Cala de la Ermita
Santa Pola, Alicante/Alacant · Comunitat Valenciana
Description
Cala de la Ermita is typical of this area—dark sand mixed with rocks, shaped by its exposed position at the tip of Cabo de Santa Pola.
Cala de la Ermita is a remote beach of sand and rock in Santa Pola (Alicante/Alacant). The sand is dark.
It measures 270 metres long and 20 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Cala de la Ermita?
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 Ermita?
According to the MITECO registry, Cala de la Ermita is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Cala de la Ermita a good beach for children?
Cala de la Ermita has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Cala de la Ermita have a Blue Flag?
No. Cala de la Ermita 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caleta dels Gossets | Santa Pola | 26.1°C | — |
| Carabassí | Elche/Elx | 26.2°C | Yes |
| Cala del Cuartel | Santa Pola | 26.1°C | — |
| Bancal de l'Arena | Santa Pola | 26.3°C | — |
| Arenales del Sol | Elche/Elx | 26.1°C | Yes |
| Santa Pola del Este | Santa Pola | 26.2°C | Yes |
| Varadero | Santa Pola | 26.2°C | Yes |
| Calas I-II-III Santiago Bernabeu | Santa Pola | 26.3°C | Yes |
| El Altet | Elche/Elx | 26.2°C | Yes |
| Playa de Levante | Santa Pola | 26.2°C | Yes |
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