Cala de la Barra Grande
Altea, Alicante/Alacant · Comunitat Valenciana
Description
At Altea's southern edge near Mascarat point and Sierra de Bernia, Cala de La Barra Grande marks the last beach of Altea, with La Solsida and Mascarat beaches completing the area.
Cala de la Barra Grande is a remote beach of pebbles and rock in Altea (Alicante/Alacant).
It measures 50 metres long and 7 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached on foot, with difficulty. No parking is recorded.
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. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants.
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Cala de la Barra Grande?
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 Cala de la Barra Grande?
According to the MITECO registry, Cala de la Barra Grande is reached on foot, with difficulty. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is Cala de la Barra Grande a good beach for children?
Cala de la Barra Grande has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Cala de la Barra Grande have a Blue Flag?
No. Cala de la Barra Grande 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mascarat Norte | Altea | 25.9°C | — |
| Cala El Collao | Calp | 25.9°C | — |
| Mascarat Sur | Altea | 26.0°C | — |
| Solsida | Altea | 25.9°C | — |
| Cala Gasparet | Calp | 25.9°C | — |
| Cala Les Urques | Calp | 25.9°C | — |
| Puerto Blanco | Calp | 25.9°C | — |
| Cala La Manzanera | Calp | 25.9°C | — |
| La Olla | Altea | 25.9°C | — |
| El Soyo | Altea | 25.9°C | — |
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