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Cala Raja
Cala Rajá
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Cala Raja is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 24th place out of 84 beaches in the Almeria region 28.6 km away from its center, the city of Almeria. It is one of the beaches of La Fabriquilla settlement, just 3.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a small bay with blue water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear 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.
Cala Raja coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
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.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cala de la Media Luna, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Cala Raja (Almeria) region (Almería Coast sub-region) is located outside the La Fabriquilla 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 and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Cala Raja with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., 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
"A real gem, but you'd better bring your hiking shoes - the path is quite a challenge! Once you get there, you'll be rewarded with a stunning view - but watch out for the flies! All in all, definitely worth the effort - 4 stars!"
Miguel Peralta
"Really lovely, with beautiful water. It can be a bit tricky to get there, but with a bit of exploration, it's possible even with kids in tow. It's a good idea to wear shoes as the first few metres of the shore are rocky, with sand beginning afterwards."
Zuzana Frantiskova
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"A real gem, but you'd better bring your hiking shoes - the path is quite a challenge! Once you get there, you'll be rewarded with a stunning view - but watch out for the flies! All in all, definitely worth the effort - 4 stars!"
Miguel Peralta
"Really lovely, with beautiful water. It can be a bit tricky to get there, but with a bit of exploration, it's possible even with kids in tow. It's a good idea to wear shoes as the first few metres of the shore are rocky, with sand beginning afterwards."
Zuzana Frantiskova
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Average rating of nearest beaches is 6 (Pleasant)
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San Pedro 0 km
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La Joya 2.6 km
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Carboneras 4.7 km
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La Fabriquilla 5 km
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La Ermita 1.6 km
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La Joya 3 km
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Roquetas de Mar 0.8 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante El Faro• 18 min walk
- Cabo de Gata• 18 min walk
- La Estrella• 3km
- El Aljibe• 3.1km
Attractions
- Domo volcanico de la...• 9 min walk
- Cueva Vela Blanca• 10 min walk
- Cala de los Gigantes• 11 min walk
- Cala de Las Sirenas• 14 min walk
Transport
- LEI• 21.7km
- Salinas (Almeria)• 4.1km
- Estación de tren Alm...• 27.8km
Localities
- La Fabriquilla• 3.1km
- Almeria• 28.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Cala Raja?
The coastline of Cala Raja is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Cala Raja?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Cala Raja, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Cala Raja good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Cala Raja does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Cala Raja for swimming is positive.
Is the Cala Raja 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Cala Raja secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. 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 Cala Raja?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Cala Raja.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante El Faro is the closest place located 1400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Cala Raja?
There are 203 places to stay in the Cala Raja area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Cala Raja include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Cala Raja from parking?
The Cala Raja has no parking spot.
Are there any attractions nearby Cala Raja?
There are 4 attractions near Cala Raja that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Domo volcanico de la Vela Blanca located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Cala Raja?
The month with the highest temperature in Cala Raja is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 25°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?
Cala Raja (Almeria) 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.Cala Raja (Almeria) 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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