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Surf Spot Famara, Lanzarote

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#3 of 25 in Beaches in Lanzarote

Walk the white sand shores of Surf Spot Famara, set against a dramatic mountain landscape. The beach stretches almost 5 km (3 mi) in the Chinijo Archipelago natural park. While unsuitable for swimming, its strong currents provide perfect conditions for water sports such as surfing, bodyboarding, and kitesurfing. Ride the waves of this internationally recognized surfing beach, or hang glide over the shores from the high cliffs above. Head to the nearby village center for a variety of restaurants serving fresh, local seafood. Arrange to visit Surf Spot Famara and other attractions in Famara using our Famara trip maker site .

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By Melissa S On March 24, 2018

Bevor wir Orzola entdeckt haben, hat uns dieser Strand am besten gefallen. Famara ist definitiv ein Surferort, und es wird in einigen Bewertungen auch davon abgeraten, mit Kindern hierher zu kommen. A... more »

Before we discovered Orzola, this beach has like us best. Famara is definitely a surfing spot, and it is discouraged in some reviews also to come with children. At the point where we were (slightly southwest of the village), it was great for our daughter. Clearly, no child should bathe unattended, but there are beautiful sandy entrances, wind protection, and enough sand to the digging...

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By claudio g On March 18, 2018

Grande baia sull'Oceano, sulla costa meno turistica dell'isola, frequentata per lo più da surfisti. Ci sono infatti diverse scuole di surf proprio a ridosso della spiaggia, che comunque è molto bella ... more »

Great Ocean Bay on the coast of the island, less frequented mostly by surfers. There are in fact several surf schools just behind the beach, which is very nice even for those who don't make this task, especially for the surrounding landscape. Pretty windy. You can park for free along the beach.

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By Alga D On March 14, 2018

Surferos, aprendices de auríferos, viento, olas y dunas en las que protegerte en un marco incomparable. more »

Surfers, apprentices of auriferous, wind, waves and sand dunes that protect you in an incomparable setting.

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By Ger McCoy On March 18, 2018

Beautiful place to visit... But mind your dog's life if any animals with you .... Must keep them on lead although looks like u can let them run free for fun... Local dogs gather in packs and can attack...🙄😌😐 .. good photo p Opportunity.. 😀

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By antony brown On April 22, 2018

Such a scenic place and great surfing but beware of the rip tide.

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By Valentin Taleb On April 6, 2018

Very good spot for beginners. Waves are not to strong :)

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By P Walker On February 6, 2018

Beautiful beach with stunning mountain backdrop Red flag on beach and sea rough so not the best beach for children but great for surfing.

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By Mike Benson On February 14, 2018

Cycled there today what a great place cafe was very cheap an great service too chatted with a complete stranger over coffee about the are what a friendly place

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