Gran Canaria is after Tenerife and Fuerteventura, the third largest of the Canary Islands and is located 210 km west off the coast of Morocco. The almost circular island has a diameter of about 50 km, an area of ​​1560 square kilometers and a coastline of 236 km. Gran Canaria is like all islands of the canarian archipelago, of volcanic origins. The highest point on the island is the 1949 m high, inactive volcano: Pico de las Nieves. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the island's capital and the largest city of the Canary Islands. The old town has the Cathedral of Santa Ana from 1497, the City Hall, Casa de Colón and Plaza Espiritu Santu. The port of Puerto de la Luz, the "Port of Lights" is one of the largest ports of the Atlantic. Sailing is widespread on the island and the yacht charter infrastructure is good. There are many harbors and sheltered bays, the marinas are comfortable and offer all care options. There is also a wide range and choice of charter boats available. The most famous sailing area is ​​Las Palmas where every year the "Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) starts. You can find other ports on the south side of the island in Pasito Blanco, Puerto de Mogan, Puerto Rico, Anfi del Mar, Arguineguin. The central location in the Canary archipelago makes Yachtcharter Gran Canaria is a great place to start for sailing trips to nearby islands. The island is traditionally the last port stop for sailors crossing the Atlantic and a popular sailing spot for sport sailors from all over the world.