Tenerife – Las Teresitas

Las Teresitas launches from just 85 m near a set of antennas on Tenerife's northeast coast, above the island's famous golden-sand beach near Santa Cruz. The takeoff itself is small, so it pays to be genuinely certain everything is set before committing to launch — and since the spot sits right by a road, it's worth timing your run for a moment when no car is passing. Wind here works from east through southeast and south, in a soaring setup rather than a thermal one. Landing is right on the beach itself — the only stretch of imported golden sand on the island, and a striking place to finish a flight. Beach landings are reportedly restricted on Tenerife more broadly, so it's worth checking the current local rules before assuming this landing option holds, especially during the busy season when the beach fills with sunbathers.

Launch & conditions

Takeoff near the antennas is small — be genuinely certain of your setup before committing, and the spot sits right by a road, so time your launch for a gap in traffic.

Local rules & hazards

Beach landings are reportedly restricted on Tenerife more broadly — check current local rules before assuming this landing option holds, especially in the busy season when the beach fills with people.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to Tenerife – Las Teresitas, read the wind and thermals for the site itself, confirm the day's rules with the local club, and remember the standing rule — when in doubt, don't launch. In the free OutDare app you can open Tenerife – Las Teresitas with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.