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El Cau

60FairEl mar te espera
Palafrugell·Girona·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of El Cau

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Sea & weather

Open-Meteo Marine
0mNow
0m+1h
0m+2h
0m+3h
0m+4h
0m+5h

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
06:41Sunrise
14h 5mDaylight hours
20:46Sunset

Tides at El Cau today

Lunar estimate

The Mediterranean has negligible tidal range (0.2m). Water level remains practically constant throughout the day.

Water and air temperature at El Cau

Open-Meteo
16°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
17°CFeels like
UV 0UV index
92%Humidity

Wind at El Cau today

NESO
Speed3 km/h
Max gust9 km/h
DirectionSSO

Flag and jellyfish at El Cau

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
Moderate jellyfish risk
Occasional sightings possible

Water quality at El Cau

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
3km/h SSO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 3km/h
Windsurf
3km/h SSO
Kitesurf
Poco viento
Snorkel
8m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Condiciones ideales
Visibilidad subacuática: Regular
8m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.40 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Nublado
19° 16°
Seco
Sáb 2
Nublado
19° 16°
0.5mm
Dom 3
Lluvia
19° 15°
0.7mm
Lun 4
Tormenta
18° 14°
60%
Mar 5
Lluvia
18° 13°
68%

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie difícil / Barco
RoadC-31, GIV-654
MarinaClub Nàutic Llafranc (1 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
7%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (17% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable · Festivo

Restaurants near El Cau

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Far Nomo
Restaurante · 566m · €€
+34 972301521
Ver →
Cala Pedrosa
Restaurante · 833m · €€· seasonal
Ver →
Rest. la Sirena
Restaurante · 1002m · €€
Ver →
La Caleta
Restaurante · 1016m · €€
Ver →
la Croissanteria
Cafetería · 1032m · €€· PH,Mo-Su 08:00-23:00
Ver →

Hotels near El Cau

OpenStreetMap · 2km
El Far
★★★☆☆
448m · €€
Web
La Muntanya
★★★☆☆
1004m · €€
Web+34 652509114
Hostal Sa Teula
★☆☆☆☆
1013m · €
Web+34698905666
Hotel Llafranch
★★★☆☆
1099m · €€
Web
Hotel Terramar
★★★☆☆
1138m · €€
Web+34 972 300 200

Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardNo · ShowersNo · AccessibleNo · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsNo · Foot washersNo · BinsNo · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubNo · Bars/restaurantsNo · Bus service

Information about El Cau

MITECO 2024
Length74 m
Average width10 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeMontaña
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado
VegetationYes
Protected areaYes
MunicipalityPalafrugell
ProvinceGirona
RegionCataluña
Coordinates41.900485° N, 3.205452° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Comarcal de Palamós
Distance12 km.
Call 972600160112

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About El CauEverything you need to know ↓

Pequeña playa de baja afluencia que no dispone de serviciosAlso known as: Cala dels Gens

When you arrive at El Cau, in Palafrugell, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Girona. It stretches 74 metres in length and 10 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the northeast Mediterranean, with crystal-clear waters and occasional tramontane wind. It's a more natural beach, without major facilities — perfect if you're looking for something quieter and more unspoiled. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Check the water temperature, wave height and crowd levels before you go — everything is updated here in real time.

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Frequently asked questions about El Cau

How is the water at El Cau today?+

Water temperature at El Cau is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does El Cau have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at El Cau?+

Moderate jellyfish risk. Occasional sightings possible.

How windy is it at El Cau?+

Wind at El Cau is 3 km/h with gusts of 9 km/h (SSO).

What time is high tide at El Cau?+

Mediterranean tides are negligible (0.2m). Water level barely changes.

Is there parking near El Cau?+

El Cau does not have official parking.

Are dogs allowed at El Cau?+

No, dogs are not allowed at El Cau.

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Beach facts
Length74 m
Width10 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 2 May, 00:11
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (0). Midday is perfect: warmer water