CITA News — News from the Canary Islands https://cita.news/en/ Current news, investigative reporting, service features and relocation guides from the Canary Islands en-GB © 2026 CITA News info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) info@cita.news Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:46:37 -0000 60 https://cita.news/cita-logo.png CITA News https://cita.news/en/ 144 144 Playa Blanca Lanzarote: beaches, tips and rules https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-playa-blanca-beaches-tips-rules.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-playa-blanca-beaches-tips-rules.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:46:36 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES Playa Blanca on Lanzarote: beaches, Papagayo coves, Marina Rubicón and getting there. With rules for the nature reserve and as of 4 October 2026.
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Playa Blanca Lanzarote: beaches, tips and rules

Playa Blanca in the south of Lanzarote belongs to the municipality of Yaiza and is known for its beaches, the promenade and the Marina Rubicón yacht harbour. The resort lies close to the natural beaches of Papagayo in the Monumento Natural de Los Ajaches. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Fuerteventura Airport: travel, parking, climate 2026 https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-airport-travel-parking-climate-2026.html https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-airport-travel-parking-climate-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:44:28 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) FUERTEVENTURA · SERVICES Fuerteventura Airport (FUE) lies 5 km south of Puerto del Rosario. All you need to know about bus routes, taxis, parking and climate, as of 4 October 2026.
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Fuerteventura Airport: travel, parking, climate 2026

Fuerteventura Airport (IATA code FUE) lies around 5 km south of Puerto del Rosario, near El Matorral. The operator is Aena. This guide explains travel to and from the airport, parking, accessibility and the typical climate at the airport. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> El Hierro: sights and travel tips for 2026 https://cita.news/en/el-hierro-sights-travel-tips-2026.html https://cita.news/en/el-hierro-sights-travel-tips-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:39:38 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) EL HIERRO · SERVICES El Hierro: the main sights, climate data and rules for protected areas. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026. With AEMET climate values.
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El Hierro: sights and travel tips for 2026

El Hierro is the smallest and westernmost of the Canary Islands. This guide lists the main sights, climate data and protected area rules. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Lanzarote Airport: arrivals, departures and key info https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-airport-arrivals-departures-info.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-airport-arrivals-departures-info.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:36:35 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE) is 6 km from Arrecife. All the key information on terminals, travel, climate and rules at a glance.
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Lanzarote Airport: arrivals, departures and key info

César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE) in San Bartolomé is the island's main international gateway. It lies about 6 km from Arrecife, between Arrecife and Puerto del Carmen. Clear rules apply for arrivals, departures and getting there, and this guide explains them all. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Puerto de la Cruz: sights and practical tips https://cita.news/en/puerto-de-la-cruz-sights-tips.html https://cita.news/en/puerto-de-la-cruz-sights-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:35:05 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife: sights, getting there, climate and rules. A practical guide with information as of 4 October 2026.
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Puerto de la Cruz: sights and practical tips

Puerto de la Cruz lies on Tenerife's north coast in the Valle de La Orotava. The town combines historic architecture, black lava beaches, seawater pools and subtropical gardens. This guide explains what visitors and new residents need to know. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Lanzarote: planning a holiday with climate, rules and tips https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-planning-trip-climate-rules-tips.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-planning-trip-climate-rules-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:32:28 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES Planning a holiday in Lanzarote: AEMET climate data, Timanfaya National Park rules, free buses in 2026 and what applies on the island.
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Lanzarote: planning a holiday with climate, rules and tips

Lanzarote combines volcanic landscapes, beaches and sustainable tourism. The AEMET climate normals show an annual mean temperature of 21.1 °C for the Lanzarote/Aeropuerto station. Anyone visiting the island needs to know the strict rules in Timanfaya National Park. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Lanzarote: flights, airport and getting there at a glance https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-flights-airport-getting-there-guide.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-flights-airport-getting-there-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:32:17 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES Flights to Lanzarote: César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE), terminals, bus routes 22, 23, 161 and 162, taxi fares and climate. As of 4 October 2026.
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Lanzarote: flights, airport and getting there at a glance

Flights to Lanzarote land at César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE) near San Bartolomé, around 6 km from Arrecife. The airport has two terminals and is served by airlines including Binter Canarias, Canaryfly, Air Europa, Iberia and easyJet. This guide explains how to get there, buses, taxi fares and the best time to visit. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Gran Canaria holiday planning: the big CITA guide https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-holiday-planning-guide.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-holiday-planning-guide.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:29:12 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) GRAN CANARIA · TOURISM Plan a Gran Canaria holiday with checked facts: 236 km of coastline, beaches, towns, climate, rules and 2026 dates. As of Sunday 4 October 2026.
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Gran Canaria holiday planning: the big CITA guide

According to the official tourism website, Gran Canaria is suitable for holidays all year round. The island combines 236 kilometres of coastline, beaches, mountains and historic towns. This guide explains what travellers need to know when planning a trip. As of Sunday 4 October 2026.

]]> Teide: Visiting the volcano and national park https://cita.news/en/tenerife-teide-national-park-permit-tenerife-on.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-teide-national-park-permit-tenerife-on.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:26:43 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Teide National Park on Tenerife: which trails require a permit and how booking through Tenerife ON works in practice.
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Teide: Visiting the volcano and national park

The Parque Nacional del Teide on Tenerife is Spain's highest mountain and a strictly protected national park. For the summit trail PNT 10 Telesforo Bravo and four further routes, a prior permit through the Tenerife ON platform is mandatory. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife South Airport: arrivals, departures and info https://cita.news/en/tenerife-south-airport-arrivals-departures-info.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-south-airport-arrivals-departures-info.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:26:32 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Tenerife South Airport (TFS) near Granadilla de Abona operates around the clock. All you need to know about arrivals, departures, buses, taxis and rules.
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Tenerife South Airport: arrivals, departures and info

Tenerife South–Reina Sofía Airport (TFS) is located near Granadilla de Abona in the south of Tenerife. It is the island's main international airport and operates around the clock. This guide explains arrivals, departures, getting there by bus and taxi, and the rules on site. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> La Graciosa: sights and travel tips https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-sights-travel-tips.html https://cita.news/en/la-graciosa-sights-travel-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:23:17 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) CANARY ISLANDS · SERVICES La Graciosa is reached by ferry from Órzola to Caleta de Sebo. All the rules on camping, diving and the marine reserve at a glance.
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La Graciosa: sights and travel tips

La Graciosa is the only permanently inhabited island in the Chinijo Archipelago north of Lanzarote. Access is by ferry between Órzola and Caleta de Sebo. Anyone visiting the island is moving within the Parque Natural del Archipiélago Chinijo and must know its rules. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> La Gomera: sights and travel tips for 2026 https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-sights-travel-tips-2026.html https://cita.news/en/la-gomera-sights-travel-tips-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:21:18 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LA GOMERA · SERVICES La Gomera: Garajonay National Park, Silbo Gomero, getting there, hiking, climate and rules. The big CITA guide, updated 4 October 2026.
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La Gomera: sights and travel tips for 2026

La Gomera is the Canary Islands' quiet walking and nature island. The Garajonay National Park protects the largest continuous laurel forest in the Canaries. This guide brings together sights, getting there, climate and protection rules. Updated: Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Santa Cruz de Tenerife: sights and practical tips https://cita.news/en/santa-cruz-de-tenerife-sights-tips.html https://cita.news/en/santa-cruz-de-tenerife-sights-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:19:30 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Santa Cruz de Tenerife: climate, travel, bus fares and parking at a glance. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026. All facts with sources.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife: sights and practical tips

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of Tenerife and lies on the island's north-east coast. This guide brings together climate data, travel, bus fares and parking. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife holidays: planning, sights and rules for 2026 https://cita.news/en/tenerife-holiday-planning-rules-2026.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-holiday-planning-rules-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:17:28 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Plan a Tenerife holiday: airports, buses, Teide permits, AEMET climate data and the main sights. Updated 4 October 2026.
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Tenerife holidays: planning, sights and rules for 2026

Tenerife combines beaches, historic towns, volcanic landscapes and walking routes. For trip planning, the key factors are the island's two airports, the altitude differences between the coast and Mount Teide, and changing access rules in natural areas. Updated Sunday 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife: flights, airports and booking at a glance https://cita.news/en/tenerife-flights-airports-booking-tips.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-flights-airports-booking-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:15:31 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Flights to Tenerife: TFS or TFN, direct connections, climate and booking tips. All the facts on airports, prices and travel times at a glance.
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Tenerife: flights, airports and booking at a glance

Tenerife has two commercial airports: Tenerife Sur (TFS) in the south and Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna (TFN) in the north. Which airport is cheaper depends above all on your destination on the island and the available flight schedule. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Lanzarote: sights and travel tips for 2026 https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-sights-travel-tips-2026.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-sights-travel-tips-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:13:18 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · TOURISM Lanzarote sights 2026: Timanfaya, Jameos del Agua, Cueva de los Verdes and Mirador del Río with opening times and rules.
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Lanzarote: sights and travel tips for 2026

Lanzarote combines volcanic landscapes, Atlantic beaches and the architecture of César Manrique. The main official visitor attractions are run by the Cabildo de Lanzarote through the Centros de Arte, Cultura y Turismo (CACT). This guide sets out opening times, rules and alternatives. Information correct as of Sunday 4 October 2026.

]]> Tenerife: sights and travel tips for 2026 https://cita.news/en/tenerife-sights-travel-tips-2026.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-sights-travel-tips-2026.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:10:49 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Tenerife guide 2026: Teide reservations, AEMET climate data, getting there, safety and alternatives. All facts with sources, as of 4 October 2026.
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Tenerife: sights and travel tips for 2026

Tenerife combines beaches, historic towns and Teide National Park. Mandatory reservation and equipment rules apply to certain paths in the national park. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Fuerteventura: climate, protected areas and travel tips https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-climate-protected-areas-travel-tips.html https://cita.news/en/fuerteventura-climate-protected-areas-travel-tips.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:08:31 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) FUERTEVENTURA · SERVICES Fuerteventura at a glance: AEMET climate data for every month, rules for Corralejo, Lobos and Tindaya, plus practical alternatives.
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Fuerteventura: climate, protected areas and travel tips

Fuerteventura offers long sandy beaches, dunes and wind for surfers. The AEMET climate normals for 1981–2010 show a dry steppe and desert climate. Special protection rules apply to Corralejo, Lobos and Tindaya. As of Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Gran Canaria weather: current forecast and climate https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-weather-current-forecast-climate.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-weather-current-forecast-climate.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:51:58 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) GRAN CANARIA · SERVICES Weather in Gran Canaria: current AEMET forecast for Las Palmas, Maspalomas, Mogán and more. Climate, seasons and warnings at a glance.
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Gran Canaria weather: current forecast and climate

According to official tourism information, Gran Canaria has an average annual temperature of around 24 °C and more than 2,700 hours of sunshine per year. The current weather forecast is provided by the state meteorological agency AEMET for each municipality individually.

]]> Tenerife: sights and travel tips for 2026 https://cita.news/en/tenerife-sights-travel-tips-teide-reservations.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-sights-travel-tips-teide-reservations.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:51:47 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) TENERIFE · SERVICES Tenerife guide 2026: Teide National Park, mandatory trail reservations, new visitor fees of up to 25 euros and safety rules at a glance.
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Tenerife: sights and travel tips for 2026

Tenerife is the largest Canary Island and offers exceptional landscape diversity with Teide National Park, Anaga and Teno. Several hiking trails require a reservation through Tenerife ON, and the Cabildo has announced the first visitor fee for Teide National Park in 2026. Status: Sunday, 4 October 2026.

]]> Canaries on 4 October: fiestas, concerts and parties https://cita.news/en/canaries-4-october-fiestas-concerts-parties.html https://cita.news/en/canaries-4-october-fiestas-concerts-parties.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:49:46 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) CANARY ISLANDS · EVENTS On Sunday, 4 October 2026, the Canary Islands host fiestas, concerts and parties. An overview of the main events across all seven islands.
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Canaries on 4 October: fiestas, concerts and parties

Sunday, 4 October 2026 is a busy day across the Canary Islands. The programme ranges from traditional romerías and music festivals to international parties. The biggest celebrations are on Gran Canaria, La Gomera and Tenerife.

]]> Tenerife: Free on-demand bus for Anaga from 2027 https://cita.news/en/tenerife-anaga-free-on-demand-bus-2027.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-anaga-free-on-demand-bus-2027.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:39:06 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) TENERIFE · TRANSPORT The Cabildo de Tenerife is introducing a free on-demand transport service for residents of the Parque Rural de Anaga from 2027. Booking by app or phone.
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Tenerife: Free on-demand bus for Anaga from 2027

The Cabildo de Tenerife is planning a free on-demand transport service for residents of the Parque Rural de Anaga from 2027. Eulalia García, island councillor for mobility, announced this on Friday, 2 October 2026, in the plenary session of the Cabildo. The service is intended to make medical appointments and visits to public offices easier and to reduce private car journeys.

]]> Gran Canaria: Patchwork fair in San Mateo until Sunday https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-patchwork-fair-vega-de-san-mateo-until-sunday.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-patchwork-fair-vega-de-san-mateo-until-sunday.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:33:38 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) GRAN CANARIA · EVENTS The 13th Regional Patchwork Fair in Vega de San Mateo runs until Sunday, 4 October 2026. A total of 36 stalls are taking part.
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Gran Canaria: Patchwork fair in San Mateo until Sunday

The 13th Regional Patchwork Fair of Vega de San Mateo on Gran Canaria has been running since Friday, 2 October 2026, and ends on Sunday, 4 October. Visitors will find 36 sales stalls, exhibitions, workshops and competitions in the town centre.

]]> Lanzarote: pre-alert activated after power cut https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-power-cut-plateca-pre-alert-water.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-power-cut-plateca-pre-alert-water.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:46:51 -0000 info@cita.news (Martin Kosinski) LANZAROTE · SERVICES After a power cut on Lanzarote, the Canary Islands government activated the PLATECA pre-alert level on 3 October 2026. What this means for residents.
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Lanzarote: pre-alert activated after power cut

The Canary Islands government activated the PLATECA pre-alert level for Lanzarote on Saturday, 3 October 2026, at 07:15. The reason was a widespread power cut that also temporarily halted drinking water production. For residents and visitors, the pre-alert level mainly means possible water interruptions and drops in pressure.

]]> Tenerife: Calima, heat and possible showers on Sunday https://cita.news/en/tenerife-calima-heat-showers-sunday-aemet.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-calima-heat-showers-sunday-aemet.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:46:41 -0000 info@cita.news (Lucía Medina Reyes) TENERIFE · WEATHER AEMET expects calima in mid-level areas, up to 30 degrees in the south and locally possible showers on Tenerife on Sunday, 4 October 2026.
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Tenerife: Calima, heat and possible showers on Sunday

Spain's weather agency AEMET expects a mix of calima, warmth and locally possible showers on Tenerife on Sunday, 4 October 2026. According to El Día, around 30 degrees may be reached in the south of the island. For residents, expats and visitors, that mainly means dust in the air in mid-level and higher areas as well as changeable conditions in the summit regions.

]]> Canaries: housing costs 91.5% more than in 2015 https://cita.news/en/canaries-housing-costs-91-5-percent-more-than-2015.html https://cita.news/en/canaries-housing-costs-91-5-percent-more-than-2015.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:46:19 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) CANARY ISLANDS · HOUSING The Canary Islands housing index stands at 191.5 points in 2026. Prices have risen 91.5% since 2015, while wages have risen only 26.5%.
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Canaries: housing costs 91.5% more than in 2015

Housing in the Canary Islands has become 91.5% more expensive since 2015, while wages rose by only 26.5% over the same period. That is the finding of an analysis by Canarias Ahora. For young people and middle earners, buying or renting a home is therefore becoming increasingly difficult.

]]> Lanzarote: Clavijo links outage to ageing infrastructure https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-power-cut-clavijo-ageing-grid.html https://cita.news/en/lanzarote-power-cut-clavijo-ageing-grid.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:46:09 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) LANZAROTE · POLITICS The power cut on Lanzarote and La Graciosa on 3 October 2026 affected around 84,000 customers, according to Endesa. Clavijo points to ageing infrastructure.
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Lanzarote: Clavijo links outage to ageing infrastructure

The widespread power cut on Lanzarote and La Graciosa on Saturday, 3 October 2026, affected around 84,000 customers, according to Endesa. Regional president Fernando Clavijo Batlle has linked the incident to the "ageing of the electrical infrastructure". The Canary Islands government has announced an investigation.

]]> Tenerife: Third lane of the TF-5 to be built https://cita.news/en/tenerife-third-lane-tf-5-guamasa-north-airport.html https://cita.news/en/tenerife-third-lane-tf-5-guamasa-north-airport.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:45:58 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) TENERIFE · TRANSPORT The construction contract for the third lane of the TF-5 between Guamasa and Tenerife Norte Airport has been formalised. Contract value: €58.18 million.
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Tenerife: Third lane of the TF-5 to be built

The third lane of the TF-5 between Guamasa and Tenerife Norte Airport is moving into the execution phase. The Dirección General de Infraestructura Viaria of the Gobierno de Canarias, the Canary Islands government's road infrastructure directorate, formalised the construction contract on 2 October 2026. The expansion is intended to provide more capacity for commuters heading towards Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

]]> Gran Canaria: 115 public homes approved https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-115-public-homes-las-palmas-approved.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-115-public-homes-las-palmas-approved.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:45:47 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) GRAN CANARIA · HOUSING Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has approved the construction of 115 subsidised rental homes in Ciudad Alta. The budget is 22.47 million euros.
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Gran Canaria: 115 public homes approved

The Junta de Gobierno of the Ayuntamiento de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria approved the tendering process for 115 publicly subsidised rental homes on 1 October 2026. The homes will be built on plot VP-03 in Pepe Gonçalvez Norte, in the Ciudad Alta district. The project is intended to expand the supply of affordable housing in the capital.

]]> Gran Canaria: livestock fair and stick fighting in Agüimes https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-livestock-fair-stick-fighting-aguimes.html https://cita.news/en/gran-canaria-livestock-fair-stick-fighting-aguimes.html Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:45:36 -0000 info@cita.news (CITA News Redaktion) GRAN CANARIA · EVENTS On Sunday, 4 October 2026, Agüimes hosts the Feria de Ganado livestock fair and the Campeonato de Lucha del Garrote stick fighting competition.
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Gran Canaria: livestock fair and stick fighting in Agüimes

On Sunday, 4 October 2026, Agüimes on Gran Canaria continues its Fiestas del Rosario. The Feria de Ganado (livestock fair) begins at 10:00 on the Paseo de La Viñuela. At the same time, the Campeonato de Lucha del Garrote takes place, a competition in traditional Canarian stick fighting.

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