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Gran Playa

Santa Pola·Alicante
LifeguardAccessible
72/100Very good
No windCalm seaHard to park
18°CWater
0mWaves
6km/hWind
UV 0UV
Directions

Photos of Gran Playa

Wikimedia · Flickr · Unsplash
Gran Playa - foto 1
Wikimedia Commons
Gran Playa - foto 2
Gran Playa - foto 3
Gran Playa - foto 4
Gran Playa - foto 5
Gran Playa - foto 6

Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:07Sunrise
13h 43mDaylight hours
20:51Sunset

Tides at Gran Playa today

Lunar estimate

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

Water and air temperature at Gran Playa

Open-Meteo
15°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
16°CFeels like
UV 0UV index
92%Humidity

Wind at Gran Playa today

NESO
Speed6 km/h
Max gust12 km/h
DirectionNNE

Flag and jellyfish at Gran Playa

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

Water quality at Gran Playa

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 NNE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 6km/h
Windsurf
6km/h NNE
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
Lluvia
21° 13°
1mm
Mié 29
Nublado
23° 14°
Seco
Jue 30
Nublado
22° 14°
Seco
Vie 1
Niebla
22° 15°
Seco
Sáb 2
Nublado
21° 16°
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 typeUrbano
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityMás de 100 plazas
MarinaClub Náutico Santa Pola (0,07 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
2%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (9% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable

Restaurants near Gran Playa

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Café París
Cafetería · 265m · €€
Ver →
Café de la Mar
Cafetería · 464m · €€
Ver →
Vintage
Restaurante · 631m · €€
Web+34 966 691 629
Ver →
Wok Buffet
Restaurante · 673m · €€
Ver →
Saint James
Bar · 721m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Gran Playa

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Quatre Llunes
★★★☆☆
1213m · €€
Web+34 966 69 60 80
Hotel Patilla
★★★☆☆
1310m · €€
Web+34 965 411 015
Polamar
★★★☆☆
1472m · €€
Web+34 96 541 3200
Narcea
★★★☆☆
1507m · €€
Hotel AJ Gran Alacant by SH Hoteles
★★★★☆
4938m · €€€
+34 965 08 7558

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Camping Bahía de Santa Pola
Camping· ★★★
1.2 km · Motorhomes · Tents
Web
⛺
Camping Santa Pola Caravanas
Camping· ★★★
1.9 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Camping Santa Pola Caravanas
Camping· ★★★
2.0 km · Motorhomes · Tents
Web
⛺
Handy For Airport ?
Camping· ★★★
6.2 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Camperpark Lomas de Balsares
Autocaravanas· ★★
7.4 km · Motorhomes

Facilities & services

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

Information about Gran Playa

MITECO 2024
Length1.08 m
Average width50 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
Occupationalto
EnvironmentUrbana
Coastal facadeUrbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
MunicipalitySanta Pola
ProvinceAlicante
RegionComunitat Valenciana
Coordinates38.191206° N, -0.571814° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital General Universitario de Elche
Distance15 km.
Call 966679000112

Beaches nearby

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Tamarit
Santa Pola · 1.4 km
Platja de Llevant
Santa Pola · 1.7 km
Platja de la Gola
Bras del Port · 2.3 km
Calas I-II-III Santiago Bernabeu
Santa Pola · 2.4 km
Platja del Varador
Santa Pola · 3.2 km
About Gran PlayaEverything you need to know ↓

Esta playa, del Golfo de Santa Pola es una de las que forman la zona de costa colindante con el Paraje Natural "Salinas de Santa Pola", zona de gran valor ecológico.

When you arrive at Gran Playa, in Santa Pola, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Alicante. It stretches 1.08 metres in length and 50 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the coast of Alicante. It has lifeguard service, nearby parking and accessible facilities, so you can visit with peace of mind. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Use this page to see current sea conditions, expected crowds and how to get there without any hassle.

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Frequently asked questions about Gran Playa

How is the water at Gran Playa today?+

Water temperature at Gran Playa is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Gran Playa have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Gran Playa?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Gran Playa?+

Wind at Gran Playa is 6 km/h with gusts of 12 km/h (NNE).

What time is high tide at Gran Playa?+

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

Is there parking near Gran Playa?+

Yes, there is parking near Gran Playa.

Are dogs allowed at Gran Playa?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Gran Playa.

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Beach facts
Length1.08 m
Width50 m
SandArena
Typearena
Crowdingalto
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 28 Apr, 02:58
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (0). Midday is perfect: warmer water
Gear for this beach
Protector solar SPF5020-30€→Funda móvil estanca8-15€→Botella térmica 1L25-40€→Set snorkel Cressi Palau40-60€→Paddle surf hinchable350-500€→Sombrilla antiviento 200cm30-45€→
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