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Playa de San Juan
Playa de Ricasa
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Playa de Ricasa is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 144th place out of 197 beaches in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife region 42.6 km away from its center, the city of Santa Ursula. It is one of the beaches of Pasos Largos settlement, just 2.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a tiny bay with blue water and gray sand & pebble cover, 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.
Playa de Ricasa 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.
To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Abama, which has a rating of 8.6.
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Playa de Ricasa (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) is located outside the Pasos Largos 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 coast of the Tenerife 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 de Ricasa 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
"This beach is located at the end of the Abama straight and in the Erques ravine. Unfortunately, access has been restricted due to construction in the area. It is a small cove with "callaos" (rounded stones) and is a bit of a mess, with little depth and murky water. Swimming is not recommended due to the threat of tidal waves. There are no lifeguards or safety personnel prese..."
Sarina
"This location is a great spot to unwind and soak up the sun. It's a beautiful location and not too busy, making it the perfect spot to relax."
Eugenijus Zablockis
User reviews
"This beach is located at the end of the Abama straight and in the Erques ravine. Unfortunately, access has been restricted due to construction in the area. It is a small cove with "callaos" (rounded stones) and is a bit of a mess, with little depth and murky water. Swimming is not recommended due to the threat of tidal waves. There are no lifeguards or safety personnel prese..."
Sarina
"This location is a great spot to unwind and soak up the sun. It's a beautiful location and not too busy, making it the perfect spot to relax."
Eugenijus Zablockis
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de Ricasa?
Playa de Ricasa has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Playa de Ricasa?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa de Ricasa, 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 de Ricasa good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa de Ricasa does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa de Ricasa 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa de Ricasa secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de Ricasa?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa de Ricasa.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante El Mirador is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de Ricasa?
There are 4131 places to stay in the Playa de Ricasa area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de Ricasa include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa de Ricasa from parking?
The Playa de Ricasa has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa de Ricasa?
There are 2 attractions near Playa de Ricasa that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Vila flor located in 3.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de Ricasa?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa de Ricasa is September. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 19°C and water 20°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa de Ricasa (Tenerife) 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 de Ricasa (Tenerife) 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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