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Playa de Mundaka
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Playa de Mundaka is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 14th place out of 18 beaches in the Biscay region 10.2 km away from its center, the city of Guernica. It is one of the beaches of Mundaka settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
It is a small bay with crystal blue water and brown 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Playa de Mundaka coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
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.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Laga, which has a rating of 8.4.
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Playa de Mundaka is located in Biscay within Mundaka, 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
"That place is the perfect spot to kick back and relax. Taking a stroll in the morning is a great way to start the day. It was delightful to observe the fishermen hauling in their catches from the surrounding rocks, and the boats sailing off into the horizon."
Melvin
"A surfer's paradise. You can also take a dip in the water, but it's nothing to write home about."
Mateo Zabala
User reviews
"That place is the perfect spot to kick back and relax. Taking a stroll in the morning is a great way to start the day. It was delightful to observe the fishermen hauling in their catches from the surrounding rocks, and the boats sailing off into the horizon."
Melvin
"A surfer's paradise. You can also take a dip in the water, but it's nothing to write home about."
Mateo Zabala
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante la Fonda...• 5 min walk
- Nuevo Casino Mundaka• 5 min walk
- Restaurante Bodegón• 5 min walk
- Mundaka Hostel & Spo...• 8 min walk
Attractions
- Mirador Urdaibai• 16 min walk
- Azalene hondartza• 27 min walk
Transport
- BIO• 20.6km
- Urizar (Pilotalekua/...• 16.5km
- Mundaka• 7 min walk
Localities
- Mundaka• 400m
- Guernica• 10.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de Mundaka?
The coastline of Playa de Mundaka is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. 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 de Mundaka?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa de Mundaka, 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 Mundaka good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa de Mundaka is fully protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Playa de Mundaka for swimming is very positive.
Is the Playa de Mundaka 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 Playa de Mundaka 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 de Mundaka?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa de Mundaka.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante la Fonda de Mundaka is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de Mundaka?
There are 238 places to stay in the Playa de Mundaka area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de Mundaka include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa de Mundaka from parking?
The Playa de Mundaka 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 de Mundaka?
There are 2 attractions near Playa de Mundaka that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mirador Urdaibai located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de Mundaka?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa de Mundaka is August. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa de Mundaka (Biscay) 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 Mundaka (Biscay) 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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