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El Puertito de Adeje – a peaceful cove on Tenerife’s south coast

El Puertito de Adeje is a small fishing hamlet tucked into a sheltered bay between Costa Adeje and Playa Paraíso. Visitors come for its calm, shallow water, soft sand, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels far from the big resorts. Below is a visual guide to the cove, beach, boats and seaside paths to help you plan a quiet seaside escape.

The best way to start is with a wide overview of the bay and the whitewashed homes gathered around the beach.

Panoramic view over El Puertito de Adeje showing the curved sandy beach, clustered houses and volcanic headlands.

From the cliffs nearby you can see the rocky coastline opening into the Atlantic and the surf wrapping around the natural platforms.

Rocky volcanic shore just outside El Puertito de Adeje with waves breaking against the platform and the bay beyond.

The sheltered beach and calm water

The bay is protected by headlands, so the water is usually gentle—great for relaxed swimming and families.

Swimmers enjoying the tranquil water at El Puertito de Adeje with the sandy shoreline in the foreground.

Close to the waterline, the sand is compact and smooth, ideal for a barefoot stroll along the edge of the waves.

Close view of the smooth wet sand on the beach at El Puertito de Adeje with small ripples from the tide.

Another angle shows the gentle gradient of the bay and the protective cliffs that keep the swell modest most days.

View across the beach at El Puertito de Adeje with bathers in the water and low waves rolling into the cove.

Traditional boats at anchor

Small fishing and leisure boats usually bob on their moorings just off the beach, adding to the village character.

Line of small boats moored in the quiet water off El Puertito de Adeje under an overcast sky.

Seafront village and promenade

El Puertito keeps a simple, low-rise feel with a handful of local restaurants and a sloping ramp that leads directly onto the sand.

Seafront restaurant and houses by the beach ramp in El Puertito de Adeje.

The painted sign makes it easy to know you’ve arrived in the cove’s tiny center.

Close-up of the painted wall sign reading El Puertito de Adeje beside a decorative boat.

A wider view places the sign among the main seafront buildings and the palm—this is the heart of the village.

El Puertito de Adeje sign on the seafront with nearby houses and a small palm tree.

From the opposite side you can see the restaurant terraces overlooking the beach—perfect for a simple seafood lunch.

View across the central area of El Puertito de Adeje with terraces, the beach ramp and the palm tree.

The paved promenade curves around the bay with benches under shade, offering quiet spots to sit and watch the water.

Curving seaside promenade at El Puertito de Adeje with benches and trees overlooking the beach.

Wandering the lanes reveals whitewashed houses, steps and little corners decorated with nautical details.

Whitewashed passage with steps, planters and stone details in the village streets of El Puertito de Adeje.

One house is a mini-museum of colourful maritime ornaments—easy to spot as you explore the footpaths.

House at El Puertito de Adeje decorated with boats and coastal ornaments beside the rocky shore.

Local plants and patio life

Many homes keep hardy succulents and yuccas on their patios, a good match for Tenerife’s dry southern climate.

Row of potted succulents and yuccas on a red patio in El Puertito de Adeje.

Little chapel above the bay

Just behind the cove sits a small white chapel on the hillside—another reminder that this is still a lived-in coastal hamlet.

Small white chapel with terracotta roof on the hillside near El Puertito de Adeje.

Beach access and visitor information

At the entrance to the sand you will find the beach sign with the current rules for safety and conservation—always worth a quick read before swimming.

Access point to the beach at El Puertito de Adeje with a sign displaying visitor rules beside the sand.

Plan your visit to El Puertito de Adeje

El Puertito de Adeje is ideal if you want a calm beach day with authentic village character. Come early for easier parking, bring reef-friendly sunscreen, and take time to explore the promenade and cliff-top viewpoints. Whether you swim, enjoy a seaside lunch or simply watch the boats, this quiet cove offers a slower pace on Tenerife’s lively south coast.