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El Faro today — Marbella

Marbella·Málaga
Blue FlagLifeguardAccessible
18°CWater
0mWaves
8km/hWind
UV 1Index
16°CAir
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
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Photos of El Faro

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Waves at El Faro now

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:48Sunrise
13h 3mDaylight hours
20:52Sunset

Tides at El Faro today

Lunar estimate
▼ Low
06:05
0.2m
▲ High
11:27
2.1m
▼ Low
17:40
0.2m
▲ High
23:53
2m
Coefficient: 94Spring tides

Water and air temperature at El Faro

Open-Meteo
16°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
15°CFeels like
UV 1UV index
79%Humidity

Wind at El Faro today

NESO
Speed8 km/h
Max gust18 km/h
DirectionSO

Flag and jellyfish at El Faro

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

Water quality at El Faro

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma — no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
8km/h SO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 8km/h
Windsurf
8km/h SO
Kitesurf
Poco viento
Snorkel
5m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Condiciones ideales
Visibilidad subacuática: Regular
5m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.80 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Nublado
20° 16°
0.1mm
Lun 13
Nublado
20° 13°
Seco
Mar 14
Nubes
19° 14°
Seco
Mié 15
Sol
21° 16°
Seco
Jue 16
Nublado
22° 16°
Seco

How to get to El Faro

By car — open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil
RoadPaseo marítimo
Bus typeUrbano
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityMás de 100 plazas
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Marbella (0 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
13%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (12% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Fin de semana

Restaurants near El Faro

OpenStreetMap · 800m
La Barca
Restaurante · 73m · €€· Mo-Su 12:00-00:00
Web+34 952824459
Ver →
Kohala Poké
Restaurante · 203m · €€
Ver →
Garum
Restaurante · 285m · €€
Web+34 952 858 858
Ver →
Back
Restaurante · 391m · €€
Ver →
Cazuelas Bar
Restaurante · 396m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near El Faro

OpenStreetMap · 2km
El Faro
★★★☆☆
246m · €€
Aparthotel Puerto Azul
★★★☆☆
259m · €€
Hotel Finlandia
★★★☆☆
338m · €€
Hotel Lima
★★★☆☆
411m · €€
Hotel Baviera
★★★☆☆
478m · €€

Facilities at El Faro

MITECO
Sí · LifeguardSí · ShowersSí · AccessibleSí · ParkingSí · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedSí · ToiletsSí · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningSí · PhonesSí · Tourist officeSí · Kids areaSí · Sports areaSí · Umbrella rentalSí · Sunbed rentalSí · Nautical rentalSí · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about El Faro

MITECO 2024
Length280 m
Average width30 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationAlto
EnvironmentUrbana
Coastal facadeUrbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
Anchorage areaYes
MunicipalityMarbella
ProvinceMálaga
RegionAndalucía
Coordinates36.506624° N, -4.891498° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Costa del Sol de Marbella
Distance6 km.
Call 951976669112

Beaches near El Faro

La Venus
Marbella · 0.7 km
La Bajadilla
Marbella · 1.2 km
Playa de la Fontanilla
Marbella · 1.5 km
Playa de Casablanca
Marbella · 1.8 km
El Cable
Marbella · 2.3 km
Nagüeles
Marbella · 2.5 km
About El FaroEverything you need to know ↓

Pequeña playa situada en el centro de Marbella, junto al Puerto Deportivo, de fondos rocosos, con buenos servicios y alta ocupación de las instalaciones.

When you arrive at El Faro, in Marbella, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Málaga. It stretches 280 metres in length and 30 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of southern Spain, with very hot summers and warm water. It has lifeguard service, showers, nearby parking and accessible facilities, so you can visit with peace of mind. The Blue Flag at El Faro is a guarantee of water quality and responsible environmental management. 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 Faro

How is the water at El Faro today?+

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

What flag does El Faro have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at El Faro?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at El Faro?+

Wind at El Faro is 8 km/h with gusts of 18 km/h (SO).

What time is high tide at El Faro?+

Today's high tides at El Faro are at 11:27 and 23:53 (2.1m). Coefficient 94, spring tides.

Is there parking near El Faro?+

Yes, there is parking near El Faro.

Are dogs allowed at El Faro?+

No, dogs are not allowed at El Faro.

CALMA
El mar te espera
Updated · 12 Apr, 09:35
18°CWater
16°CAir
0mWaves
8km/hWind
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (1). Midday is perfect: warmer water