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Playa del Cristo
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Playa del Cristo is located on the Alboran Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 9th place out of 92 beaches in the Malaga region 74.6 km away from its center, the city of Malaga. It is one of the beaches of Trocha de Guadalobon settlement, just 1.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with and bright 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 del Cristo coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
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.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de la Rada, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Playa del Cristo is located in Malaga region (Costa del Sol sub-region) within Trocha de Guadalobon, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
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 at the West end of town is a great spot for families and those looking for a safe swim. It's clean and there are two beach bars/restaurants with sunbeds and parasols for rent. It's a popular spot for the locals to hang out in the evening, and the atmosphere leading up to sunset is amazing."
Nigel Smith
"This location is a real gem. It's spotless, with great amenities and the water is shallow for a long stretch, which is not typical for the region. The temperature here is higher than other nearby beaches. The views of the coast are stunning - on a clear day you can make out Gibraltar and Morroco. Access isn't easy as it's somewhat tucked away, but it's worth the effort."
Adam Woods
User reviews
"The beach at the West end of town is a great spot for families and those looking for a safe swim. It's clean and there are two beach bars/restaurants with sunbeds and parasols for rent. It's a popular spot for the locals to hang out in the evening, and the atmosphere leading up to sunset is amazing."
Nigel Smith
"This location is a real gem. It's spotless, with great amenities and the water is shallow for a long stretch, which is not typical for the region. The temperature here is higher than other nearby beaches. The views of the coast are stunning - on a clear day you can make out Gibraltar and Morroco. Access isn't easy as it's somewhat tucked away, but it's worth the effort."
Adam Woods
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Located at nearest locality
Trocha de Guadalobon
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2km from center
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180m
from the beach
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Located at nearest locality
Trocha de Guadalobon
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1.9km from center
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180m
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Trocha de Guadalobon
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2km from center
Booking.com
180m
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Trocha de Guadalobon
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2km from center
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220m
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Trocha de Guadalobon
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1.7km from center
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Booking.com
240m
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Trocha de Guadalobon
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2km from center
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Restaurants
- Restaurante Havana B...• 1 min walk
- Bar Babylon• 6 min walk
- PAN EN TU CASA• 7 min walk
- Healy's Irish Bar &...• 7 min walk
Attractions
- Mirador de la Playa...• 2 min walk
- Homenaje a la Policí...• 6 min walk
- Rotonda del Reloj• 8 min walk
- Plaza de Toros de Es...• 9 min walk
Transport
- GIB• 33.8km
- Antigua Terminal• 21 min walk
- Estación de tren San...• 23.6km
Localities
- Trocha de Guadalobon• 1.8km
- Malaga• 74.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa del Cristo?
The coastline of Playa del Cristo is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Playa del Cristo?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa del Cristo has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Playa del Cristo good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa del Cristo does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa del Cristo 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 gentle.
Is the Playa del Cristo secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. 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 del Cristo?
The bar is located right on the Playa del Cristo.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Havana Beach Bar-Chiringuito is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa del Cristo?
There are 2383 places to stay in the Playa del Cristo area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa del Cristo from parking?
The Playa del Cristo 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 del Cristo?
There are 4 attractions near Playa del Cristo that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mirador de la Playa del Cristo located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa del Cristo?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa del Cristo is August. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°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 del Cristo (Malaga) 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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