El Balís
Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Barcelona · Cataluña/Catalunya
Description
A tiny 50-meter beach by Balis harbor, extending to the Riera de Gironella at the municipal boundary.
El Balís is a semi-urban beach of sand in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres (Barcelona). The sand is golden.
It measures 50 metres long and 90 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached easily on foot. 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, Showers, Toilets, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Restaurants, Nudism.
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 El Balís?
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 El Balís?
According to the MITECO registry, El Balís is reached easily on foot. There is parking.
Is El Balís a good beach for children?
El Balís 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 El Balís have a Blue Flag?
No. El Balís 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sant Vicenç de Montalt | Sant Vicenç de Montalt | 25.8°C | — |
| Les Barques | Sant Andreu de Llavaneres | 25.8°C | — |
| L'Estació | Sant Andreu de Llavaneres | 25.7°C | — |
| Els Tres Micos | Caldes d'Estrac | 25.8°C | Yes |
| Platja del Bassiot | Caldes d'Estrac | 25.8°C | — |
| La Musclera | Arenys de Mar | 25.7°C | — |
| La Picordia | Arenys de Mar | 25.8°C | — |
| Sant Simó | Mataró | 25.8°C | — |
| El Callao | Mataró | 25.6°C | — |
| El Cavaió | Arenys de Mar | 25.7°C | — |
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