the coast. Don't forget to take pictures when you go upstairs.
Walking route through the greenest part of Fuerteventura. (Ermita de Virgen de Peña)
On the west side of the village of Vega de Rio palmas, a well-known walking route (5 km, about two hours) runs through the Barranco de las Peñitas. The starting point is near the bus stop. Follow the path along the northern side of the deeply carved ravine to Ermita de Virgen de Peña, the white chapel that sits on a flank of the barranco. This chapel marks the place where the long-lost statue of the Virgin Mary was found. In the chapel, this history is depicted on a painting.
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Vega de Río Palmas
Walking route through the greenest part of Fuerteventura. (Ermita de Virgen de Peña)
On the west side of the village of Vega de Rio palmas, a well-known walking route (5 km, about two hours) runs through the Barranco de las Peñitas. The starting point is near the bus stop. Follow the path along the northern side of the deeply carved ravine to Ermita de Virgen de Peña, the white chapel that sits on a flank of the barranco. This chapel marks the place where the long-lost statue of the Virgin Mary was found. In the chapel, this history is depicted on a painting.
BARRANCO DE LOS ESCANTADOS (La Oliva)
The Barranco de los Encantados, also known as the Barranco de los Enamoradosn It is a set of eroded rocks consisting of beautifully colored sandstone. The Barranco can be reached via the road between La Oliva and Lajares (FV10), from where you have to drive west on an unpaved road.
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Barranco de los enamorados
BARRANCO DE LOS ESCANTADOS (La Oliva)
The Barranco de los Encantados, also known as the Barranco de los Enamoradosn It is a set of eroded rocks consisting of beautifully colored sandstone. The Barranco can be reached via the road between La Oliva and Lajares (FV10), from where you have to drive west on an unpaved road.
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SCULPTURES WALKING ROUTE (Pto del Rosario)
In the center of Pto. del Rosario there are more than 100 sculptures to admire on street squares and alleys. All sculptures stand here and there along streets on squares on roundabouts and along Boulevards and in harbors. Stroll relaxed through the center of Pto. you will come across del Rosario.
Bus 03 towards Pto. del Rosario Bus station stop.
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Puerto del Rosario
SCULPTURES WALKING ROUTE (Pto del Rosario)
In the center of Pto. del Rosario there are more than 100 sculptures to admire on street squares and alleys. All sculptures stand here and there along streets on squares on roundabouts and along Boulevards and in harbors. Stroll relaxed through the center of Pto. you will come across del Rosario.
Bus 03 towards Pto. del Rosario Bus station stop.
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PUNTA DE JANDIA LIGHTHOUSE, COFETE, VILLA WINTER (Paraja)
Punta de Jandia is enjoying the view of the ocean.
Can be combined with a visit to Pto de la Cruz, a small sleepy fishing village and the endless beaches on the west coast at Cofete and Villa Winter.
Bus 03 towards Pto. del Rosario (transfer)
Bus 01 towards Morro Jable (transfer)
Bus 111 towards Cofete - Punta de Jandia
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Punta Jandia Lighthouse
PUNTA DE JANDIA LIGHTHOUSE, COFETE, VILLA WINTER (Paraja)
Punta de Jandia is enjoying the view of the ocean.
Can be combined with a visit to Pto de la Cruz, a small sleepy fishing village and the endless beaches on the west coast at Cofete and Villa Winter.
Bus 03 towards Pto. del Rosario (transfer)
Bus 01 towards Morro Jable (transfer)
Bus 111 towards Cofete - Punta de Jandia
1. LAS DUNAS NATIONAL PARK (La Oliva)
The white sand of the dunes is on both sides of the FV-1 route towards Corralejo and you can enter it at the indicated locations along the way. There you have the opportunity to walk through the sand dunes or to stroll or walk on the long sandy beaches. There are free parking spaces on the sides of the road.
Bus 03 towards Pto. del Rosario (bus station - transfer)
Bus 06 towards Corralejo - Park Holandes - Los Hoteles exit
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Parque Natural de Corralejo
1. LAS DUNAS NATIONAL PARK (La Oliva)
The white sand of the dunes is on both sides of the FV-1 route towards Corralejo and you can enter it at the indicated locations along the way. There you have the opportunity to walk through the sand dunes or to stroll or walk on the long sandy beaches. There are free parking spaces on the sides of the road.
Bus 03 towards Pto. del Rosario (bus station - transfer)
Bus 06 towards Corralejo - Park Holandes - Los Hoteles exit
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Tranquility and Nature
For everyone who likes a brisk walk and where you get an unforgettable view at the top of this mountain in the middle of a nature reserve. A special walking route is marked with signposts.
Starts in Morro Jable (Pajara-Jandia)
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Pico de las Zarzas
Tranquility and Nature
For everyone who likes a brisk walk and where you get an unforgettable view at the top of this mountain in the middle of a nature reserve. A special walking route is marked with signposts.
Starts in Morro Jable (Pajara-Jandia)