Lagunas y Playa de El Cotillo

Welcome to El Cotillo, a place where the raw power of the Atlantic Ocean meets the serene beauty of volcanic lagoons. Located on the northwest coast of Fuerteventura, El Cotillo is a quiet coastal village that has resisted the…

Our journey begins at the 'Muellito,' or the Old Harbor, which remains the historical and social heart of El Cotillo. For centuries before the arrival of tourism, the economy here was entirely dependent on the sea. …

Walking south from the harbor, we encounter the imposing Torre del Toston, also known as the Castillo de Rico Roque. This circular stone tower, built around 1700 on the ruins of an earlier structure, is a critical monument to…

A short distance from the tower, we find one of the most poignant and educational sites in El Cotillo: the Senda de los Cetaceos, or the Whale Trail. Dominating the landscape is the reconstructed skeleton of a Cuvier's Beaked…

Heading north from the village, the coastline transforms into a series of serene, turquoise lagoons. This area, known as 'La Concha' and 'Los Lagos,' is a geological marvel. …

To the south of the Torre del Toston lies the dramatic 'Piedra Playa,' also known as Steps Beach. This is the antithesis of the northern lagoons. …

Our final stop is the Faro del Toston, the iconic lighthouse that stands on the northernmost tip of the coast. Actually composed of three different towers built at different times, the lighthouse is a vital navigational aid for…

As we conclude our exploration of El Cotillo, I hope you carry with you a sense of the profound peace and raw power that defines this unique corner of Fuerteventura. We have walked from the historic heart of the Old Harbor to the…