Cala Panizo
Cuevas del Almanzora, Almería · Andalucía
Water temperature: a marine-model estimate for 15 October at 4:00, fetched 15 October at 4:00, not a reading taken at the beach. Source: Open-Meteo. Air, wind and UV: weather-model forecast for the same hour. Source: Open-Meteo. Mainland Spain time. Sources and method
Today's water, compared
None of the 61 beaches within 25 km has water more than 0.5°C warmer than here today (25.4°C).
That is 1.4°C above the average of the 121 beaches in Almería (24.0°C).
Daily means from the Open-Meteo marine model, compared by Playas Cerca.
Description
Cala Panizo sits next to a residential complex called El Portichuelo but has no beach facilities or services.
Cala Panizo is a semi-urban beach of sand and gravel in Cuevas del Almanzora (Almería). The sand is golden.
It measures 750 metres long and 25 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
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, Toilets, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Panizo?
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 Panizo?
According to the MITECO registry, Cala Panizo is reached by car. There is parking.
Is Cala Panizo a good beach for children?
Cala Panizo 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 Panizo have a Blue Flag?
No. Cala Panizo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pozo del Esparto | Cuevas del Almanzora | 25.4°C | — |
| El Calón | Cuevas del Almanzora | 25.4°C | — |
| Cabezo Negro | Cuevas del Almanzora | 25.4°C | — |
| Los Nardos | Pulpí | 25.4°C | Yes |
| La Entrevista | Pulpí | 25.4°C | — |
| Calipso | Pulpí | 25.4°C | Yes |
| Mar Serena | Pulpí | 25.4°C | Yes |
| Embarcadero Viejo | Cuevas del Almanzora | 25.4°C | — |
| Mar Rabiosa | Pulpí | 25.4°C | Yes |
| Cala de la Tía Antonia | Pulpí | 25.4°C | — |
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