The beaches of Valencia are considered to be among the best in Spain, and many are deservedly awarded the “Blue Flag” award for cleanliness and convenience. Every year tourists from all over the world rest here, the reason for this is excellent infrastructure, affordable prices (relative to the whole of Spain). The coastline is designed for beach relaxation, here you can easily find noisy places where parties are regularly held and life is bustling even at night, as well as calm and quiet places for families.
Useful to know! Almost all the beaches of Valencia are distinguished by a comfortable, gentle entrance to the water, which is why the region is included in the list of the best for family travel with children.
General information
The best beaches of Valencia are located in the city limits, they stretch one after another. The coastline is spacious and wide, information stands are installed at the entrance, where a list of services is presented, an overview scheme of equipped recreation areas, and conditions for renting beach equipment.
The territory of the beaches of Valencia is divided into two parts by the port. In the north – there are always a lot of tourists, noisy, crowded, but in the south it is quite easy to find quiet corners.
The beach season opens in mid-spring, but you can swim from June, when the sea warms up enough (up to +22 degrees) and until the beginning of October. The duration of the beach season depends on the temperature regime, as a rule, in early autumn the water temperature is +25 degrees. But those who like to take a sun bath are waiting for more than 300 clear and sunny days every year.
Most tourists come to Valencia for beach relaxation for three or even four weeks, as the prices here are not as high as in other, more popular resorts. On the shore there are medical posts, convenient fountains with drinking water, showers, rescuers are working.
A tip! A sun lounger and umbrella cost about 15 EUR, if you want to save money, buy a small mat at the entrance to the beach, its price is only 3 EUR.
Best beaches
Many urban beaches, as well as in the suburbs, can be classified as the best, we made an overview of the most visited. Complete our trip with photos of the beaches of Valencia.
La Malvarossa
Perhaps it is Malvarossa that Valencians call the best. Distinctive features:
- clean beach and water;
- the area for recreation with children is fenced;
- equipped with a playground with attractions;
- there is a place for people with reduced mobility to relax.
Interesting fact! Previously, representatives of the nobility liked to relax here, and Hemingway rested in the restaurants of Malvarossa.
Nearby there was a factory where mallow was processed for perfume companies, which is why it is called Malvarossa.
Getting there is not difficult:
- bus #32, stop “Pavia – Platja de la Malvarossa”;
- tram number 4 or 6, stop “Evgenia Vines”.
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El Cabañal
An old fishing village, which is characterized by picturesque landscapes. The map shows that El Cabanyal is a continuation of Malvarossa. If you head south, you will not notice how you will cross the border between the two beaches. This part of the coast is also one of the best beaches in Valencia, with showers, cabins where you can change clothes, umbrellas and sun beds. The coastline is 1.2 km long and 200 m wide. Families come here to relax, because there is a well-developed infrastructure, soft, fine sand, various entertainment options and restaurants serving delicious paella.
Useful to know! Despite the fact that El Cabanyal is located near the port, the sea and coast are well-groomed and clean.
If the purpose of your trip is entertainment (including night entertainment), visiting bars and restaurants, El Cabanyal is the best choice.
Playa de Pinedo
Located south of the port, length – 3 km, width – 40 m. On the shore it is pleasant to lie on fine sand, there are no waves on the sea, because in the north the beach is fenced off by the port. Fans of sailing and water skiing come here. Playa de Pinedo is a place for lovers of peace and quiet, there are not so many restaurants and bars as in the northern part. The beach is ideal for people with reduced mobility. It is also the best place for lovers of fishing.
Nearby, a beautiful embankment has recently been built, where you can ride a bicycle, eat in a restaurant or cafe.
There is a bus route No. 14 or 15 to the shore, stop “Rotonda Carretera Montanyars-Pinedo”.
Playa el Saler
Located in the picturesque Albufera Park. A distinctive feature of El Saler is the picturesque combination of dunes and pine groves. That is why the beach is considered not only one of the best, but also the most beautiful in the region. Trees and dunes serve as a natural protection of the beach from the wind, but in the summer months there is a slight wind on the sea, at this time fans of kitesurfing and windsurfing come here. In summer, it is not recommended to choose the beach for a family holiday because of the rather strong waves.
The beach is equipped no worse than other places of rest in Valencia, there is a rental of beach equipment, medical care, rescuers work. If you like peace and quiet, pay attention to El Saler, because it is located in the suburbs of Valencia, not every tourist comes here.
Important! The sand on the shore is quite large, there are a lot of shells, there are stones. The approach to the sea is sharp, already not far from the shore it becomes deep.
You can get to the beach by bus route No. 107, stop “El Saler”.
There are different ways to get to the beach:
- by car, the journey takes about 25 minutes (each hotel has a map);
- take bus route 25.
Playa de L’Arbre del Gos
The beach is located within the city limits, namely in the south direction from Playa Pineda, the length is 2.6 km. According to tourists, Valencia’s Playa de L’Arbre del Gos beach is the best for lovers of silence, where you can swim in the clear sea and get away from the tourist crowds. Guidebooks do not often indicate this beach, but, nevertheless, here you will find everything you need for a comfortable stay – showers and just taps to wash the sand off your feet, a first aid station.
Useful to know! There are no cafes, bars, or restaurants on the beach, but their shortage is compensated by a well-equipped bike path. If you have rented a bike and prefer an active holiday, Playa de L’Arbre del Gos is the perfect choice.
In addition, near the beach there is a Parking lot, a public transport stop, respectively, you can get here by rented car or bus.
Playa de La Garrofera
This Valencia beach is also located in the Albufera Park. In the northern part is De La Garrofera, the official nudist beach. The total length of the beach is 1.5 km, respectively, not only those who like to sunbathe and swim topless can relax here. The main thing is to remember this feature of the beach, do not choose it for traveling with children.
The beach is well-groomed, looks secluded, almost always deserted. On the shore there are cabins where you can change clothes, showers.
Playa La Devesa
The wildest beach in Valencia, however, this does not prevent it from being included in the list of the best, because it is located in the Albufera Park. Only the most daring tourists decide to get here, the most convenient way is by renting a car.
The coastline is 35 m wide and about 5 km long. On the shore there are several taps for rinsing your feet from the sand. If you are looking for a quiet place in Valencia to enjoy the tranquility, nature and sea, La Devesa beach is the best choice.
Playa El Recatí
Located in Valencia’s Perellonet district. Since the beach is urban, it is crowded, but at the same time clean, well-groomed, on the shore there is all the necessary infrastructure.
Buses run to the beach, the route runs along the entire coast in this part of Valencia, the stop is located near the beach.
The beaches of Valencia will be a pleasant addition to exciting excursions, shopping for tourists who are planning a train to Spain for the first time, and for experienced travelers-this is a must-see holiday destination. The Mediterranean beauty of the Valencian coast is also suitable for a quiet, measured family holiday, as well as a fun holiday with friends.
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