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Catalan Bay

Gibraltar·Málaga
53/100Fair
Strong windCalm seaNo parking
18°CWater
0mWaves
22km/hWind
UV 1UV
Directions

Photos of Catalan Bay

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:32Sunrise
13h 32mDaylight hours
21:05Sunset

Tides at Catalan Bay today

Lunar estimate
▼ Low
05:05
0.2m
▲ High
11:17
1.9m
▼ Low
17:30
0.2m
▲ High
22:52
2m
Coefficient: 92Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Catalan Bay

Open-Meteo
17°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
16°CFeels like
UV 1UV index
86%Humidity

Wind at Catalan Bay today

NESO
Speed22 km/h
Max gust47 km/h
DirectionE

Flag and jellyfish at Catalan Bay

Open-Meteo estimate
Yellow flag
Moderate wind (22 km/h)
Low jellyfish risk
No jellyfish expected

Water quality at Catalan Bay

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
22km/h E
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 22km/h
Windsurf
22km/h E
Kitesurf
22km/h · Ideal
Snorkel
5m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Aceptable
Visibilidad subacuática: Regular
5m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.80 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Nublado
19° 16°
0.1mm
Lun 27
Nublado
19° 17°
0.2mm
Mar 28
Lluvia
19° 17°
3mm
Mié 29
Lluvia
22° 17°
45%
Jue 30
Niebla
23° 12°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
35%
ocupación
Tranquila
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (12% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Fin de semana

Restaurants near Catalan Bay

OpenStreetMap · 800m
La mamela
Restaurante · 193m · €€
Ver →
Top of the Rock Café
Cafetería · 693m · €€
Ver →
Carne a la piedra
Restaurante · 1063m · €€
Ver →
Jury's - Cafe and Wine Bar
Restaurante · 1145m · €€· 07:00-22:30
Web+35020067898
Ver →
Gibraltar Arms
Restaurante · 1187m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Catalan Bay

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Caleta Hotel
★★★☆☆
188m · €€
Holiday Inn Express Gibraltar
★★★☆☆
1040m · €€
Web
O'Callaghan Eliott Hotel
★★★☆☆
1104m · €€
Web
Cannon Hotel
★★★☆☆
1143m · €€
Web
The Rock Hotel
★★★☆☆
1152m · €€
Web+350 200 73000

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Área Interior de Autocaravanas
Autocaravanas· ★★
2.3 km · Motorhomes
⛺
Area de Autocaravanas Alcaidesa Marina
Autocaravanas· ★★
2.4 km · Motorhomes
Vaciado
⛺
Camping Sureuropa
Camping· ★★★
5.8 km · Motorhomes · Tents
VaciadoEnganche eléctricoDuchas
Web+34 956643587
⛺
Caravanas Karmela
Autocaravanas· ★★
9.6 km · Motorhomes
VaciadoEnganche eléctrico

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 Catalan Bay

MITECO 2024
CompositionArena
Typearena
MunicipalityGibraltar
ProvinceMálaga
RegionAndalucía
Coordinates36.139006° N, -5.340653° E

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Playa de Santa Bárbara
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Camp Bay
Gibraltar · 2.4 km
Windmill Hill Beach
Gibraltar · 2.5 km
Playa de Poniente
La Línea de la Concepción · 3.0 km
About Catalan BayEverything you need to know ↓

Catalan Bay es una playa ubicada en el municipio de Gibraltar, en la provincia de Málaga, Andalucía. Su composición es principalmente arena.

When you arrive at Catalan Bay, in Gibraltar, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Málaga. Located in southern Spain, with very hot summers and warm water, with fine sand and surroundings that won't disappoint. 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 Catalan Bay

How is the water at Catalan Bay today?+

Water temperature at Catalan Bay is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Catalan Bay have today?+

Yellow flag. Moderate wind (22 km/h).

Are there jellyfish at Catalan Bay?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Catalan Bay?+

Wind at Catalan Bay is 22 km/h with gusts of 47 km/h (E).

What time is high tide at Catalan Bay?+

Today's high tides at Catalan Bay are at 11:17 and 22:52 (1.9m). Coefficient 92, spring tides.

Is there parking near Catalan Bay?+

Catalan Bay does not have official parking.

Are dogs allowed at Catalan Bay?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Catalan Bay.

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Beach facts
SandArena
Typearena
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 26 Apr, 20:40
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (1). Midday is perfect: warmer water
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