La Fabriquilla
Almería, Almería · Andalucía
Description
The last beach in Almería municipality, bordering Níjar, known for being very calm for swimmers. It's part of the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Maritime-Terrestrial Natural Park, recently declared a Biosphere Reserve.
La Fabriquilla is a semi-urban beach of sand and gravel in Almería (Almería). The sand is white.
It measures 600 metres long and 30 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: strong surf and windy. 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, Toilets, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Fabriquilla?
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 Fabriquilla?
According to the MITECO registry, La Fabriquilla is reached by car. There is parking.
Is La Fabriquilla a good beach for children?
La Fabriquilla has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does La Fabriquilla have a Blue Flag?
No. La Fabriquilla 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Almadraba de Monteleva | Almería | 22.9°C | — |
| Ancón de Cabo de Gata | Níjar | 22.9°C | — |
| Cala Arena | Níjar | 22.9°C | — |
| Cala Rajá | Níjar | 22.9°C | — |
| Las Salinas de Cabo de Gata | Almería | 23.1°C | — |
| Cala Carbón | Níjar | 23.3°C | — |
| Cala de la Media Luna | Níjar | 23.3°C | — |
| Cala de Mónsul | Níjar | 23.3°C | — |
| San Miguel de Cabo de Gata | Almería | 23.1°C | Yes |
| Calas del Barronal | Níjar | 23.2°C | — |
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