{"id":31820,"date":"2024-08-20T07:33:28","date_gmt":"2024-08-20T07:33:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corralejo.info\/glass-beach-spot\/"},"modified":"2024-12-30T12:50:50","modified_gmt":"2024-12-30T12:50:50","slug":"glass-beach-spot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/glass-beach-spot\/","title":{"rendered":"GLASS BEACH Wind, Waves and Tides"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"31820\" class=\"elementor elementor-31820 elementor-186\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b9e5ca e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4b9e5ca\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2555c40 elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"2555c40\" data-element_type=\"widget\" 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https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Glass-Beach.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" title=\"\"><\/noscript>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-632907d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"632907d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Glass Beach: El Burro<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe53591 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fe53591\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>The Playa de Glass Beach, also known as &#8220;El Burro&#8221;,<\/strong> is a renowned surfing spot located on the east coast of Fuerteventura, next to the Dunes of Corralejo, immediately the Grades Playas proceeding from North to South.<br \/>\nIt is not only a picturesque beach that attracts tourists and locals, but El Burro also fascinates <a href=\"https:\/\/corralejo.info\/en\/info_cat\/sports-and-fun\/water-sports\/surf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">surfing<\/a> and windsurfing enthusiasts. <\/p>\n<p>The ideal seasons for surfing here are spring and summer, when the swells arrive from the northeast and the trade winds blow.<br \/>\nThe <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fUE98rYab7FWszv97\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glass Beach<\/a> Spot is a famous reef-break that produces waves both left and right.<br \/>\nWhen there is no wind, these waves have a glass-smooth surface, making surfing a real pleasure.  <\/p>\n<p>Usually, the wind picks up in the afternoon and calms down at sunset, so mornings and evenings are the best times to surf, while afternoons are ideal for windsurfing.<\/p>\n<p>Located not far from Corralejo, it is a less crowded place than other beaches on the island, offering ample space to explore the surrounding nature and enjoy the sea in peace.<br \/>\nThe name &#8220;Glass Beach&#8221; comes from its distinctive, clear, well-formed waves that resemble moving glass. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-656e2ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"656e2ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Get There<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de80f58 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"de80f58\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>To get to Glass Beach, you need a vehicle, preferably a car.<br \/>\nUnless you want to take the bus from Corralejo to reach Grandes Playas.<br \/>\nThen proceed south of the two Hotel Riu.<br \/>\nFrom Corralejo, the coastal road offers spectacular views, and once you arrive, you can park quite close to the beach and access the sand directly.<br \/>\nThere aren&#8217;t many amenities nearby, so it&#8217;s advisable to bring everything you need for the day.<br \/>\nAlthough south of the second Riu they have currently opened a Ciringuito on the beach and you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas.     <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-145ae1d elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"145ae1d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Wind, wave, and tide conditions at Glass Beach vary with different seasons, affecting the surfing experience and beach activities.<\/p>\n<h4>Spring (March &#8211; May)<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Wind:<\/strong> Spring winds at Glass Beach are generally moderate, with speeds ranging between 10 and 20 knots.<br \/>\nThis period is ideal for intermediate surfers who are looking for well-formed but not overly challenging waves. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Waves:<\/strong> The waves in spring are medium in size, ideal for regular surf sessions.<br \/>\nThe conditions are optimal for those who want to perfect their skills without facing too powerful waves. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Tides:<\/strong> Tides in spring are regular, with modest variations between high and low tide, allowing for surf sessions at different times of the day.<\/p>\n<h4>Summer (June &#8211; August)<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Wind:<\/strong> Summer is the ideal season for surfing at Glass Beach.<br \/>\nNortheasterly winds blow constantly, often exceeding 20 knots, creating perfect waves for experienced and intermediate surfers. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Waves:<\/strong> During the summer, the waves reach heights of 1-1.5 meters, with ideal conditions for aerial maneuvers and technical surfing.<br \/>\nIt is the best time to enjoy long and well-defined waves. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Tides:<\/strong> Summer tides can vary significantly, with more marked differences between high and low tides, affecting the strength and size of the waves.<\/p>\n<h4>Autumn (September &#8211; November)<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Wind:<\/strong> In autumn, the winds begin to decrease, making the conditions less demanding but still ideal for surfing.<br \/>\nThe days of constant wind provide excellent opportunities for long surf sessions. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Waves:<\/strong> Autumn waves tend to grow in size, reaching 2 meters and above, creating exciting challenges for more experienced 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