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Playa del embalse
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Playa del embalse is located on the San Juan Reservoir and it is in the 3th place out of 6 beaches in the Madrid region 52.3 km away from its center, the city of Madrid. It is one of the beaches of Poblado de San Juan settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, 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 not crowded place during the season.
Playa del embalse coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
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.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Zona de bano del embalse, which has a rating of 7.5.
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Playa del embalse is located in Madrid within Poblado de San Juan, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
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
"I've been to this beach twice and spent the entire day there. I really enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, and the water is great. It's also conveniently located close to Madrid."
Lara Thompson
"This beach is conveniently located near Madrid and offers easy parking near the bathing area.
The beach features both coarse sand and stone sections, as well as natural shaded areas.
Additionally, there is a beach bar located nearby.
Unfortunately, there is a large number of individuals who are rude, uncivil, and disrespectful, making it difficult to fully relax.
Furthermore..."
Sara L. M.
User reviews
"I've been to this beach twice and spent the entire day there. I really enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, and the water is great. It's also conveniently located close to Madrid."
Lara Thompson
"This beach is conveniently located near Madrid and offers easy parking near the bathing area.
The beach features both coarse sand and stone sections, as well as natural shaded areas.
Additionally, there is a beach bar located nearby.
Unfortunately, there is a large number of individuals who are rude, uncivil, and disrespectful, making it difficult to fully relax.
Furthermore..."
Sara L. M.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Poblado de San Juan 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Costa de Madrid 1.6 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- El Paleto De Ávila• 2 min walk
- Restaurante Monaster...• 5 min walk
- Meson La Playa Panta...• 6 min walk
- El Balcón del Alberc...• 7 min walk
Attractions
- Pantano San Juan• 13 min walk
- Lancha del Yelmo• 24 min walk
- Pantano de San Juan• 3.2km
Transport
- MAD• 65.1km
- Smv-Ctra. -Vila• 7.6km
- Estación de tren Rob...• 17.8km
Localities
- Poblado de San Juan• 240m
- Madrid• 52.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa del embalse?
The coastline of Playa del embalse is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Playa del embalse?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa del embalse, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Playa del embalse good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa del embalse 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.
Is the Playa del embalse 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 and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa del embalse secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Playa del embalse is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. 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 del embalse?
The bar is located right on the Playa del embalse.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.El Paleto De Ávila is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa del embalse?
There are 40 places to stay in the Playa del embalse area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa del embalse include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa del embalse from parking?
The Playa del embalse 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 del embalse?
There are 3 attractions near Playa del embalse that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pantano San Juan located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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