The charm of the cave of Jurado

The cave of Jurado, located in the municipality of Betancuria, near the beach of Ajuy is a must for lovers of unique rock formations.

This beach is famous for the Arco del Jurado also called Peña Horadada , which is a true and pure magic of wild and uncontaminated nature.

It is a huge cliff with a large oval opening that looks like a giant arch, from where you can take spectacular photos with impressive light sources.

Withoit a doubt tve cave of Jurado is a quiet stretch of coastline that offers peace and seclusion where you can enjoy a day away from the tourist crowds.

Playa Jurado was once the stretch of beach that separated the two conquering kingdoms of the island: Ayose and Guise.

What to see nearby?

In the vicinity of the cave of Jurado you can see:

Ajuy is a small fishing village and the picturesque area where thebeach is located conquers everyone with its unusual appearance.

The soft black sand and the grey pebbles that strew it, against a backdrop of rocky hills, the oldest of all the Canary Islands.

Betancuria Rural Park, which shows in all its beauty the culture, tradition and centuries-old history of the inhabitants of Fuerteventura.

The park is a landscape of great beauty where traditional uses intertwine perfectly with the natural, uncontaminated and wild values ​​of the island.

Vega de Rio Palmas a small and picturesque village lined with lush palm trees contrasting with the broad horizon of pink peaks, creating a spectacular panorama.

Museo del Queso Majorero , which seduces and enchants in a unique way, with the flavour of the centuries-old tradition of Fuerteventura.

This natural monument represents a strong bond with the island, it must be explored with different eyes.

Aguas Verdes de Betancuria , where the rough sea crashing against the cliff contrasts with the calm, green waters of the pools, creating a spectacle unique in the world.

When to go? 

Exploring the island of Fuerteventura and especially the cave of Jurado you will find yourself in an idyllic natural landscape.

At any time of the year this cave impresses with its rocky backdrop and the rock arch in the shape of a huge gate is the highlight of the beach.

Jurado beach is enough close to the ocean, so it might be difficult to get there during high tide, when the waves hit quite far and hard.

It is possible to be left with nowhere to go between the ocean and the reef and this makes it a very dangerous place.

At low tide, however, it is an enchanting place, where the eyes and soul merge with the wild nature of the ocean and the rocks.

However, the cave is one of the magical places where you can admire the most beautiful sunsets at Fuerteventura.

How to get there?

The cave of Jurado beach, a very fascinating place is located about 1.5 kilometers from the village of Ajuy, at the southern end of the beach.

You can reach the beach via a rough dirt road or you can park in the village of Ajuy and hike along the coast.