The lighthouse is situated within the Saladar de Jandía, a Site of Scientific Interest protected for its unique halophytic vegetation.
At 59 meters high, it is one of the tallest lighthouses in the Canary Islands.
The structure functions fully automatically and is monitored remotely by maritime authorities.
The base of the lighthouse is surrounded by a protected salt marsh that floods during high spring tides.
The lighthouse is a popular point for observing sea turtles, which are occasionally rehabilitated in the nearby harbor area.
Faro de Morro Jable is a 59-meter-tall active lighthouse located on the Jandía Peninsula in Fuerteventura. It serves as an essential navigational aid for maritime traffic crossing the Canary Islands. The structure is positioned at the edge of the Saladar de Jandía, a protected wetland and salt marsh ecosystem. A wooden boardwalk extends from the lighthouse area, facilitating pedestrian access across the protected dunes to the adjacent Playa del Matorral. The tower features a high-intensity white light that flashes periodically to alert vessels of the coastline. The surrounding area remains a significant site for both tourism and environmental conservation. Visitors can traverse the coastal trails that connect the lighthouse to the town of Morro Jable. The lighthouse stands on a flat, sandy coastal strip flanked by the Atlantic Ocean.
From the wooden boardwalk looking back toward the lighthouse with the sunset in the background.
Bring wind-resistant clothing, as the area experiences constant, strong trade winds.
Stay strictly on the wooden boardwalks to avoid damaging the protected salt marsh ecosystem.
Visit during low tide to walk the full extent of the wide, sandy beach stretching toward the town.
Do not attempt to climb or enter the tower, as it is a restricted navigational facility.
Respect the protected dune and wetland signs by not crossing into restricted zones.
