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Nerja
Playa el Chorrillo
About
Playa el Chorrillo 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 49 km away from its center, the city of Malaga. It is one of the beaches of Nerja settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with crystal blue water and gray 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 el Chorrillo 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.
12 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Burriana, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Beach overall scores
Playa el Chorrillo is located in Malaga region (Costa del Sol sub-region) within Nerja, 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
"Playa El Chorrillo is the ultimate challenge for the brave and the bold. If you're looking for a beach experience that will truly test your mettle, this is the place to be. With its three small coves surrounded by high rocks, getting to Playa El Chorrillo is no easy feat. You'll have to brave the tide and climb over and through some rocks from Calahonda Beach, located next t..."
Sarah-Anne
"This secluded beach is located near the Nerja coastline and is a popular spot for visitors. It's small size makes it perfect for laying out towels and taking a dip in the ocean. There is a lifeguard on duty, as well as public showers to rinse off the saltwater. For those who wish to drive, parking is available nearby for 1.80 euros per hour. There is also a kiosk nearby for ..."
Finn Järvinen
User reviews
"Playa El Chorrillo is the ultimate challenge for the brave and the bold. If you're looking for a beach experience that will truly test your mettle, this is the place to be. With its three small coves surrounded by high rocks, getting to Playa El Chorrillo is no easy feat. You'll have to brave the tide and climb over and through some rocks from Calahonda Beach, located next t..."
Sarah-Anne
"This secluded beach is located near the Nerja coastline and is a popular spot for visitors. It's small size makes it perfect for laying out towels and taking a dip in the ocean. There is a lifeguard on duty, as well as public showers to rinse off the saltwater. For those who wish to drive, parking is available nearby for 1.80 euros per hour. There is also a kiosk nearby for ..."
Finn Järvinen
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante Benitez• 2 min walk
- Casa Jardin• 3 min walk
- Bar El Pulguilla• 3 min walk
- Rucula• 4 min walk
Attractions
- Playa del Carabeo• 2 min walk
- Life Adventure Jeep...• 6 min walk
- Playa Burriana• 11 min walk
- Barco de chanquete "...• 11 min walk
Transport
- GRX• 49.9km
- transfer bus nerja• 7 min walk
- Málaga-Centro-Alamed...• 49.5km
Localities
- Nerja• 550m
- Malaga• 49km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa el Chorrillo?
The coastline of Playa el Chorrillo is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Playa el Chorrillo?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa el Chorrillo, 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 el Chorrillo good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa el Chorrillo does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa el Chorrillo 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 gentle.
Is the Playa el Chorrillo 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 el Chorrillo?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa el Chorrillo.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Benitez is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa el Chorrillo?
There are 3266 places to stay in the Playa el Chorrillo area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa el Chorrillo include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa el Chorrillo from parking?
The Playa el Chorrillo has no parking spot.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa el Chorrillo?
There are 4 attractions near Playa el Chorrillo that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa del Carabeo located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa el Chorrillo?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa el Chorrillo is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa el Chorrillo (Malaga) 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 el Chorrillo (Malaga) 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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