El Muelle
Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canarias
Description
A compact beach on the Puerto de la Cruz docks with plenty of restaurants and bars around.
El Muelle is an urban beach of sand and gravel in Puerto de la Cruz (Santa Cruz de Tenerife). The sand is dark.
It measures 50 metres long and 15 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot and 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. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Toilets, Foot wash, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Muelle?
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 Muelle?
According to the MITECO registry, El Muelle is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is El Muelle a good beach for children?
El Muelle has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does El Muelle have a Blue Flag?
No. El Muelle 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Telmo | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.8°C | Yes |
| Martianez | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.8°C | — |
| Playa Jardín | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.8°C | Yes |
| Playa Chica | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.8°C | — |
| Playa Punta Brava | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.5°C | — |
| El Roque | Los Realejos | 24.8°C | — |
| El Bollullo | La Orotava | 24.8°C | — |
| Los Patos | La Orotava | 24.8°C | — |
| Playa Gordejuela | Los Realejos | 24.9°C | — |
| Castro | Los Realejos | 24.9°C | — |
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