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Sonabia Beach
Playa de Sonabia
Naturist beach
About
Sonabia Beach is located on the Cantabrian Sea and it is in the 2th place out of 49 beaches in the Cantabria region 38.8 km away from its center, the city of Santander. It is one of the beaches of Sonabia settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright 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. Moreover, this beach is popular with naturists.
Sonabia Beach 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.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de San Julian, which has a rating of 8.3.
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Key features
Sonabia Beach (Cantabria) is located outside the Sonabia 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 Sonabia Beach 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
"I went to the nudist beach and enjoyed exploring the cliffs, forests, trails, and coves in the area. The beach is easily accessible but has a steep slope. It was definitely worth the visit, although as a nudist, I didn't take any photos."
Lorena Sanchez Ramirez
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"I went to the nudist beach and enjoyed exploring the cliffs, forests, trails, and coves in the area. The beach is easily accessible but has a steep slope. It was definitely worth the visit, although as a nudist, I didn't take any photos."
Lorena Sanchez Ramirez
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Sonabia Beach?
The coastline of Sonabia Beach 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 Sonabia Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sonabia Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Sonabia 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.
Sonabia Beach 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 Sonabia Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Sonabia Beach 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 Sonabia Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Sonabia Beach 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 beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Sonabia Beach?
Sonabia Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- FKK / Naturists
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sonabia Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sonabia Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Chiringuito PLAYA SONABIA is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Sonabia Beach?
There are 199 places to stay in the Sonabia Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Sonabia Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Sonabia Beach from parking?
The Sonabia Beach 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Sonabia Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Sonabia Beach is August. Its average value reaches 22°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?
Sonabia Beach (Cantabria) 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.Sonabia Beach (Cantabria) 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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