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Playa Faro de Trafalgar
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About
Playa Faro de Trafalgar is located on the Gulf of Cadiz (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 43th place out of 74 beaches in the Cádiz region 44.6 km away from its center, the city of Cadiz. It is one of the beaches of Vejer de la Frontera settlement, just 9.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Playa Faro de Trafalgar coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
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.
To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa canos de meca, which has a rating of 7.8.
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6.4
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Beach overall scores
Playa Faro de Trafalgar (Cádiz) region (Costa de la Luz sub-region) is located outside the Vejer de la Frontera settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"Playa Faro de Trafalgar is simply amazing! The sound of the waves is so soothing and calming. If the weather is calm, swimming is a great way to enjoy the day; if the wind picks up, kite or windsurfing is a great alternative."
Aiden
"It was nothing special. The atmosphere was dull and uninspiring. I'm not sure why I decided to visit, but it certainly won't be my go-to destination in Spain."
Xander
User reviews
"Playa Faro de Trafalgar is simply amazing! The sound of the waves is so soothing and calming. If the weather is calm, swimming is a great way to enjoy the day; if the wind picks up, kite or windsurfing is a great alternative."
Aiden
"It was nothing special. The atmosphere was dull and uninspiring. I'm not sure why I decided to visit, but it certainly won't be my go-to destination in Spain."
Xander
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.8km from center
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1.3km
from the beach
Entire House
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.5km from center
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1.3km
from the beach
Entire House
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.5km from center
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1.4km
from the beach
Entire House
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.4km from center
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1.5km
from the beach
Holiday Park/Caravan Park
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.2km from center
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1.5km
from the beach
Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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9.2km from center
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1.5km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.7km from center
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1.5km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.7km from center
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1.5km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.7km from center
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1.6km
from the beach
Country House
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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9.1km from center
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1.7km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.4km from center
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1.7km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Vejer de la Frontera
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8.3km from center
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What to do in Playa Faro de Trafalgar? 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 Faro de Trafalgar 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
- OHANA• 12 min walk
- Bar restaurante Las...• 12 min walk
- Rapanui Beach Club• 13 min walk
- Bar camping de Trafa...• 13 min walk
Attractions
- Playa del Faro de Tr...• 1 min walk
- Torre Tombolo Trafal...• 4 min walk
- CoastSnap Trafalgar• 4 min walk
- Monument eines Schil...• 4 min walk
Transport
- CDZ• 45.3km
- Apeadero De Autobuse...• 11.5km
- Estación de tren Pel...• 26.3km
Localities
- Vejer de la Frontera• 9.7km
- Cadiz• 44.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Faro de Trafalgar?
The Playa Faro de Trafalgar is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Playa Faro de Trafalgar?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Faro de Trafalgar, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Playa Faro de Trafalgar is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Playa Faro de Trafalgar good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa Faro de Trafalgar 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 Faro de Trafalgar 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 gentle.
Is the Playa Faro de Trafalgar secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Faro de Trafalgar?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Faro de Trafalgar.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.OHANA is the closest place located 900 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa Faro de Trafalgar?
There are 1450 places to stay in the Playa Faro de Trafalgar area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa Faro de Trafalgar include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa Faro de Trafalgar from parking?
The Playa Faro de Trafalgar has no parking spot and you have to walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa Faro de Trafalgar?
There are 4 attractions near Playa Faro de Trafalgar that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa del Faro de Trafalgar located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Faro de Trafalgar?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa Faro de Trafalgar 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 Faro de Trafalgar (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 Faro de Trafalgar (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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