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El Castell

74Very goodEl mar te espera
Palamós·Girona·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of El Castell

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
06:43Sunrise
14h 2mDaylight hours
20:45Sunset

Tides at El Castell 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 Castell

Open-Meteo
19°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
20°CFeels like
UV 4UV index
83%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at El Castell today

NESO
Speed12 km/h
Max gust28 km/h
DirectionENE

Flag and jellyfish at El Castell

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

Water quality at El Castell

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
12km/h ENE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 12km/h
Windsurf
12km/h ENE
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
20° 15°
43%
Vie 1
Nublado
20° 17°
Seco
Sáb 2
Nublado
19° 16°
Seco
Dom 3
Nublado
20° 17°
0.2mm
Lun 4
Tormenta
19° 16°
70%

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche
RoadC-31
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityMás de 100 plazas
MarinaPuerto Deportivo Marina de Palamós (Girona) (2 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
42%
ocupación
Concurrida
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (9% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable

Restaurants near El Castell

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Maroni Beach
Restaurante · 991m · €€
Ver →
Sansibar
Bar · 1250m · €€
Ver →
Hostel Restaurant La Fosca
Restaurante · 1257m · €€
Ver →
Can Pujol
Restaurante · 1308m · €€
Ver →
Mas dels Arcs
Restaurante · 2028m · €€
Web+34 972 315 135
Ver →

Hotels near El Castell

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Hostal la Fosca
★★☆☆☆
1262m · €
Web+34 972 601071
Hotel Ancora
★★★☆☆
1583m · €€
Web+34 972 314858
Casa de Colònies La Fosca
★☆☆☆☆
1863m · €
Hotel Sant Joan
★★★☆☆
2403m · €€
Web+34972314208
Hotel Vostra Llar
★★★☆☆
2828m · €€
Web+34 972 314 262

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Camping Benelux
Camping· ★★★
1.2 km · Motorhomes · Tents
Web+34 972 31 55 75
⛺
Internacional Palamos
Camping· ★★★
1.7 km · Motorhomes · Tents
PiscinaParque infantilEnganche eléctricoDuchasLavandería
Web+34 972 314736
⛺
Camping Palamos
Camping· ★★★
2.0 km · Motorhomes · Tents
Web+34 972 314 296
⛺
Castell Park
Camping· ★★★
2.6 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Autocaravaning Vilaroma
Autocaravanas· ★★
2.6 km · Motorhomes
VaciadoEnganche eléctrico

Facilities & services

MITECO
Sí · LifeguardSí · ShowersNo · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedSí · ToiletsNo · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaSí · Umbrella rentalSí · Sunbed rentalSí · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsNo · Bus service

Information about El Castell

MITECO 2024
Length329 m
Average width90 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationAlto
EnvironmentSemiurbana
Coastal facadeSemiurbana
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado / Ventosa
VegetationYes
Anchorage areaYes
MunicipalityPalamós
ProvinceGirona
RegionCataluña
Coordinates41.862683° N, 3.156317° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Comarcal de Palamós
Distance7 km.
Call 972600160112

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About El CastellEverything you need to know ↓

Playa con una gran calidad de arena, un entorno agradable exento de construcciones y buenos servicios que justifican su alto grado de ocupación.

If you're planning to visit El Castell, you're choosing one of the most authentic beaches in Girona. It stretches 329 metres in length and 90 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the northeast Mediterranean, with crystal-clear waters and occasional tramontane wind. It has lifeguard service, showers and nearby parking, so you can visit with peace of mind. This is a naturist beach, so if you're looking for a free and unrestricted atmosphere, you'll find it here. 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 Castell

How is the water at El Castell today?+

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

What flag does El Castell have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at El Castell?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at El Castell?+

Wind at El Castell is 12 km/h with gusts of 28 km/h (ENE).

What time is high tide at El Castell?+

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

Is there parking near El Castell?+

Yes, there is parking near El Castell.

Are dogs allowed at El Castell?+

No, dogs are not allowed at El Castell.

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Beach facts
Length329 m
Width90 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingAlto
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 30 Apr, 18:06
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (4). Midday is perfect: warmer water