La Cueva
San Sebastián de la Gomera, Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canarias
Description
A black sand beach near San Sebastián de la Gomera's port, well-equipped with amenities.
La Cueva is an urban beach of sand in San Sebastián de la Gomera (Santa Cruz de Tenerife). The sand is dark.
It measures 350 metres long and 60 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached easily on foot and 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. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 La Cueva?
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 La Cueva?
According to the MITECO registry, La Cueva is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is La Cueva a good beach for children?
La Cueva has no children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does La Cueva have a Blue Flag?
Yes. La Cueva is listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data, an award that requires bathing-water quality, services and environmental information.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Sebastián | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 24.9°C | Yes |
| Avalo | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 24.7°C | — |
| La Guancha | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 25.1°C | — |
| Aguila | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 24.5°C | — |
| Zamora | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 24.6°C | — |
| El Cabrito | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 25.2°C | — |
| La Roja | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 25.2°C | — |
| El Guincho | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 25.5°C | — |
| Chinguarime | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 25.1°C | — |
| El Medio | San Sebastián de la Gomera | 24.9°C | — |
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