Fonsalia
Guía de Isora, Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canarias
Description
A pebble and fine gravel beach with calm waters, set among farmland and banana plantations with no facilities.
Fonsalia is an urban beach of pebbles and gravel in Guía de Isora (Santa Cruz de Tenerife).
It measures 135 metres long and 25 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
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. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Fonsalia?
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 Fonsalia?
According to the MITECO registry, Fonsalia is reached by car. There is parking.
Is Fonsalia a good beach for children?
Fonsalia has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Fonsalia have a Blue Flag?
No. Fonsalia 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 Juan | Guía de Isora | 24.7°C | — |
| Aguadulce | Guía de Isora | 24.7°C | — |
| Baja Larga | Guía de Isora | 24.8°C | — |
| Méndez | Guía de Isora | 24.8°C | — |
| Alcalá | Guía de Isora | 24.8°C | — |
| Abama | Guía de Isora | 24.7°C | — |
| La Jaquita | Guía de Isora | 24.7°C | Yes |
| Punta Blanca | Guía de Isora | 24.7°C | — |
| Callao Chico | Guía de Isora | 24.7°C | — |
| La Arena | Santiago del Teide | 24.8°C | Yes |
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