El Tanque del Vidrio
Granadilla de Abona, Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canarias
Description
A calm beach where you'll notice a wind farm nearby—those strong coastal winds that keep the area breezy are what power it.
El Tanque del Vidrio is a remote beach of rock and gravel in Granadilla de Abona (Santa Cruz de Tenerife).
It measures 540 metres long and 18 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf and windy. It is reached easily on foot. No parking is recorded.
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
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Tanque del Vidrio?
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 Tanque del Vidrio?
According to the MITECO registry, El Tanque del Vidrio is reached easily on foot. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is El Tanque del Vidrio a good beach for children?
El Tanque del Vidrio has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does El Tanque del Vidrio have a Blue Flag?
No. El Tanque del Vidrio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Medio | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| La Rajita | Granadilla de Abona | 24.9°C | — |
| La Pelada | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| La Jaquita | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| Las Maretas | Arico | 25.1°C | — |
| El Cabezo | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| El Río | Arico | 25.1°C | — |
| Playa Chica | Granadilla de Abona | 24.9°C | — |
| El Médano | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| Leocadio Machado | Granadilla de Abona | 24.9°C | — |
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