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Castro

Los Realejos·Santa Cruz de Tenerife
62/100Fair
No windCalm seaNo parking
18°CWater
0mWaves
8km/hWind
UV 1UV
Directions

Photos of Castro

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Castro - foto 1
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Castro - foto 2
Castro - foto 3
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Castro - foto 5
Castro - foto 6

Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
08:27Sunrise
13h 12mDaylight hours
21:40Sunset

Tides at Castro today

Lunar estimate
▼ Low
04:40
0.1m
▲ High
10:52
1.4m
▼ Low
17:05
0.1m
▲ High
22:27
1.5m
Coefficient: 97Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Castro

Open-Meteo
18°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
20°CFeels like
UV 1UV index
94%Humidity

Wind at Castro today

NESO
Speed8 km/h
Max gust25 km/h
DirectionONO

Flag and jellyfish at Castro

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

Water quality at Castro

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 ONO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 8km/h
Windsurf
8km/h ONO
Kitesurf
Poco viento
Snorkel
25m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Condiciones ideales
Visibilidad subacuática: Excelente
25m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.08 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Lluvia
20° 16°
100%
Mar 28
Lluvia
22° 15°
93%
Mié 29
Lluvia
20° 16°
8mm
Jue 30
Lluvia
22° 16°
2.6mm
Vie 1
Lluvia
22° 16°
0.6mm

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie difícil
RoadTF-324
Bus typeUrbano
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
53%
ocupación
Concurrida
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (20% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada alta · Día laborable

Restaurants near Castro

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Mirador San Pedro
Restaurante · 272m · €€
+34 922 34 08 75
Ver →
San Pedro Bambubar
Bar · 275m · €€
Ver →
Casa Celso
Bar · 496m · €€
Ver →
Barmerina
Restaurante · 668m · €€
Ver →
Casa Tomás
Restaurante · 891m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Castro

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Route Active Hotel
★★★☆☆
1057m · €€
Web+34 922 363 726
Hotel Panoramica Garden
★★★☆☆
1078m · €€
Rural Bentor
★★★☆☆
1307m · €€
Web+34 922 35 34 58
Hacienda el Terrero
★★★☆☆
2138m · €€
Web
Hotel Rural Las Cañas
★★★☆☆
2258m · €€
Web

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Parkplatz beim Leuchtturm von Puerto de la Cruz
Autocaravanas· ★★
4.3 km · Motorhomes
⛺
Área Recreativa y Acampada de Chanajiga (Los Realejos)
Camping· ★★★
6.1 km · Motorhomes · Tents
Web
⛺
Zona de Acampada de La Tahona
Camping· ★★★
6.3 km · Tents
Web+34 922239199
⛺
Zona de Acampada de Fuente de Pedro
Camping· ★★★
7.1 km · Tents
Web+34 922239199
⛺
Campamento Barranco de la Arena
Camping· ★★★
7.5 km · Tents
+34 922239060

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/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Castro

MITECO 2024
Length200 m
Average width31 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeAcantilado
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado
VegetationYes
Protected areaYes
MunicipalityLos Realejos
ProvinceSanta Cruz de Tenerife
RegionCanarias
Coordinates28.397706° N, -16.592591° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalCentro de Salud Los Realejos
Distance4,5 km.
Call 922346240112

Beaches nearby

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Los Realejos · 1.0 km
El Socorro
Los Realejos · 1.1 km
Playa de los Roques
Los Realejos · 2.0 km
Playa Punta Brava
Puerto de la Cruz · 3.2 km
Playa Chica
Puerto de la Cruz · 3.5 km
About CastroEverything you need to know ↓

Playa de Castro es una playa que está situada en un entorno aislado prácticamente virgen de unos 200 metros, de bolos y arena negra de origen volcánico y aguas tranquilas y limpias.Also known as: La Fajana

Castro is one of those beaches in Santa Cruz de Tenerife that deserves a spot on your list this summer. It stretches 200 metres in length and 31 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Canary Islands, where you can swim almost all year round. It's a more natural beach, without major facilities — perfect if you're looking for something quieter and more unspoiled. This is a naturist beach, so if you're looking for a free and unrestricted atmosphere, you'll find it here. 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 Castro

How is the water at Castro today?+

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

What flag does Castro have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Castro?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Castro?+

Wind at Castro is 8 km/h with gusts of 25 km/h (ONO).

What time is high tide at Castro?+

Today's high tides at Castro are at 10:52 and 22:27 (1.4m). Coefficient 97, spring tides.

Is there parking near Castro?+

Castro does not have official parking.

Are dogs allowed at Castro?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Castro.

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Beach facts
Length200 m
Width31 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 27 Apr, 20:40
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (1). 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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