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Mar de Cristal

70Very goodNi demasiado tranquilo ni demasiado emocionante.
Cartagena·Murcia·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of Mar de Cristal

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:03Sunrise
13h 52mDaylight hours
20:56Sunset

Tides at Mar de Cristal today

Lunar estimate

The Mediterranean has negligible tidal range (0.2m). Water level remains practically constant throughout the day.

Water and air temperature at Mar de Cristal

Open-Meteo
19°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
19°CFeels like
UV 0UV index
92%Humidity

Wind at Mar de Cristal today

NESO
Speed15 km/h
Max gust25 km/h
DirectionNNE

Flag and jellyfish at Mar de Cristal

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
Moderate jellyfish risk
Occasional sightings possible

Water quality at Mar de Cristal

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
15km/h NNE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 15km/h
Windsurf
15km/h NNE
Kitesurf
15km/h · Ideal
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
Nublado
21° 19°
Seco
Lun 4
Nublado
22° 18°
0.1mm
Mar 5
Nublado
23° 19°
Seco
Mié 6
Nublado
21° 18°
Seco
Jue 7
Nublado
21° 18°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche / Barco
RoadAutovía de La Manga - MU-312 Salida 9
Bus typeUrbano
Parking capacityMás de 100 plazas
Boardwalk namecompleto
MarinaPuerto Mar de Cristal (Cartagena, Murcia) (0 Km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
4%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (17% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Fin de semana

Restaurants near Mar de Cristal

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Ciringuito Zankara
Restaurante · 1992m · €€
Ver →
Beach Bar El Refugio Playa Honda
Restaurante · 2269m · €€
Ver →
Brambles Bar
Bar · 2361m · €€
Ver →
Panadería Julieta Churrería
Cafetería · 2375m · €€
Ver →
Bar Apicoco
Bar · 2409m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Mar de Cristal

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Hotel El Secreto del Agua Rooms & Suites
★★★☆☆
150m · €€
Web+34 968 54 50 44
Hotel Cavanna
★★★☆☆
3454m · €€
Hotel Las Gaviotas
★★★☆☆
3604m · €€
Ona Marina Arpón
★★★☆☆
3629m · €€
Web+34 868 48 06 91
Aparthotel La Mirage
★★★☆☆
3660m · €€
Web+34 968 56 41 23

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Camping Caravaning La Manga
Autocaravanas· ★★
1.9 km · Motorhomes · Bungalows
Lavandería
Web+34 968563014

Facilities & services

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

Information about Mar de Cristal

MITECO 2024
Length900 m
Average width20 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationAlto
EnvironmentUrbana
Coastal facadeUrbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
VegetationYes
Anchorage areaYes
MunicipalityCartagena
ProvinceMurcia
RegionMurcia
Coordinates37.641973° N, -0.757626° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalSanta Lucía
Distance34 km.
Call 968128600112

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About Mar de CristalEverything you need to know ↓

Playa urbana del Mar Menor con un agradable paseo marítimo, y un elevado grado de ocupación. Ofrece un buen nivel de servicios: alquileres de hamacas y sombrillas, lavapies, Club Náutico. Pendiente suave y aguas cálidas

If you're planning to visit Mar de Cristal, you're choosing one of the most authentic beaches in Murcia. It stretches 900 metres in length and 20 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Mar Menor and the Murcian Mediterranean, with calm waters. 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. 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 Mar de Cristal

How is the water at Mar de Cristal today?+

Water temperature at Mar de Cristal is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Mar de Cristal have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Mar de Cristal?+

Moderate jellyfish risk. Occasional sightings possible.

How windy is it at Mar de Cristal?+

Wind at Mar de Cristal is 15 km/h with gusts of 25 km/h (NNE).

What time is high tide at Mar de Cristal?+

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

Is there parking near Mar de Cristal?+

Yes, there is parking near Mar de Cristal.

Are dogs allowed at Mar de Cristal?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Mar de Cristal.

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Beach facts
Length900 m
Width20 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingAlto
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 3 May, 02:26
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (0). Midday is perfect: warmer water