Platja de la Barca Maria
Badalona, Barcelona · Cataluña/Catalunya
Description
A beach between Torrente de Vallmajor and the Montgat border.
Platja de la Barca Maria is an urban beach of sand in Badalona (Barcelona). The sand is golden.
It measures 660 metres long and 40 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
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, Children's area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Nudism.
No data
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Platja de la Barca Maria?
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 Platja de la Barca Maria?
According to the MITECO registry, Platja de la Barca Maria is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Platja de la Barca Maria a good beach for children?
Platja de la Barca Maria 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 Platja de la Barca Maria have a Blue Flag?
No. Platja de la Barca Maria 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platja del Cristall | Badalona | 25.8°C | Yes |
| Platja del Pont d'en Botifarreta | Badalona | 25.7°C | — |
| Les Moreres | Montgat | 25.8°C | — |
| Platja dels Pescadors | Badalona | 25.7°C | — |
| Platja dels Patins de Vela | Badalona | 25.8°C | — |
| Sant Joan | Montgat | 25.8°C | — |
| Platja de l'Estació | Badalona | 25.8°C | — |
| Platja del Pont de Petroli | Badalona | 25.8°C | — |
| Pla de Montgat | Montgat | 25.8°C | — |
| Platja del Coco | Badalona | 25.8°C | — |
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