Palms & Sahara sand
Playa de Las Teresitas
The island’s postcard beach, golden, palm-lined, calm.
Near San Andrés, just beyond Santa Cruz, lies the beach you know from the postcards: the Playa de Las Teresitas. Its golden sand was once brought over by ship from the Sahara, and an offshore breakwater keeps the water as calm as a lagoon.
Swimming as in a lagoon
Thanks to the breakwater the turquoise water stays almost always shallow and calm, perfect for families. Palms give shade, and behind lies the tranquil fishing village of San Andrés with good fish restaurants. Unlike many tourist beaches, Las Teresitas is popular above all with locals, especially at the weekend.
On the way to Anaga
The beach lies at the gateway to the Anaga mountains, a swim stop combines well with a drive to the viewpoints or a day in Santa Cruz. From the mirador above you get the classic view over the golden crescent.
Frequently asked questions
Is the water at Las Teresitas really that calm?
Yes, an offshore breakwater shelters the bay so the water is usually shallow and calm, one of the safest bathing beaches on the island.
Is the long drive from the south worth it?
As a pure bathing trip the way is far. Lovely is the combination: first the beach, then San Andrés for lunch and afterwards up into Anaga.
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