Sotavento, Shingle and nude beach in Fuerteventura, Spain
The Sotavento Beach stretches along 200 meters of coastline, featuring a combination of olive sand and natural shingle formations at 34 meters wide.
The beach has established itself as a significant water sports destination since the 1980s, hosting multiple international windsurfing and kitesurfing competitions throughout the years.
The beach represents the local approach to natural spaces, where naturist and non-naturist visitors share the shore in accordance with Spanish coastal traditions.
Visitors can access dedicated parking areas near the beach entrances, with water sports equipment rentals and instruction services available throughout the season.
During low tide, the beach transforms to reveal extensive sandbanks that form a three-kilometer lagoon with shallow waters suitable for various activities.
Length: 200 m
Width: 34 m
GPS coordinates: 28.07800,-15.71460
Latest update: March 27, 2025 09:16
Spain's coastlines present a wide variety of beaches, from the white sand shores of the Balearic Islands to the rocky coves of Cantabria along the Atlantic. This collection includes beaches such as Playa de Rodas in the Cíes Islands, the urban beach of La Concha in San Sebastián, and the secluded coves of Formentera including Ses Illetes and Cala Saona. In Andalusia, beaches like Playa de Bolonia near Tarifa feature Roman ruins nearby, while the volcanic landscapes of Cabo de Gata showcase Los Genoveses and Playa de Monsul. The Asturian coast displays natural formations such as Gulpiyuri, a beach enclosed within cliffs, and Playa del Silencio. The Canary Islands offer diverse beach types, from the golden sands of Las Teresitas in Tenerife to the expansive shores of Sotavento in Fuerteventura. This selection documents the geographic and geological range of Spanish beaches and provides practical information about location, access, and local features of each site.
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