El Arenal
Cartagena, Murcia · Murcia, Región de
Description
A quiet Mar Menor beach with calm waters and few visitors. Gently sloping with warm waters.
El Arenal is an urban beach of sand in Cartagena (Murcia). The sand is dark.
It measures 200 metres long and 20 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached easily on foot, by car and by boat. 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, Showers, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 El Arenal?
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 El Arenal?
According to the MITECO registry, El Arenal is reached easily on foot, by car and by boat. There is parking.
Is El Arenal a good beach for children?
El Arenal has no children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does El Arenal have a Blue Flag?
No. El Arenal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Nietos | Cartagena | 26.1°C | — |
| Lo Poyo | Cartagena | 26.0°C | — |
| Islas Menores | Cartagena | 25.4°C | — |
| Perla de Levante | Cartagena | 26.0°C | — |
| Mar de Cristal | Cartagena | 25.3°C | — |
| Los Urrutias | Cartagena | 26.1°C | — |
| Loma del Castillo | Cartagena | 25.5°C | — |
| Punta Brava | Cartagena | 26.0°C | — |
| Gollerón | Cartagena | 25.3°C | — |
| Cala del Pino | Cartagena | 25.4°C | — |
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