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Platja de la Riera
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About
Platja de la Riera is located on the Balearic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 16th place out of 53 beaches in the Barcelona region 35.9 km away from its center, the city of Βαρκελώνη. It is one of the beaches of Caldes d'Estrac settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Platja de la Riera coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. This area has also a water park in the sea with various inflatable toys which constitute excellent activities for parents and children.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Sant Vicenc de Montalt, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Platja de la Riera is located in Barcelona region (Costa Brava sub-region) within Caldes d'Estrac, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach is extremely clean and there are hardly any people around. The water is incredibly clear and transparent."
Xander Ivanov
"The beach is perfect for a family outing, offering a peaceful atmosphere."
Lorena Sanchez
User reviews
"The beach is extremely clean and there are hardly any people around. The water is incredibly clear and transparent."
Xander Ivanov
"The beach is perfect for a family outing, offering a peaceful atmosphere."
Lorena Sanchez
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Guingueta Melé• 2 min walk
- Hotel Colon - Caldet...• 2 min walk
- Samana Bay Scoth Bar• 3 min walk
- Terracita Playa Cald...• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Parc de Can Jalpí• 3.2km
- Lluís Domènech i Mon...• 4.9km
Transport
- GRO• 41.6km
- Les Ànimes - Costa B...• 12 min walk
- Caldes d'Estrac• 4 min walk
Localities
- Caldes d'Estrac• 460m
- Barcelona• 35.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Platja de la Riera?
The coastline of Platja de la Riera is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Platja de la Riera?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Platja de la Riera has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Platja de la Riera good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Platja de la Riera does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Platja de la Riera for swimming is positive.
Is the Platja de la Riera good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is sharp.
Is the Platja de la Riera secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Platja de la Riera?
The bar is located right on the Platja de la Riera.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Guingueta Melé is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Platja de la Riera?
There are 411 places to stay in the Platja de la Riera area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Platja de la Riera include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Platja de la Riera from parking?
The Platja de la Riera has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Platja de la Riera?
There are 2 attractions near Platja de la Riera that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Parc de Can Jalpí located in 3.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Platja de la Riera?
The month with the highest temperature in Platja de la Riera is July. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Platja de la Riera (Barcelona) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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