Discover the Wild Nature of Fuerteventura

El Cofete Beach is one of the most stunning beaches in Fuerteventura and, by extension, in the Canary Islands. It’s an immense golden sand beach, nearly 14 kilometers in length. The beach is surrounded by mountains, which contribute to its wild and secluded appearance, and the sea here is open and subject to strong currents.

Given its length and the impressive landscape that surrounds it, El Cofete is ideal for long walks along the shore or for hiking in the surrounding area. The nearby mountain trails offer spectacular panoramic views of the beach and the ocean.

Moreover, both the beach and its surroundings are habitats for many species of birds and marine fauna, making it an excellent place for nature observation, especially at dawn or dusk.

If you are fond of photography, the landscape of El Cofete, with its vast expanses of sand combined with the ocean waters and the mountains, will seem like a true paradise; you will find it hard to stop taking photos 😉

El Cofete is located in the Jandía Natural Park, in the municipality of Pájara, south of the island of Fuerteventura. Access to the beach is through a dirt road that starts from Morro Jable. Although the journey has its difficulties, the views and the experience of reaching one of the most impressive beaches in Europe are more than worth it.

There is no direct public transportation to El Cofete beach, so the best option is to rent a car (preferably a 4×4, as the road can be challenging in some parts). The route from Morro Jable to the beach parking is just over 20 kilometers, but it can easily take up to 50 minutes to 1 hour to get there, as you have to cross the mountain range that divides the Jandía peninsula in two.

El Cofete is such an impressive beach that the best thing you can do there is enjoy the view and walk on its sand. Take the opportunity to spend a quiet day, totally away from the noise and hustle of the city.

Even if you are not into photography, we assure you that you will want to take tons of pictures.

Explore the surroundings of the beach. In addition to the spectacular viewpoint mentioned before, the Cofete cemetery, located next to the beach parking, at the edge of the sand and surrounded by a small stone wall, will certainly grab your attention.

Walking along the beach from the parking lot towards the east, you can reach the Islote de Cofete or Islote de las Siete Viudas, which divides the beach into two areas (Barlovento to the east and Cofete to the west), and continue to the far east of the beach, also known as Punta de Playa Larga.

At the opposite end of the beach is the Roque del Moro, which possibly offers the most spectacular view of the beach. At low tide, there are small natural pools in the rocks in this area.

Just over 2 kilometers away from the beach is the small village of Cofete, where there is a restaurant. It’s possible to get there by public transport from Morro Jable, as there is a bus twice a day that goes to Puertito de la Cruz and stops in Cofete.

About a kilometer from the village is the Casa Winter, a villa built in the 1940s by a German engineer, Gustav Winter. The house is surrounded by mystery, and numerous legends circulate about its past.

• Bring enough water and food, as there are no services on the beach.
• Don’t forget sunscreen, a cap or hat, and sunglasses, as sun exposure can be intense.
• It’s usually very windy in this area; keep this in mind and bring some protection (a jacket, something to tie your hair).
• As mentioned before, it’s advisable to use an all-terrain vehicle to reach the beach, as the dirt road can be challenging for other types of cars.
• Halfway there is a viewpoint where it’s worth stopping for a moment to enjoy the view towards the sea, which is truly impressive.
• Check the tides in the app before planning your visit; you will enjoy it more if the tide is low, especially the Roque del Moro area.
• El Cofete is known to be a place where nudism is usually practiced, thanks to its extension and privacy.
• Although the waters of El Cofete may seem tempting for surf lovers, keep in mind that the sea here is quite open and often presents strong currents and waves, so it’s not a safe place for this type of sport.
• Also, bear in mind that it’s not a beach for a relaxed swim. In addition to the wind, strong currents and waves are common, so be really cautious.
• Being an isolated and very large beach, there are no specific restrictions that prohibit the presence of pets on the beach. However, if you decide to go to the beach with your dog, act responsibly: make sure it does not bother other visitors and pick up its excrement so that the beach remains clean.

We hope that with this description you are eager to discover this and other wonderful beaches about which you can find a lot of information in the app. And, if you already know El Cofete, do not forget to share your experience with other app users!

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