Bancal de l'Arena
Santa Pola, Alicante/Alacant · Comunitat Valenciana
Description
On Santa Pola's eastern coast, this beach has the typical dark sand and rocks from its exposed position at Cabo de Santa Pola's tip.
Bancal de l'Arena is a remote beach of sand and rock in Santa Pola (Alicante/Alacant). The sand is dark.
It measures 600 metres long and 20 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
The MITECO registry records no lifeguard service here. That does not rule out seasonal cover by the local council — check the signage when you arrive. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Nudism.
Facilities per the MITECO beach registry. “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty. Always check local signage before swimming.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at Bancal de l'Arena?
Not recorded. The MITECO registry lists no lifeguard here, which in practice means swimming unsupervised. Some councils add cover in July and August without it reaching the registry — the signage at the beach is what counts.
How do you get to Bancal de l'Arena?
According to the MITECO registry, Bancal de l'Arena is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Bancal de l'Arena a good beach for children?
Bancal de l'Arena has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Bancal de l'Arena have a Blue Flag?
No. Bancal de l'Arena is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The Blue Flag certifies services and water quality, not how attractive a beach is — plenty of unflagged coves are excellent.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cala del Cuartel | Santa Pola | 26.6°C | — |
| Caleta dels Gossets | Santa Pola | 26.6°C | — |
| Cala de la Ermita | Santa Pola | 26.5°C | — |
| Santa Pola del Este | Santa Pola | 26.5°C | Yes |
| Varadero | Santa Pola | 26.5°C | Yes |
| Carabassí | Elche/Elx | 26.6°C | Yes |
| Calas I-II-III Santiago Bernabeu | Santa Pola | 26.5°C | Yes |
| Playa de Levante | Santa Pola | 26.6°C | Yes |
| Puerto Viejo (Isla de Tabarca) | Alacant/Alicante | 26.5°C | — |
| Tabarca | Alacant/Alicante | 26.4°C | Yes |
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