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Lanzarote

Volcanic beauty in perfect harmony

Lanzarote

The lava has sculpted a unique beauty where volcanic black merges with the white of its villages.

Geography

Location in the Archipelago

Lanzarote, the island of volcanoes, is the easternmost and third most populous. Its volcanic landscapes have made it a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

846km² Surface Area
670m Max. Altitude
Lanzarote

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Municipalities of Lanzarote

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7 municipalities

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Hover over the map to discover Lanzarote's municipalities. Click to see what to do in each one.

Contrasting Coasts

Endless Beaches

From the wild black sands of the north to the golden calm waters of the south. The Atlantic in all its facets.

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Living History

Cultural Heritage

The historical and cultural legacy of Lanzarote is manifested in every corner of the island.

Unique Flavors

Gastronomy: Flavor of the sea

The gastronomy of Lanzarote is very marked by the volcanic landscape and life by the sea. Its dishes are usually simple, but with high-quality products, such as fresh fish, limpets, octopus and potatoes. Canarian sancocho and fish broth are very traditional recipes on the island.

The dry climate and volcanic soil greatly influence its cuisine. Although agriculture is limited, Lanzarote makes very good use of what its environment offers, especially seafood and some crops adapted to the island, such as vines. In fact, its wines are well known for growing in volcanic ash soils.

The cuisine of Lanzarote retains a very local and authentic character. Many of its recipes were born out of necessity and adaptation to the environment, which is why they are as simple as they are tasty. Today, this tradition continues to be one of the great cultural attractions of Lanzarote.

Papas Arrugadas
Papas ArrugadasWith traditional mojo sauces
Tacoronte Wines
Tacoronte WinesDenomination of origin
Guachinches
GuachinchesTraditional local food
Goat Cheeses
Goat CheesesCured and rich cheeses
Fresh Fish
Fresh FishFresh cherne, vieja and tuna
Papas arrugadasMojo picónGofioVieja fritaBienmesabe

Volcanic Flavor

Recommended restaurants

Lucky Loser Famara
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Lucky Loser Famara

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.8
Closed
Bar Cafeteria El Pisquito
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Bar Cafeteria El Pisquito

Lanzarote

Haría

4.8
Closed
Restaurante Mirador de Los Valles
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Restaurante Mirador de Los Valles

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.8
Closed
Bar Bahia de Nao
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Bar Bahia de Nao

Lanzarote

Arrecife

4.8
Closed
DE FRENTE AL MAR
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DE FRENTE AL MAR

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.8
Closed
El Guachinche de Luis
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El Guachinche de Luis

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.8
Closed
Restaurant Pizzeria Casa Morelino
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Restaurant Pizzeria Casa Morelino

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.8
Closed
Restaurante L'Atelier Bistro Bar
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Restaurante L'Atelier Bistro Bar

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.8
Closed
Restaurante Las Delicias de Ines
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Restaurante Las Delicias de Ines

Lanzarote

Arrecife

4.8
Closed
Restaurante Majo Picón
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Restaurante Majo Picón

Lanzarote

Tinajo

4.8
Closed
Restaurante El Barquillo (El Sótano)
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Restaurante El Barquillo (El Sótano)

Lanzarote

Tinajo

4.7
Closed
Restaurante Alma tapas & +
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Restaurante Alma tapas & +

Lanzarote

Tinajo

4.7
Closed
Ikarus
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Ikarus

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.7
Closed
Bar Cafetería Los Roferos
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Bar Cafetería Los Roferos

Lanzarote

Haría

4.7
Closed
La Gaviota Restaurante
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La Gaviota Restaurante

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.7
Closed
La Tasca de Lita
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La Tasca de Lita

Lanzarote

Teguise

4.7
Restaurante Grill Casa Satorno. Tinguatón
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Restaurante Grill Casa Satorno. Tinguatón

Lanzarote

Tinajo

4.7
Closed
Restaurante Mezzaluna
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Restaurante Mezzaluna

Lanzarote

Tinajo

4.7
Closed

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Experiences in Lanzarote

Lanzarote is not just to be admired, it is to be lived. The activities the island offers are as diverse as its landscapes. From soaring the skies on a paraglider to descending into the ocean depths.

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