Lanzarote News
The latest news and updates from Lanzarote
Four Lanzarote Hotels Turn to Geothermal Technology to Cut Energy Use
Four hotels in Lanzarote are embracing geothermal technology in a move that could significantly reduce energy consumption.
Complaints Raised Over Water Outage at Papagayo Campsite in Lanzarote
Visitors staying at the popular Papagayo Campsite in Yaiza, Lanzarote, have voiced concerns after reporting a prolonged loss of water supply.
Playa Blanca Unveils 65 New Free Parking Spaces as Major Road Improvement Project Progresses
Drivers visiting Playa Blanca now have more free parking available after Yaiza Town Council opened a newly completed section of Avenida Papagayo.
New Traffic Diversions in Arrecife as Stormwater Improvement Works Continue
Drivers travelling through Arrecife are being advised to plan ahead this week after new traffic diversions came into effect.
Irregular Migration to the Canary Islands Falls Sharply as Routes Shift Towards Ceuta and Melilla
The latest figures released by Spain’s Ministry of the Interior show a significant change in migration patterns during 2026.
National Court Upholds Seizure of Vehicles and Boat in Major Lanzarote Cocaine Investigation
The Spanish National Court has ruled that several vehicles and a boat seized will remain under police control.
Motorcyclist Injured After Road Traffic Collision in Arrieta
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital on Monday evening after being involved in a road traffic collision in Arrieta, in the north of Lanzarote.
Tías Opens 2026 Municipal Tax Payment Period – What Property Owners Need to Know
Property owners in Tías, Lanzarote, are being reminded that the 2026 voluntary municipal tax payment period is about to begin.
75 Heat-Related Deaths Recorded in the Canary Islands during August
The Canary Islands have recorded 75 estimated heat-related deaths during the first half of August.
Man Airlifted to Hospital After Serious Beach Incident on La Graciosa
A man was airlifted to Lanzarote after suffering serious injuries following a powerful wave at one of La Graciosa’s most well-known beaches.
Four People Rescued After Becoming Trapped Inside Lanzarote Car Hire Depot
Two women and two children had an unexpected end to their evening after becoming trapped inside a Lanzarote car hire depot.
Car Catches Fire After Collision With Parked Vehicles in Costa Teguise
A serious road traffic accident in Costa Teguise during the early hours of Monday morning left several parked vehicles damaged and one car engulfed in flames.
Health and Safety Complaint Filed Over Working Conditions at Lanzarote Airport Security Controls
A complaint has been lodged with Spain’s Labour Inspectorate over working conditions at Lanzarote Airport.
British Woman Rescued After Seven-Metre Fall in Lanzarote
A British woman has been rescued and taken to hospital after falling around seven metres in Lanzarote.
Large Barrel Jellyfish Washes Up on Famara Beach
A large jellyfish measuring around 50 centimetres across has washed ashore on Famara Beach.
Teenager Hospitalised After Knife Attack in Costa Teguise
A 17-year-old male was taken to hospital during the early hours of Monday after suffering moderate injuries in a knife attack in Costa Teguise.
MSC Virtuosa Brings Thousands of Visitors as Arrecife’s Cruise Season Gets Underway
Arrecife enjoyed a lively weekend as the arrival of the MSC Virtuosa marked the start of the city’s 2026 cruise pre-season.
Spain’s Rental Crisis Deepens: One in Three Tenants Forced to Move as Affordability Pressures Grow
The cost of renting a home in Spain continues to rise, with new research suggesting that many tenants are being forced to move.
Lanzarote Moves Forward with €6.48 Million Desalination Upgrade to Boost Island’s Water Supply
Lanzarote’s Water Consortium has launched a €6.48 million tender to restore part of the Lanzarote III desalination plant.
La Graciosa Power Outage Forces Businesses to Close During Peak Summer Season
Visitors and residents in La Graciosa experienced major disruption on Sunday after a significant power outage left the island without electricity.