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Playa el Corral
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Playa el Corral is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 50th place out of 84 beaches in the Almeria region 52 km away from its center, the city of Almeria. It is one of the beaches of Carboneras settlement, just 3.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright shell sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Playa el Corral 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. Parking is located directly on the beach.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Agua Amarga, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Playa el Corral (Almeria) region (Almería Coast sub-region) is located outside the Carboneras 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 Playa el Corral 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
"Playa el Corral is a great spot for a peaceful day out. There's plenty of parking available, and the water is crystal clear. The golden shell sand adds a special touch to the beach and if you don't mind the industrial landscape, it's definitely worth a visit. I'm from Redcar, so it doesn't bother me at all."
Norman Cresswell
"A vast expanse of open space, with ample parking and easy access. In the summer, it can get quite crowded with surfers and snorkelers, so be sure to come early to grab the best spot."
Peyton Montgomery
User reviews
"Playa el Corral is a great spot for a peaceful day out. There's plenty of parking available, and the water is crystal clear. The golden shell sand adds a special touch to the beach and if you don't mind the industrial landscape, it's definitely worth a visit. I'm from Redcar, so it doesn't bother me at all."
Norman Cresswell
"A vast expanse of open space, with ample parking and easy access. In the summer, it can get quite crowded with surfers and snorkelers, so be sure to come early to grab the best spot."
Peyton Montgomery
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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320m from center
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240m from center
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3.8km
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210m from center
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3.9km
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220m from center
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Chiringuito Rincón d...• 27 min walk
- Chiringuito El Jabeg...• 28 min walk
- Asador La Chumbera• 3km
- LA CAPONATA• 3.1km
Attractions
- Playa de los Muertos• 14 min walk
- Playa de los muertos• 16 min walk
- Faro de la Mesa Rold...• 2.3km
- Cala de la Media Nar...• 3.4km
Transport
- LEI• 43.9km
- Waikiki• 16.4km
- Estación de tren Pul...• 50.4km
Localities
- Carboneras• 3.9km
- Almeria• 52km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa el Corral?
The Playa el Corral is covered with golden shell sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is shelly, which makes it quite convenient.
What are the key activities at Playa el Corral?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa el Corral, 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 Corral good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa el Corral does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Playa el Corral for swimming is positive.
Is the Playa el Corral 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 shell sand and the entrance to the water is sharp.
Is the Playa el Corral 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 Playa el Corral?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa el Corral.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Chiringuito Rincón del Puerto is the closest place located 2100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa el Corral?
There are 182 places to stay in the Playa el Corral area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa el Corral include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa el Corral from parking?
The Playa el Corral 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 el Corral?
There are 4 attractions near Playa el Corral that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa de los Muertos located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa el Corral?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa el Corral 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?
Playa el Corral (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.Playa el Corral (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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