Lanzarote News
The latest news and updates from Lanzarote
Spain’s Proposed Smoking Ban on Bar Terraces Put on Hold: What It Means for Lanzarote
The proposed smoking ban on bar and restaurant terraces in Spain has been thrown into uncertainty after the announcement of a snap general election.
Cyclist Taken to Hospital After Fall at Charco de San Ginés, Arrecife
A 47-year-old cyclist was taken to Hospital Doctor José Molina Orosa after a fall near Charco de San Ginés in Arrecife.
Arrecife Case Raises Questions About Protecting Vulnerable Older People in Lanzarote
A case under investigation in Arrecife has raised concerns about alleged neglect and restrictions affecting a vulnerable 91-year-old man.
Two Fires Extinguished in Lanzarote as Firefighters Respond in Arrecife and Playa Blanca
Firefighters from Lanzarote’s Security and Emergency Consortium dealt with two separate fires on Sunday evening.
Lanzarote Housing Crisis: Residents Share Experiences of Living in Cars and Garages
A public gathering in Arrecife has highlighted Lanzarote’s housing pressures, with residents sharing experiences of living in vehicles or garages.
CANARY ISLANDS VOLCANIC ERUPTION RISK: WHAT THE NEW 77.69% FIGURE REALLY MEANS
Spain’s new volcanic-risk guidance estimates a 77.69% chance of at least one eruption somewhere in the Canary Islands over 50 years.
Spain’s National Day: What 12 October Means for Lanzarote
Spain’s National Day takes place on 12 October. Find out what the public holiday means for Lanzarote residents and visitors, and what to know when planning your
Man Injured in Quad Bike Accident on Road in La Vegueta, Lanzarote
A 44-year-old man was taken to Doctor José Molina Orosa Hospital after a quad bike incident on the La Vegueta road in Tinajo, Lanzarote, on 11 October 2026.
Playa Blanca Cruise Port Faces Questions Over Border Controls Ahead of November Arrival
Lanzarote’s growing cruise ambitions have taken another turn.
Canary Islands Property Fraud Case
A major property fraud case involving land across Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria has returned to the headlines.
Lanzarote Swimmers Calling for Better Facilities
Lanzarote has long had a surprisingly limited supply of public swimming facilities.
Lanzarote’s El Jable: Why Protecting Its Rare Steppe Birds Matters
The future of the birds that depend on this unusual landscape is once again in the spotlight.
Lanzarote New Tourism Experiences Being Planned for 2026 and Beyond
The way people travel is changing, and the island’s tourism industry is looking at how to offer visitors more personalised experiences.
New €376,000 Playground Planned for El Golfo as Yaiza Awaits Cabildo Approval
Yaiza Town Hall seeking the go-ahead for a major renovation of the village’s existing playground.
Arrecife to Host 10th Walking Against Cancer March on 18 October 2026
Arrecife prepares for the 10th edition of Caminamos con el Cáncer – Walking Against Cancer.
Binter Adds 5,500 Extra Seats for the Canary Islands Bank Holiday Weekend
Binter is putting thousands of extra seats into its inter-island schedule, including additional capacity on routes serving Lanzarote.
Lanzarote Sees Military Helicopter Activity as Super Puma Takes to the Skies
Residents and visitors in Lanzarote may have noticed an unusual sight over the island: a military Super Puma helicopter carrying out flight activity.
Lanzarote Property Prices 2026: Where Home Prices Are Rising Fastest?
What the latest figures mean for residents, second-home buyers and people considering a move to the island
Lanzarote Support for Self-Employed Workers: Free REACTÍVATE Help for Businesses in Difficulty
A new support programme is giving self-employed people in Lanzarote another route forward if their business is struggling financially.
Housing Rights Assembly in Arrecife Highlights Lanzarote’s Housing Pressures
Residents in Arrecife are coming together over rising rents and affordable housing in Lanzarote, with an open community event at José Ramírez Cerdá Park.