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Description
Playa formada por bolos, rocas y arena situada en la desembocadura de la ría de San Pedro.
La Maruca is a semi-urban beach of sand, pebbles and rock in Santander (Cantabria). At La Maruca the sand is dark.
It measures 400 metres long and 10 metres wide; recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions at La Maruca per the registry: moderate surf and windy. La Maruca is reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at La Maruca. Hazard signage is recorded at La Maruca.
- Length
- 400 metros
- Width
- 10 metros
- Sand type
- Oscura (Arena / Bolos / Roca)
- Occupancy
- Medio
- Sea conditions
- Oleaje moderado / Ventosa
- Access
- A pie fácil / Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla
- Nearest marina:
- Santander - Puerto Chico
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- ♿ Wheelchair access
- 🚿 Showers
- 🚻 Toilets
- 🚰 Foot wash
- 🅿️ Parking
- 🍽️ Restaurants
Not recorded in the registry for La Maruca: Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Nudism.
Facilities at La Maruca 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Maruca?
Yes. A lifeguard service is recorded at La Maruca, though it is usually seasonal: check the hours when you get there.
How do you get to La Maruca?
MITECO records that you get to La Maruca easily on foot and by car, and there is parking.
Is La Maruca a good beach for children?
La Maruca has no children's area on record. Before swimming at La Maruca, check the flag and the day's sea state.
Does La Maruca have a Blue Flag?
No. La Maruca is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The nearest Blue Flag beach is Los Locos (Suances), 18 km away in a straight line. Not having one does not make La Maruca worse: the award certifies services and water quality, not scenery.
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