Beaches
El Palmar (9km) This is the closest beach to our houses, a long stretch of coast with fine sand, a good choice of restaurants, beach bars and live music at sunset. Famous for its waves, there are various schools offering surf lessons and equipment hire, as well as paddle boards and yoga classes. In winter months, it is the perfect beach for a stroll.
Mangueta (10 km) has no buildings, just fine sand, clear water, great waves and a simple chiringuito serving fresh fish and cold drinks. It is slightly off the beaten track, quieter than El Palmar.
Castelnovo (11km) named after the watchtower between El Palmar and Conil is less populated than its neighbours as it is only accessible on foot. This wide stretch of beach is popular with nudists and makes a pleasant coastal walk.
Playa de Zahora (12 km) Ideal beach for young families, especially when the tide is out, as there are rock pools and shallow waters for paddling. Lively beach bars offer good local food and sunset drinks.
Cabo Trafalgar (14 km) is the site of the famous 1805 battle between Admiral Nelson and the Spanish and French troops. The beach known as Marisucia has lively beach bars in summer and is a great beach to watch or practice kitesurfing. A walk around the lighthouse is recommended for its wonderful elevated views.
Los Caños de Meca (15 km) Hippy-chic vibes differentiate this from other beaches in the area. Backed by cliffs and La Breña Nature Reserve there is a picturesque walk to Barbate. In summer enjoy traditional restaurants, beach bars and a cliff top bar for sunset cocktails with views across to Cape Trafalgar.
El Palmar (9km) This is the closest beach to our houses, a long stretch of coast with fine sand, a good choice of restaurants, beach bars and live music at sunset. Famous for its waves, there are various schools offering surf lessons and equipment hire, as well as paddle boards and yoga classes. In winter months, it is the perfect beach for a stroll.
Mangueta (10 km) has no buildings, just fine sand, clear water, great waves and a simple chiringuito serving fresh fish and cold drinks. It is slightly off the beaten track, quieter than El Palmar.
Castelnovo (11km) named after the watchtower between El Palmar and Conil is less populated than its neighbours as it is only accessible on foot. This wide stretch of beach is popular with nudists and makes a pleasant coastal walk.
Playa de Zahora (12 km) Ideal beach for young families, especially when the tide is out, as there are rock pools and shallow waters for paddling. Lively beach bars offer good local food and sunset drinks.
Cabo Trafalgar (14 km) is the site of the famous 1805 battle between Admiral Nelson and the Spanish and French troops. The beach known as Marisucia has lively beach bars in summer and is a great beach to watch or practice kitesurfing. A walk around the lighthouse is recommended for its wonderful elevated views.
Los Caños de Meca (15 km) Hippy-chic vibes differentiate this from other beaches in the area. Backed by cliffs and La Breña Nature Reserve there is a picturesque walk to Barbate. In summer enjoy traditional restaurants, beach bars and a cliff top bar for sunset cocktails with views across to Cape Trafalgar.
Playa del Carmen (15km) Is Barbate´s urban beach with a promenade. You will find all facilities here including car parks, sunbed hire, showers, kayaks, kiosks, restaurants and beach supermarkets. A good option for families as the water is shallower and calmer than other beaches in the area.
Hierbabuena (16km) Between the port of Barbate and La Breña Nature Reserve you will find this completely virgin beach. There is a coastal path to Los Caños de Meca with fantastic views of the coast and Morocco.
El Botero (16km) On the south side of the River Barbate you will find a quieter beach with no amenities, just dunes and an open stretch of sand which continues 10km. to Zahara de los Atunes.
Zahara de los Atunes (18 km) A sleepy fishing village in winter which transforms itself into a popular holiday destination for Spaniards with numerous restaurants, beach bars (offering daily flamenco concerts) and boutique shops which open until the early hours.
Playa de los Alemanes (24 km) Settled under the ilex laden Sierra de Plata, this a popular choice of beach on days with an east wind as the bay is protected by the hills behind. It has some seriously impressive architecture lining its hillside. Parking is limited.
Playa del Carmen (15km) Is Barbate´s urban beach with a promenade. You will find all facilities here including car parks, sunbed hire, showers, kayaks, kiosks, restaurants and beach supermarkets. A good option for families as the water is shallower and calmer than other beaches in the area.
Hierbabuena (16km) Between the port of Barbate and La Breña Nature Reserve you will find this completely virgin beach. There is a coastal path to Los Caños de Meca with fantastic views of the coast and Morocco.
El Botero (16km) On the south side of the River Barbate you will find a quieter beach with no amenities, just dunes and an open stretch of sand which continues 10km. to Zahara de los Atunes.
Zahara de los Atunes (18 km) A sleepy fishing village in winter which transforms itself into a popular holiday destination for Spaniards with numerous restaurants, beach bars (offering daily flamenco concerts) and boutique shops which open until the early hours.
Playa de los Alemanes (24 km) Settled under the ilex laden Sierra de Plata, this a popular choice of beach on days with an east wind as the bay is protected by the hills behind. It has some seriously impressive architecture lining its hillside. Parking is limited.
El Cañuelo (24 km) Is not easy to access which means it never gets too crowded. You need to park close to the Camarinal lighthouse, south of Zahara de los Atunes and walk down to this pretty beach with natural surroundings, spectacular vegetation, and crystal-clear water.
Bolonia (28 km) Voted often as Spain’s best beach due to its stunning 4km of fine white sand and vast dune. The water is refreshing and crystal clear with few waves so ideal for snorkelling. The beach enjoys views towards Morocco and of course the famous Roman ruins Baelo Claudia dating back to the 2nd Century BC.
Valdevaqueros (34 km) is known worldwide for kitesurfing, great views and its 38m dune at Punta Paloma. The contrast of white sand, blue skies and colourful kites gives the place a special feel. Excellent choice of surf style beach restaurants.
Los Lances (39 km) The widest and longest beach in Tarifa this is a haven for ornithologists as it is where birds stop to refuel before attempting to migrate across the Straits. In summer the beach is full of kitesurfers in designated areas.
El Cañuelo (24 km) Is not easy to access which means it never gets too crowded. You need to park close to the Camarinal lighthouse, south of Zahara de los Atunes and walk down to this pretty beach with natural surroundings, spectacular vegetation, and crystal-clear water.
Bolonia (28 km) Voted often as Spain’s best beach due to its stunning 4km of fine white sand and vast dune. The water is refreshing and crystal clear with few waves so ideal for snorkelling. The beach enjoys views towards Morocco and of course the famous Roman ruins Baelo Claudia dating back to the 2nd Century BC.
Valdevaqueros (34 km) is known worldwide for kitesurfing, great views and its 38m dune at Punta Paloma. The contrast of white sand, blue skies and colourful kites gives the place a special feel. Excellent choice of surf style beach restaurants.
Los Lances (39 km) The widest and longest beach in Tarifa this is a haven for ornithologists as it is where birds stop to refuel before attempting to migrate across the Straits. In summer the beach is full of kitesurfers in designated areas.
Los Bateles o Playa de Conil (18 km) This popular and busy holiday destination for Spanish tourists is intersected by a river popular with families for the children to play in. The main beach (Los Bateles) is a vast expanse of golden sand, backed by a promenade and numerous fish restaurants. The south end of the beach is popular with surfers and paddle boarders.
La Fontanilla (20km) Continuing north from Conil this is an ideal beach for young families due to its shallow waters. For foodies there are three well known family run restaurants here, renowned for their rice dishes and fresh tuna.
Fuente del Gallo At low tide you can walk from La Fontanilla to this beach which is backed by a steep cliff. It sometimes disappears completely at high tide.
Cala del Aceite (22km) is a large sheltered cove in between Conil and Roche, its crystal clear waters make it ideal for snorkelling. In summer there is a lively beach bar and water sports on offer.
Las Calas de Roche (25 km) These unique sheltered coves are backed by cliffs and accessed via steep steps. There are no facilities here. There is a clifftop path which starts at the Conil lighthouse and finishes at Playa de Roche.
Los Bateles o Playa de Conil (18 km) This popular and busy holiday destination for Spanish tourists is intersected by a river popular with families for the children to play in. The main beach (Los Bateles) is a vast expanse of golden sand, backed by a promenade and numerous fish restaurants. The south end of the beach is popular with surfers and paddle boarders.
La Fontanilla (20km) Continuing north from Conil this is an ideal beach for young families due to its shallow waters. For foodies there are three well known family run restaurants here, renowned for their rice dishes and fresh tuna.
Fuente del Gallo At low tide you can walk from La Fontanilla to this beach which is backed by a steep cliff. It sometimes disappears completely at high tide.
Cala del Aceite (22km) is a large sheltered cove in between Conil and Roche, its crystal clear waters make it ideal for snorkelling. In summer there is a lively beach bar and water sports on offer.
Las Calas de Roche (25 km) These unique sheltered coves are backed by cliffs and accessed via steep steps. There are no facilities here. There is a clifftop path which starts at the Conil lighthouse and finishes at Playa de Roche.
