For sailors, the Canary Islands are above all an obligatory point of passage on the Trade Winds route. Any transatlantic race from Europe passes through the Canary Islands. The Canary archipelago is also a superb destination for a cruise. The Atlantic Ocean bathing the Canary Islands offers ideal conditions for sailing.
The best climate in the world, all year round
Above all, it is the best climate in the world that welcomes you. In the Canary Islands, temperatures are mild at any time of the year. In fact, the average temperature is around 23°C in summer and 19°C in winter. This low amplitude is due to the geographical situation of the islands. In winter, the Azores anticyclone ensures the heating and in summer, the constant winds of the trade winds cool the atmosphere. The Gulf Stream current moderates the whole.
A steady wind in all seasons
Sailing enthusiasts know this. The sun is not enough, the wind is essential for sailing. Ideally placed on the trade winds route, the Canaries benefit from a constant wind regime, neither too weak nor too strong.
Splendid and varied landscapes
The volcanic lands of the Canary Islands offer breathtaking landscapes. It is possible to sail in the archipelago, at the foot of the highest peak in Spain, the Tiede, culminating at 3,715 m, as well as along the lunar landscape of Fuerteventura. This volcanic environment, sometimes deserted, sometimes green, deploys a diversity of landscapes from one island to another.
An optimal quality infrastructure
The Canary Archipelago has 7 islands and no less than 36 marinas as well as a wide range of boat rentals. Thus, the Canaries provide boaters with the appropriate infrastructure and perfect organization. These marinas are evenly distributed along the coasts of the islands of the archipelago.
To each the tourist activity which corresponds to him
On land, there is no lack of activities. First of all, walking or hiking since the Canaries have 4 national parks and 6 nature reserves. 40% of the surface of the islands are protected. Here, it is nature that dominates. The diversity of the beaches is also a pleasure for the eyes, offering the choice between the practice of water sports and sunbathing alone among virgin expanses.
The Canaries at our doorstep
With no less than 1,500 flights per week, the Canary Islands are located at only
4 hours flight from France. Each island has its own airport and also favors connections with the other islands of the archipelago.
Let yourself be tempted!
