Cala de Mónsul
Níjar, Almería · Andalucía
Description
One of the most popular and visited beaches in the Cabo de Gata Natural Park, alongside Playa de Los Genoveses, within the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Maritime-Terrestrial Natural Park and Biosphere Reserve.
Cala de Mónsul is a remote beach of sand in Níjar (Almería). The sand is dark.
It measures 300 metres long and 50 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached 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. No 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, Restaurants, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Mónsul?
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 Mónsul?
According to the MITECO registry, Cala de Mónsul is reached by car. There is parking.
Is Cala de Mónsul a good beach for children?
Cala de Mónsul has no children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Cala de Mónsul have a Blue Flag?
No. Cala de Mónsul 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 de la Media Luna | Níjar | 23.3°C | — |
| Calas del Barronal | Níjar | 23.2°C | — |
| Cala Carbón | Níjar | 23.3°C | — |
| Cala Chica | Níjar | 23.2°C | — |
| Cala Príncipe | Níjar | 23.5°C | — |
| Cala de los Amarillos | Níjar | 23.2°C | — |
| Los Genoveses | Níjar | 23.4°C | — |
| Cala Rajá | Níjar | 22.9°C | — |
| Cala Arena | Níjar | 22.9°C | — |
| Ancón de Cabo de Gata | Níjar | 22.9°C | — |
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