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El Bocal

Santander·Cantabria
Lifeguard
71/100Very good
No windCalm seaEasy parking
18°CWater
0mWaves
10km/hWind
UV 1UV
Directions

Photos of El Bocal

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:12Sunrise
14h 1mDaylight hours
21:13Sunset

Tides at El Bocal today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
00:17
2.9m
▼ Low
06:30
0.3m
▲ High
12:43
2.8m
▼ Low
18:55
0.3m
Coefficient: 97Spring tides

Water and air temperature at El Bocal

Open-Meteo
15°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
15°CFeels like
UV 1UV index
90%Humidity

Wind at El Bocal today

NESO
Speed10 km/h
Max gust16 km/h
DirectionNNE

Flag and jellyfish at El Bocal

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

Water quality at El Bocal

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticasSpot verificado OSM
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
10km/h NNE
18°C
OSM
Surf
0m · 8s · 10km/h
Windsurf
10km/h NNE
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
Lluvia
16° 14°
43%
Mar 28
Nublado
17° 14°
Seco
Mié 29
Lluvia
19° 13°
58%
Jue 30
Nublado
19° 13°
Seco
Vie 1
Lluvia
20° 12°
0.1mm

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeCoche
RoadS-20
Bus typeInterurbano
Parking capacityMenos de 50 plazas
MarinaSantander - Puerto Chico (10 km)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
29%
ocupación
Tranquila
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (9% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable · Playa urbana

Restaurants near El Bocal

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Casa Terán
Restaurante · 1053m · €€
Web+34 942344193
Ver →
Bar Tin
Restaurante · 1386m · €€
+34 942 32 11 60
Ver →
La Nuncia
Restaurante · 1622m · €€
+34 608 70 73 92
Ver →
La Candelita
Restaurante · 2000m · €€
Web+34 942321280
Ver →
Taberna La Prensa
Restaurante · 2018m · €€
Web+34 942320182
Ver →

Hotels near El Bocal

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Facilities & services

MITECO
Sí · 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 clubNo · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about El Bocal

MITECO 2024
Length200 m
Average width10 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeAcantilado
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado
MunicipalitySantander
ProvinceCantabria
RegionCantabria
Coordinates43.488138° N, -3.825657° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla
Distance5 km.
Call 942202520112

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About El BocalEverything you need to know ↓

Playa de reducidas dimensiones, aislada y que denota escasa afluencia de público. Presenta arena dorada, oleaje moderado y un bajo nivel de equipamientos.

When you arrive at El Bocal, in Santander, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Cantabria. It stretches 200 metres in length and 10 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Cantabrian Sea, with wild beaches surrounded by nature. It has lifeguard service and nearby parking, so you can visit with peace of mind. If you enjoy surfing, you're in the right place. 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 El Bocal

How is the water at El Bocal today?+

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

What flag does El Bocal have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at El Bocal?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at El Bocal?+

Wind at El Bocal is 10 km/h with gusts of 16 km/h (NNE).

What time is high tide at El Bocal?+

Today's high tides at El Bocal are at 00:17 and 12:43 (2.9m). Coefficient 97, spring tides.

Is there parking near El Bocal?+

Yes, there is parking near El Bocal.

Are dogs allowed at El Bocal?+

No, dogs are not allowed at El Bocal.

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Beach facts
Length200 m
Width10 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 27 Apr, 20:13
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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