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Car hire in Fuerteventura – Discovering the Canary Islands
With year-round sunshine and more than 150 beaches, the island of Fuerteventura has all the right ingredients for a relaxing holiday for families and couples alike. The oldest of all the Canary Islands, its landscape was shaped by a huge volcanic eruption some 20 million years ago and today its location just 62 miles off the African coast provides it with a pleasantly exotic atmosphere.
Classified as a UNESCO biosphere reserve in 2009, Fuerteventura is one of the least developed and most sparsely populated of all the islands in the Atlantic, with much of its hinterland comprised of hills and lava fields. Along its pristine coastline you'll find a small scattering of modern tourist resorts as well as many deserted beaches, making it a dream destination for lovers of all manner of water sports, most notably windsurfing and kitesurfing.
The island's capital, Puerto del Rosario, has a well-preserved historic quarter with many narrow, cobbled streets lined with old houses built in the traditional Canarian style. With a car hire in Fuerteventura you'll be able to explore the entire island and admire its amazing scenery of sweeping sand dunes, peaceful lagoons, quaint little fishing villages and isolated sandy coves.
Including Fuerteventura, the Canary Islands (which are more commonly known as the Canaries) comprise the eight main islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro and La Graciosa. Each is a major tourist destination in its own right due to an abundance of fine sandy beaches, mild subtropical climate, tasty cuisine and unique natural attractions.
You can rent a car in Fuerteventura in just a few steps through the Auto Europe booking engine. Just select your dates, destination, car category and preferred supplier and we'll find you the best deal on the market in a couple of seconds! Alternatively, please feel free to get in touch with our award-winning rental specialists and they will be more than happy to help you with all your travel plans in Fuerteventura and elsewhere in the Canary Islands. For more information about driving in Fuerteventura and all other parts of Spain, please consult our Spain driving guide for tips on getting around the island safely.
You might also be interested in reading the comments posted by some of Auto Europe's previous customers on the island by visiting our Fuerteventura car hire reviews page for added peace of mind.
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Where to pick up a car hire in Fuerteventura
By working with all the world's top car hire providers, Auto Europe can offer you a wide choice of locations in and around Fuerteventura, meaning that you can pick up your vehicle in the city centre and be on your way in a few minutes. Besides the many car hire companies operating at Fuerteventura Airport, there are several conveniently-located suppliers' offices in other parts of the city, most of which are in close proximity to Fuerteventura's top tourist attractions, such as Fuerteventura Creek.
To help you make the right choice, our state-of-the-art booking engine allows you to do an extensive search to find the best vehicle and the most suitable pick-up point for your trip. Once you've keyed in your dates, an interactive map will come up with all the available car hire locations in Fuerteventura.
Fuerteventura Airport
Located in El Matorral, just 3 miles south of the island's capital, Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura Airport is one of the busiest airports in the Canary Islands. Most of the airport's flights are from European countries, with Germany and the United Kingdom representing more than half of all its international traffic. Handling around 6 million passengers a year, it currently has flight connections with over 80 destinations worldwide, along with several busy domestic routes to the largest cities on the Spanish mainland, including Madrid, Barcelona and Seville. The airport has one main terminal building consisting of two floors with Arrivals on the ground-floor and Departures on the first-floor. On-site facilities include a large Duty-free shop, several bars, cafés and restaurants, ATMs, bureaux de change, a post office and extensive Wi-fi Internet coverage. You will find a good number of companies offering car rental at Fuerteventura Airport, all of which are easy to find in the Arrivals Hall of the main terminal building. Please make sure you have all your documents with you before arriving to pick up your vehicle, particularly your credit card, driving licence, car hir voucher and coverage details.
Fuerteventura Airport (FUE)
Telephone: +34 91 321 10 00
Address: Ctra. Matorral s/n, 35610 Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain
Website: aena.es
Book with the best car hire suppliers in Fuerteventura
Auto Europe is a leading international car hire company currently offering a vast selection of convenient pick-up and drop-off locations in 190 different destinations around the world, including Fuerteventura. Thanks to our many years of experience dealing with all the global and local car rental companies, we can offer you the best standard of service and cheapest prices on the market.
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Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Fuerteventura
This section features the most frequent questions asked by people booking a car hire in Fuerteventura. Scroll down for important tips relating to a wide range of essential car hire topics, such as credit cards, coverage, tolls, traffic and much more. If you need any more information, please call our reservations team and they will be happy to help you with your reservation and assist you with your travel itinerary.
Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Fuerteventura?
Yes. Credit cards are obligatory for hiring a car in Fuerteventura and all other parts of Spain. Local car hire providers such as Avis, Hertz and Europcar will always require a security bond to cover against any speeding fines, unpaid tolls etc. that you might incur on your travels. If no damage is reported, then the amount is released and the money promptly returned to your account.
Credit cards are also a useful way for car hire companies to check a driver's possible credit risk. Please note that the most widely-accepted credit cards are Visa, Mastercard, Diners and American Express, plus they must always be in the primary driver's name.
At the time of picking up the car, be aware that a specific amount of money is routinely blocked on your card. This is held as a bond in case any damage appears on the vehicle during your rental period. If no damage is reported, then the amount is released and the money promptly returned to your account, which is a standard procedure in the car rental industry. It's also very important to remember that a debit card cannot be used to pick up a rental, except on vary rare occasions.
When hiring a premium or luxury category car, the car hire supplier might request extra security in the form of a second credit card (also in the name of the primary driver) because the extra risk.
You'll find all the information you need regarding which credit cards (and types of card) are accepted on the Auto Europe website. When using the search engine to find the best car hire deals in Fuerteventura, just click on the blue and white info icon (i) to find all the necessary details.
Don't forget to consult our dedicated blog post for more advice on the credit cards and car hire deposits required for picking up your vehicle on arrival at your destination.
What insurance do I need for my car rental in Fuerteventura?
Our standard car hire rate always include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection (TP) and Third Party Liability, but there are several key points to remember about car hire coverage other aspects to consider when renting a car in Fuerteventura with Auto Europe.
Our popular Full Damage & Theft Protection product is always worth considering when hiring a car in Fuerteventura because it means you'll be totally covered in the event of anything happening to your vehicle during the rental period. If something should happen, please note that you must pay the car rental supplier before claiming the amount back from Auto Europe. When making a claim, it's essential that you provide all the required documents in order to receive your refund as quickly as possible.
All relevant information relating to car hire coverage can be found quickly and easily on the Auto Europe website. Just click on the blue and white info icon (i) after making a search to find all the relevant details, which are also accessible in the the Terms and Conditions section.
Please be aware that some car rental companies might try to sell you additional coverage at the time of picking up the vehicle, which is very often surplus to your requirements. For more information about Auto Europe’s coverage policies, please read our useful blog post on the subject which provides a general overview of the types of car hire coverage available. You can save even more money by taking advantage of our special free additional driver offers during your trip.
How is the traffic in Fuerteventura?
The roads in Fuerteventura are generally well laid out, tarmacked and signposted and the traffic in all but the main towns is quiet, so it's a great place to move around on four wheels, even for those who aren't used to driving in Spain. The island is much flatter than some of the others in the archipelago and therefore the roads are not as winding and there are very few hairpin bends. Despite the fact that it is the second-largest of all the Canary Islands, you'll find that it's very easy and stress-free getting around with a car rental in Fuerteventura. The rules are very straightforward with the most important one being to always remember to drive on the right. Fuerteventura's principle roadways are the FV-1 between Puerto del Rosario and Corralejo in the north and the FV-2 that links Puerto del Rosario with the delightful seaside town of Morro Jable in the south.
Where can I park my car hire in Fuerteventura?
There's plenty of on-street parking in towns and villages all over the island. Trying to park your low-cost car rental in Fuerteventura in the peak holiday season can be a little more stressful and time-consuming because of the increase in demand from locals and tourists alike. Many of the top hotels in Puerto del Rosario and many of the most popular beach resorts across the island offer parking facilities to their guests, so look out for that possibility when booking your accommodation. Fuerteventura Airport has some of the best parking facilities on the island. Its main car park is just a short walk away from the main terminal building and there are payment machines in both the Arrivals and Departures halls. There are almost 2,000 spaces available, some of which are allocated to the many car rental companies operating at the airport. When choosing where to pick up your car, please note that there are multiple pick-up points on the island so whether you're arriving by plane or ferry, it's always a quick and easy process picking up a cheap car hire in Fuerteventura. Besides collecting your vehicle at a convenient downtown location, many visitors opt to pick it up at Fuerteventura Airport located a short drive south of the capital, Puerto del Rosario. From here it's possible to reach the island's most popular beach resorts and seaside towns without having to enter the city.
Do I need to pay tolls when driving my car hire in Fuerteventura?
No. There are no toll roads on Fuerteventura so you'll be able to get around the island without having to stop at all, except to admire the amazing sea views!
Can I pick up my car hire in Fuerteventura and travel with it to other islands?
Yes. Although the majority of car hire suppliers operating on Fuerteventura do not permit any travel by ferry or their vehicles to leave the island, there are a few exceptions to this rule. Goldcar and Interrent both allow drivers to visit neighbouring islands for an additional daily fee, while Avis will let you travel between Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. With Keddy you can only travel between Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. In any of these cases, you will need the express permission of both Auto Europe and the local supplier prior to travel, otherwise your insurance will be deemed null and void.
Fuerteventura Travel Guide
Just 62 miles of the African coast, Fuerteventura offers a taste of the Sahara right on the south-western edge of Europe. Declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 2009, the island is the ultimate holiday hideaway with a mild year-round climate and miles and miles of spectacular sandy beaches. It is also one of the least developed and most sparsely populated of all the Canary Islands, so if you're looking to get far away from the madding crowd, then Fuerteventura is definitely the right place!
Best day-trips with my car rental in Fuerteventura
The Canary Islands are dotted with small villages, and none more so than Fuerteventura. When you drive to these places you'll pass centuries-old churches, preserved colonial houses and many original windmills (some still in operation), plus the island features quite a rocky coastline in-between its many long sandy beaches, so lighthouses are also a common sight. Many of the more popular resorts are located on the eastern shoreline, so if you're looking for a good beach near the capital, it's best to stick to this side of the island. You can also pick up your vehicle in one place and drop it off somewhere else with a one-way car hire to enjoy more flexibility and freedom during your trip.
The Northern Route
The drive north from Puerto del Rosario incorporates Corralejo, El Cotillo and La Ovila and all the amazing attractions associated with these three lovely towns. The world-famous Corralejo Dunes are a protected area within the Correlejo Natural Park, a region of outstanding natural beauty. On this road-trip you'll find some of the most spectacular beaches on the island and have the chance to see the best sunset in the whole of Fuerteventura.
Betancuria Natural Park
The sheer beauty of Fuerteventura's interior is best experienced with a day-trip to Betancuria Natural Park, one of the most scenic landscapes in the Canary Islands. The journey offers many stunning vistas, particularly from the Mirador Las Penitas on the road between Bentancuria and Vega de Rio Palmas. Don't miss the chance to visit the famous caves at Ajuy before stopping to admire the sunset on the way back to your hotel.
The Southern Route
No visit to Fuerteventura could ever be complete without a spectacular drive south to visit the amazing Jandia Peninsula. This part of the island is home to many of the best beaches in the Canary Islands, including Playa Esquinzo, Playa Matorral, Playa Mal Nombre, Playa Barca and Playa Risco de Paso. The delightful little town of Morro Jable (the most southerly in Fuerteventura) is the natural turning back point for your road-trip and the perfect place to relax over a hearty meal of freshly-caught fish and seafood.
What to do in Fuerteventura
With a maximum elevation of 2,648 feet (807 metres), Fuerteventura is one of the world's lowest-lying volcanic islands, which means that it's easy to get around by car due to its mostly long flat roads with very few hills and hairpin bends to negotiate. The island is one of the best places in Europe for people looking for guaranteed sunshine, glorious beaches and comfortable resort-style accommodation.
- Puerto del Rosario: Notable for its large naturally sheltered harbour, Puerto del Rosario (the island's capital) is a very pleasant place to spend a day or two exploring its old cobbled streets and historic buildings. Constructed in 1824, the large church in the town centre is dedicated to the Virgin del Rosario who is celebrated every year in October during the Nuestra Señora del Rosario festivities. Also of interest is the Casa Mueso Unamuno, a fascinating house-museum where the Basque writer and philosopher Miguel de Unamuno stayed when exiled on the island.
- Betancuria: For a glimpse into Fuerteventura’s past, visit the old colonial town of Betancuria in the centre of the island. Once the capital of both the island and the whole of the Canary Islands, it was founded by the Norman conqueror, Jean de Bethencourt, in the early 15th century and it susbsequently flourished as thriving agricultural centre. Its Old Town (Villa Historica) has many important monuments from that period, incuding the church of Santa María de Betancuria and the roofless San Buenaventura monastery built in 1496.
- Oasis Park: Arguably the best zoo in the Canary Islands, Oasis Park is a multi-faceted tourist attraction with enough things to amuse the kids for several hours. Here you can ride a camel, feed the giraffes, help the zookeepers brush the sealions and marvel at the lemurs. Another major hightlight of Oasis Park is its fantastic botanical garden where more than 750 species of plant flourish, including many that do not exist anywhere else in the world.
- Salinas del Carmen: The Del Carmen Saltworks is the only place of its kind in Fuerteventura still in operation. Located on the Antigua Coast, visitors can be a salt-worker for a few hours if they wish and learn how the saltworks continue to produce salt of the highest quality. The site also features an excellent museum portraying the history of the Salinas del Carmen since the late 1700s.
- Corralejo: Confined within the Parque Natural de Corralejo, Corralejo is a pretty seaside town located at the northern tip of Fuerteventura, facing the equally picturesque islet of Lobos. Surrounded to the north and east by the Atlantic Ocean, with dunes to the south and desert to the west, it was once a small fishing village that has since grown in popularity on account of its 7-mile stretch of fine sandy beaches.
- La Oliva: La Oliva (whose name derives from the olive trees that have existed in the area for centuries) is a traditional Canarian town with several historical attractions, including the Casa de los Coroneles (the former home of the military governor) and the delightful church of Nuestra Señora de Candelaria, which was built shortly after the founding of the local parish in 1708.
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