Canary Islands
Fuerteventura
Canary Islands
Fuerteventura
Erasmus internship on Fuerteventura – The island with beautiful, endless beaches
General information
Fuerteventura is the oldest of the Canary Islands. Of volcanic origin, its azure ocean and gorgeous, endless sandy beaches are most impressive. The inland landscape also leaves a lasting impression. The tourist destinations are Jandía in the south, Costa Calma and Corralejo in the north. During your Erasmus internship on Fuerteventura you have many options: On the one hand you can lay on the beaches with lots of other tourists and enjoy the sunshine, on the other hand you can easily find a lonely beach to set your mind free of stress. Whether in the high sandy dunes of Corralejo in north of Fuerteventura or on a southern beach stretching for miles and miles, everybody can find their own paradise.
Fuerteventura is the oldest of the Canary Islands. Of volcanic origin, its azure ocean and gorgeous, endless sandy beaches are most impressive. The inland landscape also leaves a lasting impression. The tourist destinations are Jandía in the south, Costa Calma and Corralejo in the north. During your Erasmus internship on Fuerteventura you have many options: On the one hand you can lay on the beaches with lots of other tourists and enjoy the sunshine, on the other hand you can easily find a lonely beach to set your mind free of stress. Whether in the high sandy dunes of Corralejo in north of Fuerteventura or on a southern beach stretching for miles and miles, everybody can find their own paradise.
Fuerteventura is the oldest of the Canary Islands. Of volcanic origin, its azure ocean and gorgeous, endless sandy beaches are most impressive. The inland landscape also leaves a lasting impression. The tourist destinations are Jandía in the south, Costa Calma and Corralejo in the north. During your Erasmus internship on Fuerteventura you have many options: On the one hand you can lay on the beaches with lots of other tourists and enjoy the sunshine, on the other hand you can easily find a lonely beach to set your mind free of stress. Whether in the high sandy dunes of Corralejo in north of Fuerteventura or on a southern beach stretching for miles and miles, everybody can find their own paradise.
Capital: Puerto del Rosario
Population: approx. 100.000
Size: approx. 1.700 km2, second largest Canary Island
Climate: Mild, in midsummer approx. 28 degrees, during winter approx. 24 degrees, only a few rainy days a year.
Location: Located to the east within the Canary Islands, south of Lanzarote, situated 120 km west of the Moroccan coast, in the Atlantic Ocean.
Capital: Puerto del Rosario
Population: approx. 100.000
Size: approx. 1.700 km2, second largest Canary Island
Climate: Mild, in midsummer approx. 28 degrees, during winter approx. 24 degrees, only a few rainy days a year.
Location: Located to the east within the Canary Islands, south of Lanzarote, situated 120 km west of the Moroccan coast, in the Atlantic Ocean.
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Excursions
Many different cities and locations can be visited on Fuerteventura.
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about Fuerteventura
Worth being seen are Corralejo , El Cotillo , Costa Calma, Jandia , and the picturesque fishing village Morro Jable right next to Jandia. There are also Betancuria, La Olivia, the capitol: Puerto del Rosario, and Tefia which you can visit.
As leisure time activities especially water sports like surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, jetskiing or kayaking as well as catamaran sailing, snorkeling or diving, can be recommended. But of course, you can also take a sunbath or do windskating on the beach.
In order to explore the island, it is worth to take part in individual or group guided tours by mountainbike or quad bike. A special fascination are the various widespread villages, superb mountains and tranquil landscapes. The most typical attractions on Fuerteventura are the endless white beaches, which are doubtless the most beautiful ones of the Canary Islands and a paradise for walkers.
No matter what you are interested in, the dunes of Corralejo, sports activities near or on the water, or the Oasis Park near Costa Calma – on Fuerteventura offers something for everyone!
Erasmus internship
Excursions
Many different cities and locations can be visited on Fuerteventura.
fuerteventuraguide
about Fuerteventura
Worth being seen are Corralejo , El Cotillo , Costa Calma, Jandia , and the picturesque fishing village Morro Jable right next to Jandia. There are also Betancuria, La Olivia, the capitol: Puerto del Rosario, and Tefia which you can visit.
As leisure time activities especially water sports like surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, jetskiing or kayaking as well as catamaran sailing, snorkeling or diving, can be recommended. But of course, you can also take a sunbath or do windskating on the beach.
In order to explore the island, it is worth to take part in individual or group guided tours by mountainbike or quad bike. A special fascination are the various widespread villages, superb mountains and tranquil landscapes. The most typical attractions on Fuerteventura are the endless white beaches, which are doubtless the most beautiful ones of the Canary Islands and a paradise for walkers.
No matter what you are interested in, the dunes of Corralejo, sports activities near or on the water, or the Oasis Park near Costa Calma – on Fuerteventura offers something for everyone!
The Villa Winter
The Villa Winter is located near Cofete at Fuerteventura’s westcoast in Jandia. It got its name from the German engineer Gustav Winter. In the early years, mysterious stories have been told about an alleged German submarine base and a subterranean tunnel system with connection to the sea.
Also dubious stories about temporarily installed accomodations of Nazi leaders and their transport to South America during World War II have been spread. Although reporters who have been busy with this topic for years, they did not found any evidence to disprove.
The house was built in 1946 and consists of two floors, a tower and partly closed cellar rooms. Some tourist guides talk about the Villa winter as a “Holiday residence of a German general”. If you like to discover more about the stories and the Villa Winter, it’s worth a visit! The Villa Winter can be visited all day.
The Villa Winter
The Villa Winter is located near Cofete at Fuerteventura’s westcoast in Jandia. It got its name from the German engineer Gustav Winter. In the early years, mysterious stories have been told about an alleged German submarine base and a subterranean tunnel system with connection to the sea.
Also dubious stories about temporarily installed accomodations of Nazi leaders and their transport to South America during World War II have been spread. Although reporters who have been busy with this topic for years, they did not found any evidence to disprove.
The house was built in 1946 and consists of two floors, a tower and partly closed cellar rooms. Some tourist guides talk about the Villa winter as a “Holiday residence of a German general”. If you like to discover more about the stories and the Villa Winter, it’s worth a visit! The Villa Winter can be visited all day.
La Atalayita
Worth seeing is also the archaeological site Settlement La Atalayita. It is based on former times of Fuerteventura’s natives, called the Mahos, who had been a North African berber nation during the 15th century. The uniqueness of partly reconstructed buildings in this settlement makes her one of the most important archaeological sites of the island.
You can visit the settlemet each day, the information center is accessible only during the openening hours. Here you get valuable information about the settlement and a description of the tour. The settlement La Atalayita is situated in the eastern part of Fuerteventura and is only 3 km away from the settlement Pozo Negro.
Opening hours Tuesday to Friday and on Sundays from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm. Admission free!
Acua Water Park
In the north of Fuerteventura, in Corralejo, the Acua Water Park is located. With lots of different water attractions, slides and wave pools, the park offers a fun factor to get your mind off of the work in the hotel.
Furthermore, around the water park there is a small zoo with sea lions, a pool of sharks and other animals, as well as the area “Parque de Europa” with carousels and a ghost castle called “Hotel de Terror”. If you like water parks, the Acua Water Park is a good alternative.
For further information have a look at: acua water park
Oasis Park
The Oasis Park near Costa Calma is a popular tourist attraction, which appeals with a zoo, animal shows, a botanic garden, and camel safari. The zoo hosts more than 250 animal species.
Special attractions are the animal shows. When visiting the parrots show you can admire the artistic capabilities of them, as well as the aerial acrobatics of the birds of prey. If you want to get closer, you can pet some animals in the reptilian and sea lion show. The Oasis Park offers a wonderful view on Fuerteventura.
If you like nature, fauna and flora, you should definitely visit the Oasis Park!
Further information you can find here: fuerteventuraoasispark
La Atalayita
Worth seeing is also the archaeological site Settlement La Atalayita. It is based on former times of Fuerteventura’s natives, called the Mahos, who had been a North African berber nation during the 15th century. The uniqueness of partly reconstructed buildings in this settlement makes her one of the most important archaeological sites of the island.
You can visit the settlemet each day, the information center is accessible only during the openening hours. Here you get valuable information about the settlement and a description of the tour. The settlement La Atalayita is situated in the eastern part of Fuerteventura and is only 3 km away from the settlement Pozo Negro.
Opening hours Tuesday to Friday and on Sundays from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm. Admission free!
Acua Water Park
In the north of Fuerteventura, in Corralejo, the Acua Water Park is located. With lots of different water attractions, slides and wave pools, the park offers a fun factor to get your mind off of the work in the hotel.
Furthermore, around the water park there is a small zoo with sea lions, a pool of sharks and other animals, as well as the area “Parque de Europa” with carousels and a ghost castle called “Hotel de Terror”. If you like water parks, the Acua Water Park is a good alternative.
For further information have a look at: acua water park
Oasis Park
The Oasis Park near Costa Calma is a popular tourist attraction, which appeals with a zoo, animal shows, a botanic garden, and camel safari. The zoo hosts more than 250 animal species.
Special attractions are the animal shows. When visiting the parrots show you can admire the artistic capabilities of them, as well as the aerial acrobatics of the birds of prey. If you want to get closer, you can pet some animals in the reptilian and sea lion show. The Oasis Park offers a wonderful view on Fuerteventura.
If you like nature, fauna and flora, you should definitely visit the Oasis Park!
Further information you can find here: fuerteventuraoasispark
Festivals
Fuerteventura offers lots of different festivals, among music festivals like the Rock and Blues festival, there are e.g. the International Kite Festival in November and apart from that many competitions up to the World Championship in Windsurfing. To get information about dates and locations, you should ask at site, read in local newspapers, and at the best just ask your colleagues in the hotel!
Museums
Casa Museo Unamuno – illustrating photographs and documents from the Spanish writer and philosopher Miguel de Unamuno during his life in exile
Casa Santa Maria – mansion built during 16th century
Museo de Betancuria – located in the Calle Roberto Roldán; the entrance is easy to find, because of two cannons
Museo del Grano – residence of a former tax collector
Casa de los Coroneles – historically and architecturally most valuable building on Fuerteventura
Casa Mané – Canarian art is shown in the Casa Mané, a magnificent mansion with moorish accents
Festivals
Fuerteventura offers lots of different festivals, among music festivals like the Rock and Blues festival, there are e.g. the International Kite Festival in November and apart from that many competitions up to the World Championship in Windsurfing. To get information about dates and locations, you should ask at site, read in local newspapers, and at the best just ask your colleagues in the hotel!
Museums
Casa Museo Unamuno – illustrating photographs and documents from the Spanish writer and philosopher Miguel de Unamuno during his life in exile
Casa Santa Maria – mansion built during 16th century
Museo de Betancuria – located in the Calle Roberto Roldán; the entrance is easy to find, because of two cannons
Museo del Grano – residence of a former tax collector
Casa de los Coroneles – historically and architecturally most valuable building on Fuerteventura
Casa Mané – Canarian art is shown in the Casa Mané, a magnificent mansion with moorish accents
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Nightlife
Spain’s nightlife starts later than somewhere else – but therefore people celebrate and dance into the small hours! Party and dance addicts can have a blast on Fuerteventura, especially in Jandía and Corralejo, but also in other cities. A very popular attraction in Jandía are the upper floors of the Centro Comercial “Cosmo” with various music bars like the Noche Tropical. Other discotheques e.g. the Mafasca and the Disco-Pub-Tequila (Centro Comercial Atlantica) invite for having a good party. Our interns know where having a good time during their Erasmus internship.
Erasmus internship
Nightlife
Spain’s nightlife starts later than somewhere else – but therefore people celebrate and dance into the small hours! Party and dance addicts can have a blast on Fuerteventura, especially in Jandía and Corralejo, but also in other cities. A very popular attraction in Jandía are the upper floors of the Centro Comercial “Cosmo” with various music bars like the Noche Tropical. Other discotheques e.g. the Mafasca and the Disco-Pub-Tequila (Centro Comercial Atlantica) invite for having a good party. Our interns know where having a good time during their Erasmus internship.
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Puerto del Rosario:
Costa Calma
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