The best beaches of Barcelona
What is included in the category of “best” beaches? Each tourist invests his requirements here: from purity to the ways of leisure. Add to the improvement and beauty of the beach territory of Barcelona the most amazing attractions – the Gaudi Palace, the Guel Park, the Cathedral, museums, the Catalonia Square, season all this with grandiose festivals and seys of local cuisine – get a recipe for unforgettable vacation.
Probably, for this reason, rest in Barcelona is the most popular tourist request. Many people want to spend their vacation in unforgettable conditions, see picturesque sea landscapes and relax. Each local resort has its own highlight with which we will definitely introduce you.
Overview of all the beaches of Barcelona
The active vacation season in Barcelona begins in early May and continues until the end of September. The air temperature at this time does not rise above +30 degrees, and the waters of the Mediterranean Sea warm up to +28 in the middle of summer.
What can be said about Barcelona beaches? A blue flag is responsible for the purity of the coast and water – a reward for the cleanest and most comfortable coastal zones. Despite the fact that Barcelona is a huge city, the beaches here are unusually well-groomed. For the safety and convenience of vacationers, security services, services and public catering establishments work. An undoubted plus in the piggy bank of the advantages is that all beaches are public, which means free recreation areas.
Could the medieval Spaniards imagine that in the place of the deserted Mediterranean coast, the city will someday grow, and their area will become one of the most popular and beautiful resorts in Europe?Hardly. But the fact remains: Barcelona is among the most visited places in the world, the unique creations of Gaudi, Dali, as well as palaces, squares and museums make this city one of the most attractive. Be sure to take a walk along the coastal zone on foot, along the way you will find charming views and famous monuments. For example, you will see Monument a Colom – a monument to the great researcher Christopher Columbus and the most picturesque Spanish port Port Vell de Barcelona.
Around Barcelona there are many resort areas. It is difficult to say which of them to be attributed to the best. But we tried to do it. We present you a review of 9 comfortable and popular Spanish beaches.
Barceloneta Beach
Barceloneta is literally translated as “Little Barcelona”. This central coast used to be a favorite place for fishermen, and today it is the most popular tourist resort of Barcelona.
Surprisingly, Barceloneta equally cordially receives any guests. If you are traveling with a child and looking for clean sands and warm waters, we assure you will be satisfied. For relaxation with kids there is everything: a smooth entrance to the water, a clean and safe bottom, a beach without nuddists and representatives of sex makers, as well as game clubs and sites. Young people are looking for funny bars that offer alcoholic cocktails and interesting dishes. Barceloneta also took into account these wishes: the number of all kinds of cafes, bars, restaurants here simply goes off scale. I want romance or outdoor activities?Please: Walks at sunset on the coastal promenade will become a romantic completion of the beach days, and the sports ground will help not to lie in the sand, but to spend time with benefit for your physical shape.
It is difficult to add something else about Barceloneta, because the most important thing has already been said. Oh yes, the Barceloneta beach was the first to be awarded to the Blue flag.
Sant Miquel Beach
The cozy village of Sant Miquel was located near the center of Barcelona. The terrain was called from the ancient Church of Sant Miquel del del Poerto XVIII. Sant Miguel is characterized by modest sizes with a length of 400 m.
For relaxation with children in Sant Miguel there is everything: a calm sea, a long entrance to the water, a clean bottom and children’s entertainment. Here you can take boats, boats, yachts and go on a sea trip from the local harbor. On the beach there are Wi-Fi, showers, dressing zones, renting sun loungers and sunbeds. It offers guests – the security service, a pharmacy and the information point.
The beach of Sant Miguel is quite popular among local residents and tourists, like any other resort located near the center. From Barcelona, you can get to Sant Miguel at any time of the day, and next to the beach Sant Miguel borders the Barceloneta and Sant Sebastian recreation area. In the direction of Sant Sebastia, we go further.
San Sebastian Beach
In a modest secluded bay near the Old City, the longest Barcelonian beach of Sant Sebastian is located. This is the historical part of Barcelona, which attracts a large number of tourists and is one of the nudist beaches. There is everything you need for a comfortable vacation: power points, sunbeds and showers, a rescue station, rental of boats and bathing accessories, as well as a separate territory for people with disabilities.
The highlight of this resort is a beach library that may interest those who risk getting bored on the beach. Although it is difficult to get bored in Sant Sebastian: there is a surfing school, diving, skating on catamarans, jet ski, gyms and numerous cafes. In the evening you can walk along the green embankment and try fresh seafood in local restaurants.
It is worth recognizing that lovers of a relaxing vacation can be upset. We repeat that Sant Sebastian is a crowded beach that is full of tourists and local residents. Therefore, solitude to contemplate sea waters is unlikely to work. Do not rush to be upset, we will talk about quiet and cozy beaches a little lower.
Somorrostro beach
The central beaches of Barcelona include the resort zone of self -rust. In 1992, the Olympic Games were accepted here, although at that time this territory was not recognized as a separate resort. She used to belong to the Barcelona beach. In 2010, the terrain was renamed, and today self-sorrostrum is recognizable thanks to the statue of the Golden Fish, which has remained since the opening of the Olympic Games.
Not far from the beach is the famous Olympic port with a large number of light yachts and sports vessels. In the eastern, lower part, many restaurants have been lined up in a row that we like to visit wealthy youth. The most expensive and fashionable nightclubs are located here. Therefore, this territory is considered a glamorous resort. It is logical that among the shortcomings are self-rustle – overstated prices for beach equipment and in a cafe.
The Bogatell
Not far from the Olympic port there is a fairly calm and naughty beach of the rich. He is perfectly landscaped, as he was also prepared for the reception of the Olympic Games. Here are the most modern beach “chips” – electronic scoreboard that show the temperature of water and air, public phones, safe storage of valuable things. In addition, fountains with drinking water and garbage containers are installed everywhere.
Unlike the noisy Barceloneta and the crowded Sant Sebastian, the rich resort is suitable for a classic beach vacation: soar on the sun, ride catamarans and water skiing, take a walk in retail outlets. And obsessive beach merchants here you meet less often than in popular resort areas.
Two stone waves are separated by a rich man from the neighboring beaches of Nova Icaria beach and Mar Bella.
Nova Icaria beach
We fulfill the promise to introduce you to the most calm and quiet resort for family vacation. A wonderful beach with soft yellow sand and equipped children’s and sports grounds is the resort of Nova Icaria beach, marked with a blue flag. Some tourists call it a large sandbox. The sea, which is clamped between two wave cutters, is often calm and clean, which is important for relaxation with children. On the beach you can find not only family tourists, but also local residents, often even advanced age.
Very close to Nova Icaria beach are quite a lot of popular and visited places: shopping centers, a cinema, Pier Olympic Port. The highlight of the beach Nova Icaria beach is a perfectly smooth bicycle path along the entire Barcelona coast.
Mar Bella beach
We move to the eastern part of the coast and fall on the most specific beach of Barcelona – the resort of Mar Bella. Why specific?The beach of Mar Bella wears the status of “Gay Frendley”, that is, representatives of sexuals and nudists rest here. Therefore, conservative tourists prefer other recreation areas.
Mar Bella belongs to the Sant-Marty district. He is in demand among local residents. Before the Olympic Games there was an embankment here. It was converted to a beach resort, which today distinguishes light coarse -grained sand and high waves. The latter will be especially appreciated by surf lovers. There are few cafes and restaurants on the embankment, this is a very calm place. There are sports grounds and separate children’s towns.
Nova Mar Bella beach
Another quiet beach with gold sand and a calm sea flow is the resort of Nova Mar Bella. He will cordially accept those who are looking for a relaxing vacation. This area is less popular among tourists, but it was chosen by local residents and youth from nearby areas.
Sports facilities for Nova Mar Bella are less than on previous beaches. However, there is nothing to worry about: for a good beach vacation you will find everything you need here. In addition to the standard beach infrastructure, there are containers not only for collecting, but also for garbage processing. Therefore, on the territory of the beach, cleanliness and comfort reign.
Llevant Beach
The Barcelona beach Llevant closes the coastal chain. It is considered the newest territory for relaxation. The area is popular with tourists, despite the fact that it is far from the center. There is a perfectly equipped and spacious line of the beach, there is everything for a comfortable rest, from showers, ending with sports areas. The advantages of the Levant are a small accumulation of the people and an excellent service.
The highlight of the territory is the beach terrace Chiringuito Nueva Ola, where you can order soft drinks and a fresh snack. From the beach you can admire one of Barcelona’s most beautiful buildings – the Forum Barcelona Museum of Natural Sciences. A parking and parking for bicycles are equipped nearby.
According to tourists, you can safely relax on this beach with children: the bathing is safe, the entrance to the water is gentle, and in the hotel zone all beach entertainments for children are collected.
