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Playa Isla Cristina
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About
Playa Isla Cristina is located on the Gulf of Cadiz (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 1th place out of 21 beaches in the Huelva region 31.9 km away from its center, the city of Huelva. It is one of the beaches of Isla Cristina settlement, just 2.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with green water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Playa Isla Cristina coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de la Gaviota, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Playa Isla Cristina is located in Huelva region (Costa de la Luz sub-region) within Isla Cristina, 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
"That place was great! I had a wonderful time and would love to go back again. The sand was a beautiful golden color, making it even more enjoyable."
Karol Giera
"The beach in the south of Huelva has a large expanse of sand, and is conveniently served by bars and restaurants along the shore. It's easy to access and there is ample parking available, making it an ideal spot for a day at the beach."
Aiden
User reviews
"That place was great! I had a wonderful time and would love to go back again. The sand was a beautiful golden color, making it even more enjoyable."
Karol Giera
"The beach in the south of Huelva has a large expanse of sand, and is conveniently served by bars and restaurants along the shore. It's easy to access and there is ample parking available, making it an ideal spot for a day at the beach."
Aiden
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Manta Rota 0.4 km
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Isla Cristina 2.8 km
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Isla Cristina 1.5 km
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Isla del Moral 1.7 km
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Isla Canela 0.4 km
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Isla Canela 0.8 km
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El Terron 2.1 km
What to do in Playa Isla Cristina? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Playa Isla Cristina welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Chiringuito La Gola...• 12 min walk
- Bar Paremío• 17 min walk
- Calypso Gelato Bar• 17 min walk
- Pizzería Stromboli• 18 min walk
Attractions
- PLAYA DEL CAMPING• 1 min walk
- PLAYA PARQUE LITORAL• 20 min walk
- Parada tren turístic...• 24 min walk
- Fuente luminosa de I...• 26 min walk
Transport
- HEV• 31.7km
- Ayamonte Bus Station• 9km
- Vila Real de Santo A...• 10.8km
Localities
- Isla Cristina• 2.2km
- Huelva• 31.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Isla Cristina?
The Playa Isla Cristina is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water near the beach is blue-green. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Playa Isla Cristina?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa Isla Cristina has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Playa Isla Cristina is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Playa Isla Cristina good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Playa Isla Cristina does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
Is the Playa Isla Cristina 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa Isla Cristina 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.
What are the key audiences of Playa Isla Cristina?
Playa Isla Cristina can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Isla Cristina?
The bar is located right on the Playa Isla Cristina.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Chiringuito La Gola Playa is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa Isla Cristina?
There are 727 places to stay in the Playa Isla Cristina area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa Isla Cristina include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa Isla Cristina from parking?
The Playa Isla Cristina has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa Isla Cristina?
There are 4 attractions near Playa Isla Cristina that are popular with travelers. The nearest are PLAYA DEL CAMPING located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Isla Cristina?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa Isla Cristina is August. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa Isla Cristina (Huelva) 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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