Playa de las Conchas, White sand beach in Teguise, Spain.
Playa de las Conchas is a 610-meter-long beach on La Graciosa with fine white sand bordered by the reddish slope of Montaña Bermeja. The waters display typical Atlantic characteristics with deep blue tones and active wave conditions.
The beach formed through natural geological processes of the Chinijo Archipelago thousands of years ago. The shoreline has kept its original shape since this remote northern region of the Canaries experienced minimal human intervention.
The beach lies in the Chinijo Archipelago, a protected marine reserve since 1995, and its name comes from the many shells found in the sand. It is reached on foot, by bicycle or by taxi from Caleta del Sebo, 5.2 km away, and bathers share the shore with no lifeguard post.
Strong currents and waves are a constant feature of this coastline, making swimming difficult throughout the year. Visitors should note warning signs and set realistic expectations before entering the water.
The beach lies about 5.2 km from Caleta del Sebo, the island's main settlement, and is reached on foot, by bicycle or by taxi; there is no lifeguard post, so bathers face the open Atlantic swell unaided.
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