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Bancal de l'Arena

Santa Pola·Alicante
67/100Fair
No windCalm seaParking available
18°CWater
0mWaves
6km/hWind
UV 2UV
Directions

Photos of Bancal de l'Arena

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:07Sunrise
13h 44mDaylight hours
20:51Sunset

Tides at Bancal de l'Arena today

Lunar estimate

The Mediterranean has negligible tidal range (0.1m). Water level remains practically constant throughout the day.

Water and air temperature at Bancal de l'Arena

Open-Meteo
18°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
16°CFeels like
UV 2UV index
49%Humidity

Wind at Bancal de l'Arena today

NESO
Speed6 km/h
Max gust11 km/h
DirectionOSO

Flag and jellyfish at Bancal de l'Arena

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
Low jellyfish risk
No jellyfish expected

Water quality at Bancal de l'Arena

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
6km/h OSO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 6km/h
Windsurf
6km/h OSO
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
Niebla
22° 13°
48%
Mié 29
Nublado
21° 14°
Seco
Jue 30
Nublado
22° 13°
Seco
Vie 1
Niebla
22° 15°
Seco
Sáb 2
Nublado
20° 17°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche
RoadN-332
Bus typeInterurbano
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityMenos de 50 plazas
MarinaClub Náutico Santa Pola (4 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
15%
ocupación
Tranquila
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (9% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable

Restaurants near Bancal de l'Arena

OpenStreetMap · 800m
La Cadena
Restaurante · 1412m · €€
Ver →
Mesón El Castillo
Restaurante · 1436m · €€
Ver →
La Parmigiana
Restaurante · 1453m · €€
Web+34 965 41 65 81
Ver →
Cafetería Gran Alacant
Cafetería · 2108m · €€
Ver →
Bar Sioux
Bar · 2255m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Bancal de l'Arena

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Novadesta Rentals
★★☆☆☆
4062m · €
Web+34966698212
Narcea
★★★☆☆
4250m · €€
Polamar
★★★☆☆
4403m · €€
Web+34 96 541 3200
Hotel Patilla
★★★☆☆
4425m · €€
Web+34 965 411 015
Quatre Llunes
★★★☆☆
4564m · €€
Web+34 966 69 60 80

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Handy For Airport ?
Camping· ★★★
1.1 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Camping Bahía de Santa Pola
Camping· ★★★
5.3 km · Motorhomes · Tents
Web
⛺
Camping Santa Pola Caravanas
Camping· ★★★
5.7 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Camping Santa Pola Caravanas
Camping· ★★★
5.7 km · Motorhomes · Tents
Web
⛺
Camperpark Lomas de Balsares
Autocaravanas· ★★
7.1 km · Motorhomes

Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardNo · ShowersNo · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsNo · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Bancal de l'Arena

MITECO 2024
Length600 m
Average width20 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationMedio
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeDunas
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado
VegetationYes
Protected areaYes
MunicipalitySanta Pola
ProvinceAlicante
RegionComunitat Valenciana
Coordinates38.206023° N, -0.508986° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital General Universitario de Elche
Distance17 km.
Call 966679000112

Beaches nearby

el Bancalet de l'Arena
Santa Pola · 0.2 km
Caletes del Cap
Santa Pola · 0.4 km
Caletes del Cap
Santa Pola · 0.6 km
Caletes del Cap
Santa Pola · 0.9 km
Cala de la Mare de Déu
Bajo Vinalopó · 2.1 km
Santa Pola del Este
Santa Pola · 2.5 km
About Bancal de l'ArenaEverything you need to know ↓

De entre las playas del este de Santa Pola, esta playa presenta unas características típicas de rocas y arena oscura, consecuencia de su exposición en el extremo del Cabo de Santa Pola.

When you arrive at Bancal de l'Arena, in Santa Pola, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Alicante. It stretches 600 metres in length and 20 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the coast of Alicante. It has nearby parking to make your visit more comfortable. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Before you head out, check the real-time sea conditions on this page so there are no surprises.

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Frequently asked questions about Bancal de l'Arena

How is the water at Bancal de l'Arena today?+

Water temperature at Bancal de l'Arena is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Bancal de l'Arena have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Bancal de l'Arena?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Bancal de l'Arena?+

Wind at Bancal de l'Arena is 6 km/h with gusts of 11 km/h (OSO).

What time is high tide at Bancal de l'Arena?+

Mediterranean tides are negligible (0.1m). Water level barely changes.

Is there parking near Bancal de l'Arena?+

Yes, there is parking near Bancal de l'Arena.

Are dogs allowed at Bancal de l'Arena?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Bancal de l'Arena.

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Beach facts
Length600 m
Width20 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingMedio
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 28 Apr, 10:11
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (2). Midday is perfect: warmer water
Gear for this beach
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