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Description
Playa semiurbana, de arena oscura, que presenta un alto grado de ocupación. Está dotada con muchos equipamientos: baños, duchas, teléfonos.
La Arena is a semi-urban beach of sand and pebbles in Zierbena (Bizkaia). At La Arena the sand is dark.
It measures 960 metres long and 350 bajamar / 90 pleamar (metres) wide; recorded occupancy is high.
Sea state recorded by MITECO for La Arena: moderate surf. La Arena can be reached by car, and has parking.
La Arena is listed with a lifeguard service in the MITECO registry. Hazard signage is recorded at La Arena.
- Length
- 960 metros
- Width
- 350 bajamar / 90 pleamar (metros)
- Sand type
- Oscura (Arena / Bolos)
- Occupancy
- Alto
- Sea conditions
- Oleaje moderado
- Access
- Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Hospital de Cruces
- Nearest marina:
- Bilbao (Santurtzi)
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- ♿ Wheelchair access
- 🚿 Showers
- 🚻 Toilets
- 🚰 Foot wash
- 🅿️ Parking
- 👶 Children's area
- ⚽ Sports area
- 🏄 Surf zone
- 🍽️ Restaurants
Not recorded in the registry for La Arena: Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Nudism.
Facilities at La Arena according to 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 the signs at the beach before you swim. Beach registry: March 2026 edition.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at La Arena?
Yes. The MITECO beach registry records lifeguards at La Arena, usually seasonal, so check the posted hours when you arrive.
How do you get to La Arena?
According to the MITECO registry, La Arena is reached by car, and there is parking.
Is La Arena a good beach for children?
La Arena has a children's area on record. With children, check the flag at La Arena on the day before going in.
Does La Arena have a Blue Flag?
No. La Arena is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The nearest Blue Flag beach is Arrigunaga (Getxo), 8 km away in a straight line. The flag rates services and water quality, not how attractive La Arena is.
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