Eretzin Zabala
Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa · País Vasco/Euskadi
Description
A rocky beach with distinctive formations resembling boulders, warts, and petrified seals resting on stone slabs.
Eretzin Zabala is a remote beach of rock in Hondarribia (Gipuzkoa). The sand is dark.
It measures 38 metres long and 5 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: strong surf and windy. It is reached on foot, with difficulty. 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
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants.
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Eretzin Zabala?
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 Eretzin Zabala?
According to the MITECO registry, Eretzin Zabala is reached on foot, with difficulty. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is Eretzin Zabala a good beach for children?
Eretzin Zabala has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Eretzin Zabala have a Blue Flag?
No. Eretzin Zabala 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sisurko | Hondarribia | 21.6°C | — |
| Azabaratza | Pasaia | 21.6°C | — |
| Artzuportu | Hondarribia | 21.7°C | — |
| Errota Sein | Hondarribia | 21.9°C | — |
| Kapelaundi | Hondarribia | 22.0°C | — |
| Hondarribia | Hondarribia | 21.6°C | — |
| Los Frailes | Hondarribia | 21.6°C | — |
| Alabortza | Pasaia | 21.6°C | — |
| Murgita | Donostia/San Sebastián | 21.6°C | — |
| La Zurriola | Donostia/San Sebastián | 21.6°C | — |
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