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Órzola
Main street of Órzola
Main street of Órzola
Órzola is located in Lanzarote
Órzola
Órzola
Location in Lanzarote
Country  Spain
Autonomous Community  Canary Islands
Province Las Palmas
Island Lanzarote
Municipality Haría
Population
 (2021)
 • Total 352
Time zone UTC±00:00 (WET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+01:00 (WEST)
Postcode
35541

Órzola is a small and charming village located at the very northern tip of Lanzarote. Lanzarote is one of the beautiful Canary Islands in Spain. Órzola is part of the Haría area. In 2021, about 352 people called Órzola home.

Órzola's Important Port

Orzola
Port of Órzola

Órzola is well-known for its busy port. This port is super important because it's the main place where ferries leave for the nearby island of La Graciosa. La Graciosa is a smaller, quieter island that's great for exploring.

Gateway to La Graciosa

Many visitors come to Órzola just to catch a ferry to La Graciosa. The journey is short and offers amazing views of the ocean and the islands. It's like a gateway to another adventure!

What to Do in Órzola

Even though Órzola is a small village, there are a few things to enjoy. You can find lovely seafood restaurants right by the harbor. They serve fresh fish caught that day.

Exploring the Coast

The area around Órzola has some beautiful natural pools. These are calm, clear spots perfect for swimming. The coastline is rugged and offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. It's a great place for a walk.

Location and Geography

Órzola is the northernmost village on Lanzarote. This means it's at the very top of the island. The village is surrounded by volcanic landscapes, which are typical of Lanzarote.

Part of the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands are a group of Spanish islands off the coast of Africa. They are famous for their warm weather and unique volcanic scenery. Órzola, like the rest of Lanzarote, is a part of this special group of islands.

See also

In Spanish: Órzola para niños

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