Playa Ancha
Casares, Málaga · Andalucía
Description
A well-maintained beach stretching over a kilometer, with calm waters and good facilities. It's popular for a reason.
Playa Ancha is an urban beach of gravel in Casares (Málaga). The sand is dark.
It measures 1,300 metres long and 50 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 a lifeguard service at this beach. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Wheelchair access, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Playa Ancha?
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 Playa Ancha?
According to the MITECO registry, Playa Ancha is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Playa Ancha a good beach for children?
Playa Ancha has no children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Playa Ancha have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Playa Ancha 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Paloma | Casares | 22.2°C | — |
| La Galera | Estepona | 22.3°C | — |
| Sabinillas | Manilva | 22.5°C | — |
| Bahía Dorada | Estepona | 22.4°C | — |
| La Duquesa | Manilva | 22.5°C | — |
| Los Toros | Manilva | 22.5°C | — |
| Arroyo Vaquero | Estepona | 22.3°C | Yes |
| El Negro | Manilva | 22.1°C | — |
| El Cristo | Estepona | 22.3°C | Yes |
| Las Arenas | Manilva | 22.1°C | — |
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