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Platja de les Barques
About
Platja de les Barques is located on the Balearic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 48th place out of 53 beaches in the Barcelona region 44.5 km away from its center, the city of Barcelona. It is one of the beaches of Sant Pol de Mar settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay 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 les Barques coast is free for all. .
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.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Platja dels Gossos, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Beach overall scores
Platja de les Barques is located in Barcelona region (Costa Brava sub-region) within Sant Pol de Mar, 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
"This spot is a great for those who don't have time to spare. Just a short stroll from the train station, you'll find yourself in a much bigger beach area, perfect for a relaxing day. The city is full of charming restaurants and cafes, so you can take a break and grab a bite to eat or a refreshing drink. It's a great spot for a mini-vacation!"
Theresa
"This location is incredibly convenient and easy to access, being located just steps away from the train station. It's the perfect spot for a quick getaway or a leisurely day spent soaking up the sun and enjoying the sound of the waves. Whether you're looking for a few hours of relaxation or a full day of fun, this beach is the perfect spot."
Christabelle Chevalier
User reviews
"This spot is a great for those who don't have time to spare. Just a short stroll from the train station, you'll find yourself in a much bigger beach area, perfect for a relaxing day. The city is full of charming restaurants and cafes, so you can take a break and grab a bite to eat or a refreshing drink. It's a great spot for a mini-vacation!"
Theresa
"This location is incredibly convenient and easy to access, being located just steps away from the train station. It's the perfect spot for a quick getaway or a leisurely day spent soaking up the sun and enjoying the sound of the waves. Whether you're looking for a few hours of relaxation or a full day of fun, this beach is the perfect spot."
Christabelle Chevalier
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Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.
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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
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Lloret de Mar 1.5 km
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Urbanitzacio Giverola 0.3 km
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Urbanitzacio Giverola 0.2 km
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Sant Pol de Mar 0.4 km
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Sant Pol de Mar 1.5 km
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Calella 1.3 km
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Canet de Mar 0.8 km
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Pineda de Mar 1.9 km
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Pineda de Mar 0.8 km
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Santa Susanna 1.6 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant Terrassa...• 2 min walk
- Cuina Sant Pau• 2 min walk
- Tierra del Fuego Bar...• 2.5km
- Bahari Club• 2.6km
Attractions
- Les Torretes• 22 min walk
- La llopa• 2.8km
- El Pi Gros (Mural)• 3km
- Casa de los Cactus• 3km
Transport
- GRO• 35.2km
- Ctra. N-II - Pl. St....• 5 min walk
- Sant Pol de Mar• 2 min walk
Localities
- Sant Pol de Mar• 270m
- Barcelona• 44.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Platja de les Barques?
The coastline of Platja de les Barques 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 les Barques?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Platja de les Barques, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Platja de les Barques 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 les Barques 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 les Barques for swimming is positive.
Is the Platja de les Barques good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is sharp.
Is the Platja de les Barques 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 les Barques?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Platja de les Barques.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurant Terrassa Voramar is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Platja de les Barques?
There are 715 places to stay in the Platja de les Barques area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Platja de les Barques include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Platja de les Barques from parking?
The Platja de les Barques has no parking spot.
Are there any attractions nearby Platja de les Barques?
There are 4 attractions near Platja de les Barques that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Les Torretes located in 1.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Platja de les Barques?
The month with the highest temperature in Platja de les Barques 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 les Barques (Barcelona) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Platja de les Barques (Barcelona) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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