A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Caen vs. Costa Teguise for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Caen or Costa Teguise?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Caen and Costa Teguise. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Caen or Costa Teguise?

Caen

Caen is a city in France on the coast in the Calvados department of Lower Normandy. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there. The town was destroyed almost completely in 1944 during WWII and it is a remarkable achievement that Caen has kept so many of its historical monuments given the terrible battle that besieged the town following the Normandy beach landings. After the war the town passed through 15 years of reconstruction, and continued to improve afterwards. In recent years the town has made further significant efforts and Caen now has an attractive, carefully restored, historic center. The city has also preserved the memory of its past by erecting a memorial and a museum dedicated to peace, the Memorial de Caen. The city is often considered the archetype of Normandy.

Costa Teguise

Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Caen and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Caen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Caen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Caen and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Costa Teguise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Teguise than you might in Caen.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Caen Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Caen or Costa Teguise?

Caen has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Caen and Costa Teguise, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Caen or Costa Teguise?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Caen or Costa Teguise in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Caen and Costa Teguise. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Caen this time of year.

In July, Caen is generally cooler than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Caen average around 18°C (64°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. In Caen, it's very sunny this time of the year. Caen usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during summer. Caen gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Caen usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Caen gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Caen or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Caen as well as Costa Teguise. Many travelers come to Caen for the city's sights and attractions.

Caen is much colder than Costa Teguise in the autumn. The daily temperature in Caen averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. In the autumn, Caen often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Caen gets 128 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun.

Caen usually gets more rain in October than Costa Teguise. Caen gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Caen or Costa Teguise in the Winter?

Both Costa Teguise and Caen are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Caen in the winter for the museums and the cuisine.

Caen can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Caen is much colder than Costa Teguise. Typically, the winter temperatures in Caen in January average around 5°C (41°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 17°C (63°F).

It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. Caen usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during winter. Caen gets 70 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Caen usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Caen gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Caen or Costa Teguise in the Spring?

Both Costa Teguise and Caen during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Caen for the activities around the city during these months.

In April, Caen is generally much colder than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Caen average around 9°C (49°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Caen often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Caen gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun.

Caen usually gets more rain in April than Costa Teguise. Caen gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Caen