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El Faro

Mijas·Málaga
Lifeguard
79/100Very good
No windCalm seaEasy parking
18°CWater
0mWaves
4km/hWind
UV 0UV
Directions

Photos of El Faro

Wikimedia · Flickr · Unsplash
El Faro - foto 1
Wikimedia Commons
El Faro - foto 2
El Faro - foto 3
El Faro - foto 4
El Faro - foto 5
El Faro - foto 6

Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:26Sunrise
13h 38mDaylight hours
21:05Sunset

Tides at El Faro today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
00:05
2.2m
▼ Low
06:18
0.2m
▲ High
12:31
2.1m
▼ Low
18:43
0.2m
Coefficient: 99Spring tides

Water and air temperature at El Faro

Open-Meteo
17°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
18°CFeels like
UV 0UV index
90%Humidity

Wind at El Faro today

NESO
Speed4 km/h
Max gust15 km/h
DirectionSSO

Flag and jellyfish at El Faro

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

Water quality at El Faro

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
4km/h SSO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 4km/h
Windsurf
4km/h SSO
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
19° 17°
1.4mm
Mié 29
Lluvia
21° 17°
1.4mm
Jue 30
Niebla
23° 15°
Seco
Vie 1
Nublado
23° 16°
Seco
Sáb 2
Lluvia
19° 17°
0.6mm

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche
RoadA-7
Bus typeInterurbano
MarinaPuerto de Fuengirola (3 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
0%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (9% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable

Restaurants near El Faro

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Punjab Palace
Restaurante · 1305m · €€
Ver →
Bikini Beach
Restaurante · 1367m · €€
Ver →
Playa Marina
Cafetería · 1381m · €€· Mo-Su 12:00-01:00
Web+34 622665538
Ver →
Indian Ocean
Restaurante · 1418m · €€
Ver →
Ginos Fuengirola
Restaurante · 1765m · €€
Web
Ver →

Hotels near El Faro

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Hotel IPV Palace & Spa
★★★★☆
1196m · €€€
Web+34 952 92 20 00
Fuengirola Beach
★★★☆☆
1808m · €€
Web+34 951062700
Hotel Occidental Fuengirola
★★★★☆
2461m · €€€
Web+34 952 470 600
Hotel Galicia
★★★☆☆
2478m · €€
ITACA Fuengirola
★★★☆☆
2647m · €€

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Costa del Sol Glamping Village
Glamping· ★★★★
1.1 km · Motorhomes
+34 951 33 48 40
⛺
La Cala de Mijas Autocaravanas
Autocaravanas· ★★
4.4 km · Motorhomes
⛺
Lucas Bushcraft - Supervivencia
Camping· ★★★
5.9 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Camping Suomi Village
Camping· ★★★
6.5 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Camping Los Jarales
Camping· ★★★
7.8 km · Motorhomes · Tents

Facilities & services

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

Information about El Faro

MITECO 2024
Length1.8 m
Average width8 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentSemiurbana
Coastal facadeSemiurbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
Protected areaYes
MunicipalityMijas
ProvinceMálaga
RegionAndalucía
Coordinates36.511656° N, -4.634953° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Costa del Sol de Marbella
Distance19,5 km.
Call 951976669112

Beaches nearby

Playa Rocas del Cura
Mijas · 0.6 km
Playa del Faro - Punta Calaburras
Mijas · 0.7 km
El Ejido
Mijas · 0.8 km
El Charcón
Mijas · 1.2 km
Playa Mati
Fuengirola · 1.3 km
Playa del Charcón - Playa Marina
Mijas · 1.6 km
About El FaroEverything you need to know ↓

Playa situada al Este del término municipal. Se trata de una estrecha franja de arena y rocas en una sin edificaciones al sur de CN-340. En ella se encuentra el mirador de Piedra del Cura.

When you arrive at El Faro, in Mijas, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Málaga. It stretches 1.8 metres in length and 8 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of southern Spain, with very hot summers and warm water. It has lifeguard service, showers and nearby parking, so you can visit with peace of mind. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. 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 Faro

How is the water at El Faro today?+

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

What flag does El Faro have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at El Faro?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at El Faro?+

Wind at El Faro is 4 km/h with gusts of 15 km/h (SSO).

What time is high tide at El Faro?+

Today's high tides at El Faro are at 00:05 and 12:31 (2.2m). Coefficient 99, spring tides.

Is there parking near El Faro?+

Yes, there is parking near El Faro.

Are dogs allowed at El Faro?+

No, dogs are not allowed at El Faro.

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Beach facts
Length1.8 m
Width8 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 28 Apr, 06:22
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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