Caños de Meca
Barbate, Cádiz · Andalucía
Description
Trafalgar Lighthouse Beach, within the Caños de Meca area, features a wide stretch of golden sand and remarkably clear waters.
Caños de Meca is a semi-urban beach of sand in Barbate (Cádiz). The sand is golden.
It measures 2,700 metres long and 40 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf and windy. It is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at this beach. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Wheelchair access, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental.
No data
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Caños de Meca?
Yes. The MITECO beach registry records a lifeguard service here. Cover is usually seasonal, so check the posted hours when you arrive.
How do you get to Caños de Meca?
According to the MITECO registry, Caños de Meca is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Caños de Meca a good beach for children?
Caños de Meca has no children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Caños de Meca have a Blue Flag?
No. Caños de Meca 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zahora | Barbate | 21.9°C | — |
| Playa Mangueta | Vejer de la Frontera | 21.9°C | — |
| El Palmar | Vejer de la Frontera | 22.0°C | Yes |
| Hierbabuena | Barbate | 21.7°C | — |
| Castilnovo | Conil de la Frontera | 22.1°C | — |
| El Carmen | Barbate | 21.7°C | — |
| Los Bateles | Conil de la Frontera | 21.8°C | Yes |
| La Fontanilla | Conil de la Frontera | 21.8°C | Yes |
| Cañillos | Barbate | 21.4°C | — |
| Fuente del Gallo | Conil de la Frontera | 21.8°C | — |
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