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Sardinero Beach
Playa del Sardinero
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About
Sardinero Beach is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 6th place out of 49 beaches in the Cantabria region 2.5 km away from its center, the city of Santander. It is one of the beaches of Cueto settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal blue water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Sardinero Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Matalenas, which has a rating of 8.3.
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Sardinero Beach is located in Cantabria within Cueto, 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 is absolutely delightful, offering a safe and clean environment for people of all ages and sizes to gather and appreciate the crystal-clear water, refreshing waves, and breathtaking skies. Additionally, there are convenient fresh water showers available, as well as numerous delectable options for ice cream and frozen yogurt."
Sara Denham
"The beach is absolutely beautiful and untouched, perfect for taking a leisurely stroll. It offers parking facilities, but it is also easily accessible by bus."
Lara Caldwell
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely delightful, offering a safe and clean environment for people of all ages and sizes to gather and appreciate the crystal-clear water, refreshing waves, and breathtaking skies. Additionally, there are convenient fresh water showers available, as well as numerous delectable options for ice cream and frozen yogurt."
Sara Denham
"The beach is absolutely beautiful and untouched, perfect for taking a leisurely stroll. It offers parking facilities, but it is also easily accessible by bus."
Lara Caldwell
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What to do in Sardinero Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Sardinero Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante El Serba...• 3 min walk
- Restaurante Chino Ma...• 4 min walk
- Cafetería Orsay• 4 min walk
- Snack Bar El Sardi• 5 min walk
Attractions
- MiPlanHoy• 19 min walk
- Planetario de Santan...• 21 min walk
- Ascensor Río de la P...• 24 min walk
- Plaza de Pombo• 26 min walk
Transport
- SDR• 6.2km
- Santander• 2.7km
- RENFE train station...• 2.8km
Localities
- Cueto• 1.2km
- Santander• 2.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Sardinero Beach?
The Sardinero Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Sardinero Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Sardinero Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Sardinero Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the Sardinero Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Sardinero Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Sardinero Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Sardinero Beach good for families?
Yes, the Sardinero Beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Sardinero Beach 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.
What are the key audiences of Sardinero Beach?
Sardinero Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sardinero Beach?
The bar is located right on the Sardinero Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante El Serbal is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Sardinero Beach?
There are 641 places to stay in the Sardinero Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Sardinero Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Sardinero Beach from parking?
The Sardinero Beach 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 Sardinero Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Sardinero Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are MiPlanHoy located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Sardinero Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Sardinero Beach is August. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Sardinero Beach (Cantabria) 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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