Things to Do in Maspalomas, Gran Canaria

Maspalomas Dunes, a 6 km stretch of golden sand dunes, were formed by wind erosion and marine currents, creating a landscape that resembles the Sahara Desert on Spain's coast.

The Maspalomas Lighthouse (Faro de Maspalomas), built in 1889, still stands at the southern tip of Gran Canaria and remains a working navigational aid after over 130 years.

Maspalomas is one of Europe's most visited beach destinations, attracting over 3 million visitors annually to its 10 km of coastline and resort complexes.

The Charca (lagoon) of Maspalomas is a protected natural wetland that hosts migratory birds and creates a unique ecosystem where freshwater meets saltwater and sand dunes.

Maspalomas sits at the southernmost point of Gran Canaria, 60 km south of Las Palmas, making it one of Spain's sunniest destinations with over 300 days of sunshine yearly.

The resort was developed in the 1960s-70s as part of Spain's tourism boom, transforming from a quiet fishing area into the package-holiday capital of the Canary Islands.