El Cabezo
Granadilla de Abona, Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canarias
Description
Set back from El Médano's center where the residential summer area begins, this dark sand beach hosts windsurfing and kitesurfing championships.
El Cabezo is an urban beach of sand in Granadilla de Abona (Santa Cruz de Tenerife). The sand is dark.
It measures 240 metres long and 80 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached by car. 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. 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, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Cabezo?
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 Cabezo?
According to the MITECO registry, El Cabezo is reached by car. There is parking.
Is El Cabezo a good beach for children?
El Cabezo has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does El Cabezo have a Blue Flag?
No. El Cabezo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Playa Chica | Granadilla de Abona | 24.9°C | — |
| El Médano | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| La Jaquita | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| Leocadio Machado | Granadilla de Abona | 24.9°C | — |
| Montaña Roja | Granadilla de Abona | 25.1°C | — |
| La Pelada | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| La Rajita | Granadilla de Abona | 24.9°C | — |
| La Tejita | Granadilla de Abona | 25.1°C | — |
| El Tanque del Vidrio | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| El Confital | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
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