Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain

Playa de los Muertos

Playa de los Muertos is a unique beach located on an island. The beach is characterized by its black sand, which sets it apart from many other beaches. The beach is not easily accessible as it requires some walking and climbing skills to reach it. It is recommended to visit the beach when the tide is low.

The beach is not directly in the town of Ajuy, but is the third beach south of the town. It is often confused with other beaches in the area due to mislabeling on some maps. Despite its challenging access, many visitors find the beach to be a lovely place worth visiting. However, potential visitors should be aware that the currents at this beach can be very strong.

What to do at Playa de los Muertos?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de los Muertos include Restaurante Cuevas De Ajuy, Café Del Mar Ajuy, Tipico Canario, Restaurante La Maresia and La Jaula De Oro.

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Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the unique beauty of the beach, with its distinctive black sand and the adventurous journey required to reach it, which includes a bit of walking and climbing. The surrounding village also receives positive comments for its charm. However, some visitors complain about the difficult access to the beach and strong currents, with a few even suggesting it's not worth the effort.

Where is Playa de los Muertos?

Latitude: 28.3967428 / Longitude: -14.1552744

Playa de los Muertos is located in Fuerteventura. The following map of Playa de los Muertos shows the exact location.

Where to Stay near Playa de los Muertos?

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