Puerto del Rosario the capital of Fuerteventura

Puerto del Rosario, the capital of Fuerteventura is located in the center of the island and more precisely on its eastern coast.

The town of Puerto del Rosario in Fuerteventura was known as “Puerto Cabras” until 1956.

The most important city of Fuerteventura was mainly dedicated to the maritime and commercial transport of the island.

Often described as unattractive from a tourist point of view, Puerto del Rosario is an excellent starting point for visiting the island from North to South.

In addition to its strategic location, accommodation in Puerto del Rosario is significantly cheaper than other locations.

Compared to other towns on the island, Puerto del Rosario is the only town to have a real open-air museum that is completely free.

If you can’t do without shopping, even on holiday, there is the possibility of having fun at the three-story shopping centre ” Las Rotondas “.

 

Fuerteventura airport, El Matorral

Fuerteventura Airport , also known as El Matorral Airport, is located a few kilometres southwest of the island’s capital, Puerto del Rosario .

It is the second largest airport in the Canary Islands, after Gran Canaria , with numerous low-cost flights to Fuerteventura.

El Matorral Airport at Fuerteventura serves several destinations in Europe, Africa and North America and many tourists prefer itineraries in Fuerteventura of at least 10 days.

The airport has a modern and well-equipped terminal, with numerous shops, restaurants and services for passengers, who choose a holiday home in Fuerteventura .

There are also a wide range of options for transport from the airport to the centre of the island, including buses, taxis but the advice is to rent a car .

Once you land, how to get around is not a problem and not even whether the northern or southern part of Fuerteventura is better.

Fuerteventura Airport at Puerto del Rosario offers the possibility of finding all the services a traveler needs.

A few steps from the departures and arrivals, you will find a huge square, where all the car rental companies are present to tour the island in total freedom.

Obviously it is advisable to find out what to pack to go to Fuerteventura and how long it takes to visit the island .

As well as which are the windiest months in Fuerteventura , what to do in Fuerteventura for free and what is the cheapest month to go there .

 

What to do and what to visit in Puerto del Rosario

Puerto del Rosario the capital of Fuerteventura is often overlooked by first-time holidaymakers on the island.

First-time tourists prefer locations in the north such as Corralejo or the south, choosing between Costa Calma or Morro Jable .

The capital of Fuerteventura , Puerto del Rosario, however, offers all the services, shops and shopping centres that all the other locations on the island do not have.

To visit the centre of Puerto del Rosario you need a few hours and then decide whether to relax on the two beaches not far from each other: Playa Chica and Playa Blanca .

To visit Puerto del Rosario in Fuerteventura it is best to start from the historic centre and therefore from calle Primero de Mayo.

In this area you will find shops, bars, restaurants and in the immediate vicinity:

• Church of Our Lady of the Rosary
• Miguel de Unamuno House Museum
• Sculpture Park

If you want to have lunch or dinner near the port and a stone’s throw from the centre, there are restaurants in perfect Canarian style, with fresh, excellent quality products.

The capital of Fuerteventura is rich in tradition and centuries-old culture and unmissable places in its vicinity such as: Tetir , Tefia , Ecomuseo de la Alcogida , Vega de Rio Palmas , Playa Jarugo .

 

The beaches of Puerto del Rosario

The most beautiful beaches in Puerto del Rosario are Playa Blanca and Playa Chica , both easily accessible from the city centre.

Both beaches are well organized and usually frequented by Majoreros, with very clean waters and sheltered from the wind.

Playa de los Pozos, a beach in Puerto del Rosario, a few meters from the center is often used by tourists arriving from cruise ships .

But also by those who do not like to wait for hours at the airport before departure, but prefer to relax by the sea.

For lovers of the unspoiled nature of Fuerteventura, Puerto del Rosario offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including:

• Excursions
• Trekking
• equitation
• birdwatching
• mountain bike

Playa Chica

Playa Chica in Fuerteventura is a small urban beach, located on the seafront of the capital a few meters from its historic center.

The beach is not very wide, but well-kept, with white sand and spectacular colors of the ocean and it looks like a swimming pool for its very calm waters.

Also called Playa de Los Pozos, this beach is suitable for families with children, thanks to its shallow waters and very sheltered from the wind.

If you don’t feel like having a traditional packed lunch, you can find several restaurants with sea views nearby.

Playa Blanca

Playa Blanca is located just outside the city center and for those who love to relax and sunbathe, there is the possibility of renting sunbeds and umbrellas at an average cost of €10.

This beach in Fuerteventura is a very wide stretch of coast, with soft white sand and very often sheltered from the wind.

And is almost sheltered from the wind and its waters are quite calm but in this part of the Majorera coast moderate waves predominate.

But as in almost all the island, where the trade winds blow constantly, you can never be too careful, even if there is a lifeguard service on the beach from 10.00 to 18.00.

It is always advisable to choose the right sunscreen and enjoy this suggestive beach in complete relaxation.

Puerto Lajas beach is located  approximately 3 km from Puerto del Rosario, the capital of Fuerteventura.

It is a small shoe-shaped beach, about 700 m long.

The medium-grained, black volcanic sand combines with the breathtaking colors of the ocean.

On this naturalism beach is not practiced and the constant wind offers the perfect conditions for practicing water sports such as:

• surfing
• windsurf
• kitesurf
• SUP

The best bathing area is located in the final section of the beach, because it is the least windy part.

However, in the entire area there are few straw umbrellas to protect oneself from the sun.

Nearby there are dirt parking lots, boat rentals, lifeguard equipment and support for people with reduced mobility.

 

Why choose Puerto del Rosario for your holidays at Fuerteventura?

The reasons to choose Puerto del Rosario for your holidays in Fuerteventura are:

1. Choosing to stay in Puerto del Rosario has the advantage of being in the centre of the island and being able to reach any location in a short time.
2. The reason why so many travellers choose the capital is due to the tranquility in any area of ​​the city centre.
3. Another factor is certainly linked to the price, often much lower, both in the northern and southern areas of the island.
4. The quality of food in general and that offered by restaurants is very high, especially fish and typical Canarian dishes.
5. It is the location that offers the most jobs, not only those directly linked to tourism and catering.
6. The cost of renting apartments is the lowest compared to other locations on the island
7. It is the location with more services than all the others
8. The beaches are frequented by locals
9. Security is very high