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Playas El Negratin
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Playas El Negratin is located on the Negratín Reservoir and it is in the 13th place out of 33 beaches in the Granada region 80.4 km away from its center, the city of Granada. It is one of the beaches of Zujar settlement, just 5.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, 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.
Playas El Negratin coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, sun umbrellas. .
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.
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Playas El Negratin (Granada) is located outside the Zujar 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 Playas El Negratin 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
"Beautiful lake with sandy / stony beach giving safe access for swimming. Car park rough stone but useable Litter bins but no other services. Very quite and peaceful when we visited. On the approach island Playa to the left, Naturalist plays to the right."
Tim Oakes
"Beautiful lake and beach, actually a man made reservoir, but gorgeous views, and calm turquoise water more beautiful than many coastal beaches around the world.
Enough parking for many 20-30 cars but usually quiet anyway.
It is a pebble beach, but if you live or are on holiday locally you can maybe take plastic chairs etc in your car like we do.
Free to access, there is a..."
Rickious Productions
User reviews
"Beautiful lake with sandy / stony beach giving safe access for swimming. Car park rough stone but useable Litter bins but no other services. Very quite and peaceful when we visited. On the approach island Playa to the left, Naturalist plays to the right."
Tim Oakes
"Beautiful lake and beach, actually a man made reservoir, but gorgeous views, and calm turquoise water more beautiful than many coastal beaches around the world.
Enough parking for many 20-30 cars but usually quiet anyway.
It is a pebble beach, but if you live or are on holiday locally you can maybe take plastic chairs etc in your car like we do.
Free to access, there is a..."
Rickious Productions
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Beach surroundings
Transport
- LEI• 93km
- Albox• 66.7km
- Fiñana• 44.8km
Localities
- Zujar• 5.3km
- Granada• 80.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playas El Negratin?
Playas El Negratin has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. 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 Playas El Negratin?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Playas El Negratin 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.
Playas El Negratin does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Playas El Negratin for swimming is positive.
Is the Playas El Negratin good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Playas El Negratin secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Playas El Negratin is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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 Playas El Negratin?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playas El Negratin.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playas El Negratin?
There are 12 places to stay in the Playas El Negratin area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playas El Negratin include:
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How far is the Playas El Negratin from parking?
The Playas El Negratin 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playas El Negratin?
The month with the highest temperature in Playas El Negratin is July. Its average value reaches 35°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 5°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playas El Negratin (Granada) 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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