Guayedra Beach — Attraction in Agaete

Some reviews mentioned there were 2 beaches, one of them made of sand. Not completely true as even the second beach has a really tiny portion of sand and most of the area is covered in stones.

But the real pain point was the enormous amount of huge lizards. We had to leave early because as soon as we took our food out they started coming towards us. Not the ideal relaxing moments one expects when staying at the beach.

Last but not least: the trail from Agaete is currently closed (except Saturday and Sunday) due to a construction site. We had to drive to Barranco de Guayedra to...

If you're accessing the beach by foot from Puerto de la Nieves or Agate, then the downward footpath off the GC-200 is quite tricky (we were there in early February after a recent rainstorm so the path had been partly washed away). However, there does also (appear) to be road access as well!

It is a glorious quiet beach. If the wind is blowing directly onto the beach then you probably won't be able to swim due to the size of the waves and the current. Still, it's a great spot to get away...

Nudist beach with a handful of locals. It is easy trekking from the road and there is limited parking. Road is slightly scary to drive down and it is easy to miss the turn off. Follow Google maps and if you hit the viewing point head back down the mountain and take the first dirt track in the left. Bring supplies as there is nothing nearby. It is worth a visit and has a...