Cala del Contrabando
Cartagena, Murcia · Murcia, Región de
Description
A small, peaceful urban cove with golden sand and calm waters. No facilities.
Cala del Contrabando is an urban beach of sand and gravel in Cartagena (Murcia). The sand is golden.
It measures 46 metres long and 14 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached easily on foot and by boat. 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
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, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 del Contrabando?
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 del Contrabando?
According to the MITECO registry, Cala del Contrabando is reached easily on foot and by boat. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is Cala del Contrabando a good beach for children?
Cala del Contrabando 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 del Contrabando have a Blue Flag?
No. Cala del Contrabando 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maestro Romero | Cartagena | 25.1°C | — |
| El Corral | Cartagena | 25.3°C | — |
| La Caleta | Cartagena | 25.0°C | — |
| Isla Plana | Cartagena | 25.3°C | Yes |
| El Cabezo del Mojón | Cartagena | 25.0°C | — |
| El Mojón | Mazarrón | 25.1°C | Yes |
| La Raja | Mazarrón | 25.2°C | — |
| La Calera | Cartagena | 25.0°C | — |
| Negra | Mazarrón | 25.2°C | — |
| El Alamillo | Mazarrón | 25.1°C | Yes |
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