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LANZAROTE

Map of Lanzarote

Lanzarote is the most easterly of the seven Canary Islands. It is located about 100km off the north west coast of Africa and north of the island of Fuerteventura.

The longest part of the island, running from north east to south west, is 60km in length and the widest point is only 21km.

It has been described as the island of 100 volcanoes, with a lunar like landscape, that has changed little since the last eruptions during the 18th and 19th centuries.

The highest elevation is about 670 metres above sea level and forms the national Park of Timanfaya where visitors can witness the live volcano in all its glory.

Despite the volcanic nature, Lanzarote has several beautiful beaches of white sand, such as Playa Blanca and Papagayo.The crystal clear ocean and long sandy beaches make it popular with tourists and surfers.

LANZAROTE INFORMATION

The annual air temperature averages about 21C, with a water temperature fluctuating between 22C in the summer and 18C in the winter.

It is the least mountainous of the Canary Islands with a lot of flat land and a dry climate. There is no ground water and water is produced by desalination.

Puerto del Carmen is the most popular resort for English tourists.

Local regulations control the amount and style of developments, influenced by Cesar Manrique, who created seven tourist centres.

There is very little billboard advertising or high rise buildings.

Lanzarote - La Geria

Language & Services

Spanish is the local language but English is widely spoken in most resorts.

Money. The Euro is the common european currency. Banks open on weekday mornings only, with no Saturday opening between June - October.

Health. Ensure that as a tourist you have adequate medical insurance cover for private treatment and also the E111 form from the UK, for free emergency treatment.

Property

The value of property continues to increase each year, making the purchase of property a sound financial investment.

Property can be bought as a new construction from developers at the planning stage or as resale of existing properties through estate agents or private owners.

Look at our helpful guides found in the property resources section, to determine which is best for you.

Use our property search section, to match your own requirements, or go to our let us search for you section to allow us to do the hard work and provide you with the property you are looking for.