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Playa de la Puntilla
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Playa de la Puntilla is located on the Gulf of Cadiz (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 41th place out of 74 beaches in the Cádiz region 7.7 km away from its center, the city of Cadiz. It is one of the beaches of El Puerto de Santa Maria settlement, just 1.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious bay with green water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Playa de la Puntilla coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, showers, toilets. .
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 easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Valdelagrana, which has a rating of 7.8.
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+22
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Playa de la Puntilla is located in Cádiz region (Costa de la Luz sub-region) within El Puerto de Santa Maria, 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
"Amazing! There's plenty of space for everyone, and the parking is free and easy to access. It's even better because it's only frequented by locals. The water is incredibly warm and inviting. There aren't many restaurants around, but that's okay. All in all, it's an incredible beach with easy access."
Cedric Fenton
"The perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. The sand is soft and inviting, stretching out for a whopping 200 meters. The water is crystal clear and calm, perfect for a leisurely swim. And with a gentle slope, it's ideal for families with young children. So, come on down and enjoy the sun and sand!"
Cristian Ionuț
User reviews
"Amazing! There's plenty of space for everyone, and the parking is free and easy to access. It's even better because it's only frequented by locals. The water is incredibly warm and inviting. There aren't many restaurants around, but that's okay. All in all, it's an incredible beach with easy access."
Cedric Fenton
"The perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. The sand is soft and inviting, stretching out for a whopping 200 meters. The water is crystal clear and calm, perfect for a leisurely swim. And with a gentle slope, it's ideal for families with young children. So, come on down and enjoy the sun and sand!"
Cristian Ionuț
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Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.
12 accomodations nearby
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Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
El Puerto de Santa Maria
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8.4km from center
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7.3km
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Entire House
Located at nearest locality
El Puerto de Santa Maria
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8.6km from center
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7.4km
from the beach
Entire House
Located at nearest locality
El Puerto de Santa Maria
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8.6km from center
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7.5km
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Homestay
Located at nearest locality
El Puerto de Santa Maria
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8.7km from center
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7.6km
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Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
El Puerto de Santa Maria
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8.8km from center
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8.3km
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Entire House
Located at nearest locality
El Puerto de Santa Maria
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9.6km from center
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8.4km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
El Puerto de Santa Maria
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9.6km from center
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Conil de la Frontera 4.6 km
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El Puerto de Santa Maria 3.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
El Puerto de Santa Maria 4.5 km
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El Puerto de Santa Maria 3.4 km
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El Puerto de Santa Maria 4.4 km
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Cadiz 1 km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de la Puntilla?
The Playa de la Puntilla 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 de la Puntilla?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa de la Puntilla, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Playa de la Puntilla good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa de la Puntilla 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.
So the overall recommendation of the Playa de la Puntilla for swimming is positive.
Is the Playa de la Puntilla good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Playa de la Puntilla 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 Playa de la Puntilla?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa de la Puntilla.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Phi Phi Beach is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de la Puntilla?
There are 1889 places to stay in the Playa de la Puntilla area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de la Puntilla include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa de la Puntilla from parking?
The Playa de la Puntilla 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 Playa de la Puntilla?
There are 1 attractions near Playa de la Puntilla that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Paco Loco Estudio located in 4.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de la Puntilla?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa de la Puntilla is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa de la Puntilla (Cadiz) 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.Playa de la Puntilla (Cadiz) 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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