North & Corralejo Tour
Explore the wild north coast of Fuerteventura - from imposing dunes and cooled volcanic craters to fishing villages and shopping in Corralejo.
- North-west coast - 4 km south of El Cotillo
- Secluded beach surrounded by volcanic rocks
- No sanitary facilities
- Wind-protected areas
- Surf and current moderate to strong
- no lifeguards
- Approach via gravel road
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The perfect place for surfers and nature lovers
Playa de Esquinzo is a remote and wild stretch of beach on the north-west coast of Fuerteventura, known for its unspoilt nature. Surrounded by impressive cliffs and black volcanic rock, this beach offers a spectacular landscape experience far away from the typical tourist spots.
The fine, golden sand and the rough Atlantic Ocean make Playa de Esquinzo particularly attractive for nature lovers and experienced surfers who want to experience the powerful waves up close.
The beach is located at the end of the impressive Barranco de Esquinzo, a ravine that runs through the landscape and ends near the beach. Due to its isolated location, the beach remains quiet and uncrowded all year round.
Playa de Esquinzo is the perfect place for adventurers, nature lovers and surfers who want to experience the unspoilt and wild side of Fuerteventura.
To reach the beach, a rocky descent is necessary, which makes access a little more adventurous.
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Wind protection & sunsets
- Playa de Esquinzo is usually also suitable on windy days, as the high cliffs offer natural wind protection.
- The beach is also an ideal place to experience the unique sunsets on the west coast.
- Notice
Descent & surf
- The path to the beach runs along a natural, rocky descent - with short climbing passages that require a little caution and surefootedness.
- Strong surf and strong currents can occur at Playa de Esquinzo, which can make swimming and surfing dangerous. Particular caution is therefore advised.
- Weather
Playa de Esquinzo
01:27,
22/04/2026
18°C
clear sky
- Getting There
By car
- Playa de Esquinzo is located on the north-west coast, around 4 kilometres south of El Cotillo. The approach is via a partly uneven and bumpy gravel road.
- The last section to the beach can be very bumpy and impassable - special care is required here without an off-road vehicle.
- Car parking is available above the beach.
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