A TRIP ROUTE
INTERESTING FACTS
Just 100 km off the coast of Africa, Fuerteventura is the oldest island in the archipelago. Inhabited by the Mojos tribe, it was conquered at the beginning of the 15th century by Jean de Bethencourt, acting on behalf of the King of Castile. Fuerteventura is often called "goat island" because goats are the dominant livestock here. They can be found literally everywhere, which we experienced personally while visiting the island by car. Singly, in pairs or in small herds, they traverse the gentle slopes of eroded volcanoes in search of food. The ubiquitous goats have left their mark even in the names of places. Puerto de Cabras or "goat's port" is the old name of the present capital of the island of Puerto de Rosario.August 2015
Bearing in mind the extraordinary beauty of Lanzarote's landscapes, we decided to spend another vacation in Fuerteventura. The choice turned out to be a bull's eye, and the stay on the island was a real pleasure. As usual, we rode it along and across it, drawing handfuls from the resources of nature, culture and history of Fuerteventura.
We lived in the small coastal town of Caleta de Fueste. Located in the middle of the island, it turned out to be an excellent base for our road trips. A spacious and well-equipped hotel with the all inclusive option, met the expectations of even the most demanding guests. The seaside promenade and the wide, sandy beach situated in a picturesque bay gave the opportunity to rest and take a relaxing bath. What more can you expect from a family holiday abroad ?Julek is resting
The advantages of the tiny town of Caleta de Fueste were beautiful walking routes along the ocean and delicious food. Julek, on the other hand, liked swimming pools for children. He spent a lot of time testing various inflatable swim aids there. In the end, he decided on a huge stingray, which aroused the admiration of the kids. The fun was great. Sometimes he scared the other kids, sometimes he took the punches from the older boys himself.
Northern part
Fortunately, the northern part of Fuerteventura, apart from Dunas de Corralejo, is not too crowded with tourists. And good, because you can find small fishing villages here, such as El Cotillo or Los Molinos. We went there hoping for an afternoon rest away from the crowds of tourists. And in fact, the picturesque Los Molinos, squeezed between fancifully shaped rocks, met our expectations.
Dunas de Corralejo
One of the attractions of the island is the Parque Natural Dunas de Corralejo. For a distance of over 10 km, there are delightful white sand dunes that gently slope towards the ocean. The place is so amazing that we visited it twice. The entrance to the dunes is unlimited, so we used it at will, traversing the area along and across, climbing the tops of the dunes, and then sliding down or rolling down the slope. The fun was amazing.
Middle part
Between the beaches of the north and south, there is a volcanic land shimmering with colors. The most beautiful town here is the first capital of the island of Betancuria . The white buildings contrast with the cinnamon hills and the blue sky. Colorful flowers hang from the walls of the houses, and everything seems to have stopped in time. A walk through the deserted streets was a real pleasure for us.
Jandia Peninsula
The Jandia peninsula is the most mountainous part of the island. It is known primarily for Playa de Sotavento or "beach where the wind blows". A beautiful 6 km long sandbank, creating picturesque lagoons, is one of the most visited and photographed villages in Fuerteventura. In fact, the beach made an amazing impression on us, and its biggest attraction is that due to the winds blowing from different directions, it looks different each time.