Gran Canaria island

Gran Canaria is an island in Spain in the Canary Islands. It is famous for its sand dunes near the ocean in a place called Maspalomas. Shore and seabed: sand, stones. [edit]

Coordinates: 27.951952, -15.591767

See also: Best beaches in Gran Canaria island

Hotels [edit]

There are many hotels on Gran Canaria and in general they are inexpensive. So it makes sense to settle close to the good beach. Also you may rent apartments with a kitchen and cook for yourself.

How to get there [edit]

Fly to Gran Canaria Airport (Las Palmas) (LPA). Hire a taxi. Or you may rent a car at the airport.

When to go [edit]

Any time of year. Keep in mind that the sea water is always cold here, and only in August and September warms up to relatively comfortable temperature.

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