Cantarriján
Almuñécar, Granada · Andalucía
Description
Located in the Maro Cerro Gordo Natural Area, this small beach is fairly busy despite tricky access. It has some basic services.
Cantarriján is a remote beach of sand and gravel in Almuñécar (Granada). The sand is dark.
It measures 380 metres long and 43 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached on foot, with difficulty, by car and by boat. 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, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Children's area, Sports area, Diving.
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Cantarriján?
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 Cantarriján?
According to the MITECO registry, Cantarriján is reached on foot, with difficulty, by car and by boat. There is parking.
Is Cantarriján a good beach for children?
Cantarriján 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 Cantarriján have a Blue Flag?
No. Cantarriján 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calaíza | Almuñécar | 23.0°C | — |
| Playa del Marqués | Nerja | 23.5°C | — |
| Cala de la Torre del Pino | Nerja | 23.5°C | — |
| Las Alberquillas | Nerja | 23.2°C | — |
| La Herradura | Almuñécar | 23.3°C | — |
| Torre de la Miel | Nerja | 23.1°C | — |
| Molino de Papel | Nerja | 23.8°C | — |
| Los Berengueles | Almuñécar | 23.0°C | — |
| El Muerto | Almuñécar | 23.3°C | — |
| Cotobro | Almuñécar | 23.1°C | — |
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