Hike
4.7(1.3K)25 min
Montaña Roja (El Médano)
El Médano, Granadilla de Abona· Free
Beach Adrenaline Must-see Free Kids
El Médano – kitesurfing and windsurfing
5.0· 30 reviews (Google) El Médano (Granadilla de Abona) · South
Photo: Papm1949 · CC BY-SA 4.0
About
The south's longest natural sandy beach (about 750 m), beneath the red volcano of Montaña Roja, and the wind capital of the Canaries. The steady trade winds draw kitesurfers and windsurfers from all over Europe; there's a dedicated kite zone on the beach and schools for beginners. Swimmers should expect wind and moderate waves, but there's a lifeguard, showers and a bohemian little town full of cafés.
Our tip
If you just want a swim, go in the morning before the wind picks up. The El Cabezo spot at the northern end is for experts only (rocks, currents).
At a glance
Sand
zlatý
Sea
stredné
Lifeguard
✓
Blue Flag
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Opening hours
Mon10:00–19:00
Tue10:00–19:00
Wed10:00–19:00
Thu10:00–19:00
Fri10:00–19:00
Sat10:00–19:00
Sun10:00–19:00
On the map
Stay in the heart of it
Stay nearby
Our Ponderosa apartments are 350 m from El Bobo beach, and Sun Rays Bay house is 100 m from Ajabo beach. Book direct — no portal fees.
- Book direct — no Booking/Airbnb fees
- Guest rating 4.7–4.9 ★ on Airbnb
- Pools, free parking and on-site help
- 7-seat car with bike rack for rent
