Fuerteventura, the mystical island of wind and sand

Fuerteventura, the second largest of the Canary Islands, is much more than just your average beach holiday destination. This island exudes a special energy, created by the combination of volcanic landscapes, desert-like dunes and the stunning beauty of the Atlantic Ocean. The landscape is untouched, the colors are contrasting, and the view is so unique that you stop for a moment and realize that there is no need for lush vegetation here - the stark yet harmonious, lunar landscape is breathtaking without it.
The name Fuerteventura is of Spanish origin and means "strong wind" or "strong luck". According to contemporary descriptions, the strong trade winds and strong waves in this part of the Atlantic Ocean often posed serious challenges for sailors trying to land on Fuerteventura's coast.
One of these special places that you definitely have to see is Cofete Beach. This beach is considered by not only visitors but also locals to be a magical place, with stories and legends that attract many who seek mysticism and the untouched beauty of nature.


Cofete Beach is far from the touristy areas. It is not an easy road to get here; only a narrow, gravelly and sometimes steep road takes you to this coastal area, which is a serious challenge even for experienced drivers. But for those who undertake this adventure, it is worth the effort. The panorama that greets you here is both wild and calming – as if you are at the end of the world, where only the merciless raw power of nature exists. The coast is surrounded by high cliffs, the sand is fine and golden, and the deep blue waters of the ocean unstoppably roll huge waves onto the shore. It is impossible to bathe or swim here.
However, the 14 km long Cofete Beach attracts people not only with its natural beauty; the place also hides secrets and mystical legends. One of the most famous stories of all is related to an abandoned house called Villa Winter, which was built near the beach by Gustav Winter, a German engineer. According to some, the villa may have been a center for secret Nazi activities during World War II, including hidden tunnels and submarine ports. Although these stories have never been officially confirmed, many believe that the villa hides a dark past that can still be felt when you walk near the beach today. Furthermore, the beach is home to the loneliest cemetery in the Canary Islands, where simple wooden crosses and wind-blown graves silently guard the secrets of the past. The cemetery of Cofete Beach was mainly used to bury local fishermen and isolated locals for whom this lonely place was the only burial place.



Some locals and visitors feel that there is a special aura surrounding Cofete Beach. Maybe it's because of its remote location, maybe it's because of the legends, but the fact is that those who once get here always have a yearning to return.
Fuerteventura is unique in that it is where the ocean and the desert meet. The Corralejo dunes in the north of the island look like a real desert from afar, but when you get closer, you can see the ocean waves crashing at the ends of the dunes. The Corralejo Dunes National Park covers an area of ​​2,600 hectares and is a mesmerizing sight with its endless rows of wind-shaped sand dunes. Walking here feels like you are on another planet – the sand is soft and the view fills your entire field of vision.

The beaches on the edge of the dunes have crystal clear waters and the island has warm weather all year round, so you can even swim in the waves in January. It is not uncommon for surfers to practice here, as the ocean waves are perfect for the sport. The coast of Fuerteventura is particularly attractive to water sports enthusiasts, as the combination of waves and winds offers opportunities that are difficult to find elsewhere.



Although the island's landscape is completely different from what we are used to in green places, it still exudes a fascinating harmony. The gold and beige colors, the volcanic rocks, and the endless ocean create a unique cavalcade of colors. Perhaps that is why Fuerteventura's simplicity is so attractive - everything here is clean and natural.

You don't need vast forests or colorful flowers to capture this place in your heart. The island's minimalism allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and focus on what's important: the power of nature, the sound of the ocean, and the magic of the landscape. In Fuerteventura, you can experience a return to nature, in a place where silence and tranquility reign supreme, instead of the hustle and bustle of the modern world.