Gran Canaria Facts & Info
- Population – Approx. 860,000 (2025)
- Capital – Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
- Currency – Euro (€)
- Language – Spanish; English widely spoken in tourist areas
- Plugs – Type C or F, 230V / 50Hz
- Time Zone – Western European Time (WET), UTC +0 (Daylight Saving in summer: UTC +1)
- Driving – Right-hand side; EU driving license valid; International Driving Permit recommended for non-EU citizens
- Airport – Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
- Emergency Number – 112 (for police, fire, and medical emergencies)
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Recommended Places to Stay
- In the north: NH Imperial Playa in Las Palmas
- In the south: HD Mogán Coral Apartments in Puerto de Mogán
- In the island center: Vivienda Vacacional La Portada in Tejeda
Where to stay in Gran Canaria (for first timers)
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Gran Canaria and I
Almost fifteen years ago, I flew to Gran Canaria for the first time with my mother in March, mainly to go hiking. Even though I was completely impressed, it took another ten years before I returned in 2016 with my husband.
It was a very different trip, with many new highlights and a few familiar places. This year, I was finally back again. I had almost forgotten how beautiful and diverse the island is and discovered a lot of new places, especially in the impressive mountain landscapes.
With a flight time of around four hours from Central Europe, Gran Canaria is the perfect place to escape the cold weather while enjoying unique natural scenery that’s hard to find anywhere else in Europe.
