El Cantal
Mojácar, Almería · Andalucía
Description
A well-serviced urban beach with full facilities and high occupancy. A distinctive large stone—the cantal—sits on the sand.
El Cantal is an urban beach of sand, rock and gravel in Mojácar (Almería). The sand is dark.
It measures 780 metres long and 30 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. 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: Diving, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Cantal?
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 Cantal?
According to the MITECO registry, El Cantal is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is El Cantal a good beach for children?
El Cantal has a children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does El Cantal have a Blue Flag?
No. El Cantal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista de los Angeles | Mojácar | 24.7°C | — |
| Punta del Cantal | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
| Piedra de Villazar | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
| Lance Nuevo | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
| Cueva del Lobo | Mojácar | 24.7°C | — |
| El Descargador | Mojácar | 24.8°C | Yes |
| Torre Bahía | Mojácar | 24.7°C | — |
| El Palmeral | Mojácar | 24.7°C | — |
| Ventanicas | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
| Venta del Bancal | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
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