La Fosca
Palamós, Girona · Cataluña/Catalunya
Description
A well-equipped and popular beach named after a large rock that separates it from the nearby beach of San Esteve de la Fosca.
La Fosca is a semi-urban beach of sand in Palamós (Girona). The sand is golden.
It measures 300 metres long and 37 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at this beach. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Fosca?
Yes. The MITECO beach registry records a lifeguard service here. Cover is 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. There is parking.
Is La Fosca a good beach for children?
La Fosca has no children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does La Fosca have a Blue Flag?
Yes. La Fosca 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sa Tamardia | Palamós | 25.1°C | — |
| Sant Esteve de la Fosca | Palamós | 25.2°C | — |
| Cala Margarida | Palamós | 25.2°C | — |
| Cala S'Alguer | Palamós | 25.1°C | — |
| Cala de Morro del Vedell | Palamós | 25.2°C | — |
| El Castell | Palamós | 25.2°C | — |
| Gran de Palamós | Palamós | 25.2°C | — |
| Es Monestrí | Calonge | 25.1°C | Yes |
| Cala Estreta | Palamós | 25.2°C | — |
| Cala Bona | Palamós | 25.3°C | — |
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