Due to its clean, crystalline waters with little current, the sea that surrounds Lanzarote will win everyone’s heart, whether professional or amateur swimmer, as well as sportsmen and women who are new to year-round open water swimming.
The location in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean leads to perfectly transparent water, and the volcanic origin of the island gives rise to dream locations. It is common to see a large number of fish and marine fauna that make your swim even more attractive.
In addition to this, the water temperatures are unbeatable. Throughout the year, temperatures range between 18° and 25°C. On the south side of the island, the calmness of the sea in an invitation to take long swimming sessions and the ocean is transformed into an infinity pool! In addition to the aquatic activity in the sea, there is also the possibility of swimming in Olympic-size swimming pools, perfect to complement the training of those world-class swimmers who, together with their coaches, choose Lanzarote season after season.
For all these reasons, Lanzarote offers ideal conditions for the sport of swimming, attracting numerous events of international renown year after year. The island’s sporting calendar includes competitions attended by the best swimmers on the national and international scene, including events such as La Bocaina and the Sailfish Lanzarote Open Water, among others.
As is also to be expected from a sports destination of this quality, Lanzarote also offers the best accommodation with adapted facilities designed specifically to meet the needs of every sportsman or woman.
Take a look at the Lanzarote European Sports Destination calendar and choose which event you want to participate in!
