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Description
Playa de La Manga del Mar Mediterráneo agradable, de arena fina y con servicios variados.
El Arenal is an urban beach of sand in San Javier (Murcia). At El Arenal the sand is golden.
It measures 1,800 metres long and 35 metres wide; recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea state recorded by MITECO for El Arenal: strong surf. El Arenal is reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at El Arenal. El Arenal has hazard signage on record.
- Length
- 1.800 metros
- Width
- 35 metros
- Sand type
- Dorada (Arena)
- Occupancy
- Medio
- Sea conditions
- Oleaje fuerte
- Access
- A pie fácil / Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Santa Lucía
- Nearest marina:
- Puerto Deportivo Tomás Maestre (La Manga del Mar Menor)
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- ♿ Wheelchair access
- 🚻 Toilets
- 🚰 Foot wash
- 🅿️ Parking
- 🍽️ Restaurants
Not recorded in the registry for El Arenal: Showers, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Nudism.
Facilities at El Arenal according to 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 the signs at the beach before you swim. Beach registry: March 2026 edition.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at El Arenal?
Yes. The MITECO beach registry records lifeguards at El Arenal, usually seasonal, so check the posted hours when you arrive.
How do you get to El Arenal?
MITECO records that you get to El Arenal easily on foot and by car, and there is parking.
Is El Arenal a good beach for children?
El Arenal has no children's area on record. Before swimming at El Arenal, check the flag and the day's sea state.
Does El Arenal have a Blue Flag?
No. El Arenal is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The nearest Blue Flag beach is Ensenada del Esparto (San Javier), 5 km away in a straight line. Without a flag, El Arenal can be just as good: the label measures services and water quality, not looks.
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