Which island is the largest in Spain's Canary Islands by area?

Tenerife is the largest island in Spain’s Canary Islands by area.

The island covers about 2,034 square kilometres, placing it ahead of Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria. It is also the most populous island in the archipelago. Tenerife lies in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast of Africa and forms part of Spain’s autonomous Canary Islands community.

Its size reflects a long history of volcanic growth. Tenerife is dominated by Teide, a huge volcanic mountain whose summit reaches 3,715 metres above sea level. Teide is the highest point in Spain and stands within Teide National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A common mix-up is confusing largest by area with longest or most populated in another context. Tenerife is first by area among the main Canary Islands, while Fuerteventura is second. The archipelago also includes smaller islands and islets, including La Graciosa, which is administratively linked to Lanzarote.