Beach
Maspalomas Dunes
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
A sweeping field of golden sand dunes beside the sea in the south of Gran Canaria.
Beach · Spain · Canary Islands
Playa de Las Canteras
A three-kilometre urban beach, protected by a natural reef, with a lively promenade.
Free to enter about 3 h
For storytellers
Why Playa de Las Canteras matters
Las Canteras is one of the best city beaches in Europe. A natural reef offshore turns the water into a calm lagoon at low tide, and a long promenade is lined with cafes and bars. Locals walk, swim and surf here all year round. Winter sun is almost guaranteed.
Talking points
- A natural reef protects the beach.
- The promenade is lined with cafes.
- The climate is mild in winter.
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