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Description
Blue Flag
Esta playa, muy equipada y visitada, toma su nombre de una gran roca que la separa de otra playa conocida como San Esteve de la Fosca.
La Fosca is a semi-urban beach of sand in Palamós (Girona). The sand at La Fosca is golden.
It measures 300 metres long and 37 metres wide; recorded occupancy is high.
The registry describes the sea at La Fosca as: moderate surf. La Fosca is reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at La Fosca. Hazard signage is recorded at La Fosca.
- Length
- 300 metros
- Width
- 37 metros
- Sand type
- Dorada (Arena)
- Occupancy
- Alto
- Sea conditions
- Oleaje moderado
- Access
- A pie fácil / Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Hospital Comarcal de Palamós
- Nearest marina:
- Puerto Deportivo Marina de Palamós (Girona)
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- ♿ Wheelchair access
- 🚿 Showers
- 🚻 Toilets
- 🚰 Foot wash
- 🅿️ Parking
- ⛱️ Umbrella rental
- 🛏️ Sunbed rental
- 🍽️ Restaurants
Not recorded in the registry for La Fosca: Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Nudism.
Facilities at La Fosca 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Fosca?
Yes. The MITECO beach registry records lifeguards at La Fosca, usually seasonal, so check the posted hours when you arrive.
How do you get to La Fosca?
According to the MITECO registry, La Fosca is reached easily on foot and by car, and there is parking.
Is La Fosca a good beach for children?
La Fosca has no children's area on record. With children, check the flag at La Fosca on the day before going in.
Does La Fosca have a Blue Flag?
Yes. La Fosca is listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data, the only one in Palamós, an award that requires bathing-water quality, services and environmental information.
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