Lobos Island, Volcanic island in La Oliva, Spain.
The island spans 4.68 square kilometers north of Fuerteventura, featuring volcanic landscapes, white sand beaches, and crystalline Atlantic waters.
Archaeological investigations revealed a Roman settlement on the island dedicated to extracting purple dye from local marine species.
The Punta Martiño Lighthouse stands at the northeastern tip, where the keeper and family remained the last permanent residents until automation in 1968.
Regular ferry services operate from Corralejo harbor, with visitors requiring advance permits to access the natural park's designated walking trails.
The island houses 130 plant species, including the endemic Limonium ovalifolium and hosts numerous seabirds like Cory's shearwater and storm petrels.
Location: La Oliva
Part of: Canary Islands
Address: Lobos Island, 35660, Spain 35660
GPS coordinates: 28.75018,-13.82170
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:52
Fuerteventura, the second largest island in the Canary Islands, is characterized by its diverse landscapes and notable geological features. The island houses spectacular formations such as the white dunes of Corralejo Natural Park, extending over more than 10 kilometers, the 70-million-year-old Ajuy caves, and accessible volcanoes like Calderon Hondo with its 70-meter-deep crater. The coastline offers expansive beaches like the one in Cofete, 12 kilometers long and backed by the Jandía mountains, as well as Lobos Island, a volcanic nature reserve with black sand beaches. Beyond its natural assets, Fuerteventura offers cultural experiences such as the Grain Museum, which traces the island's agricultural history, and activities suitable for all ages with Oasis Park with 3,000 animals or Aqua Water Park in Corralejo. The island's climate allows visits year-round, with mild temperatures and ample sunshine promoting exploration of its natural parks, historical sites, and preserved coastline.
Playa Blanca
12.7 km
Papagayo Beach
11.3 km
Corralejo Natural Park
7 km
Aquafun Star Camp
11.9 km
Calderón Hondo
11.3 km
Hacha Grande
15.7 km
Acua Water Park
5.4 km
Monte Roja
13.6 km
Pechiguera Lighthouse
12.7 km
Museo Atlántico de Lanzarote
12.7 km
Castillo de las Coloradas
11.8 km
Punta Martiño Lighthouse
1.8 km
Playa del Bajo de la Burra
7.7 km
Playa del Majanicho
11.4 km
Malpaís de la Arena
16.2 km
Playa de la Goleta
4.8 km
Parque acuático Dino Aquapark
13.3 km
Montaña Roja 2018
13.6 km
Southeastern windmill on La Montañeta
16.8 km
Corralejo Port
4.2 km
Windmill of Lajares
14.5 km
Barranco del Cavadero
16.6 km
Playa de la Concha
1.1 km
Ermita de San Antonio de Padua
14.6 km
Punta Blanca
14.6 km
Church of Our Lady of Carmen
12.6 km
Playa Blanca Port
12.2 km
Playa del Papagayo
10.8 kmReviews
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