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Description
Blue Flag
Playa de arena de gran extensión que dispone de una gran cantidad de servicios e instalaciones, así como de alquiler de hamacas, sombrillas, o incluso de embarcaciones náuticas. El extremo norte de esta playa es lo que se tiende a denominar 'Las Tres
La Ballena is a semi-urban beach of sand in Rota (Cádiz). At La Ballena the sand is golden.
It measures 4,500 metres long and 30 metres wide; recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea state recorded by MITECO for La Ballena: moderate surf. La Ballena can be reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at La Ballena. La Ballena has hazard signage on record.
- Length
- 4.500 metros
- Width
- 30 metros
- Sand type
- Dorada (Arena)
- Occupancy
- Medio
- Sea conditions
- Oleaje moderado
- Access
- A pie fácil / Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Santa María del Mar
- Nearest marina:
- Puerto Deportivo de Rota
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- ♿ Wheelchair access
- 🚿 Showers
- 🚻 Toilets
- 🅿️ Parking
- 👶 Children's area
- ⚽ Sports area
- ⛱️ Umbrella rental
- 🛏️ Sunbed rental
- 🍽️ Restaurants
Not recorded in the registry for La Ballena: Surf zone, Diving, Nudism.
No data
- Foot wash
Facilities at La Ballena 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Ballena?
Yes. A lifeguard service is recorded at La Ballena, though it is usually seasonal: check the hours when you get there.
How do you get to La Ballena?
MITECO records that you get to La Ballena easily on foot and by car, and there is parking.
Is La Ballena a good beach for children?
La Ballena has a children's area on record. With children, check the flag at La Ballena on the day before going in.
Does La Ballena have a Blue Flag?
Yes. La Ballena is listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data, one of 6 beaches in Rota with it, an award that requires bathing-water quality, services and environmental information.
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