Playa de la Caracola
Benicarló, Castellón/Castelló · Comunitat Valenciana
Description
A sandy beach with firm, coarse sand fully set up for swimming, connected to Peñíscola's north beach.
Playa de la Caracola is an urban beach of sand in Benicarló (Castellón/Castelló). The sand is golden.
It measures 800 metres long and 15 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached 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: Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 de la Caracola?
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 de la Caracola?
According to the MITECO registry, Playa de la Caracola is reached by car. There is parking.
Is Playa de la Caracola a good beach for children?
Playa de la Caracola has a children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Playa de la Caracola have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Playa de la Caracola 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurugú | Benicarló | 26.2°C | — |
| Morrongo | Benicarló | 26.2°C | Yes |
| Mar Xica | Benicarló | 26.3°C | — |
| Playa Norte | Peníscola/Peñíscola | 26.2°C | Yes |
| Fondalet | Benicarló | 26.3°C | — |
| Playa Sur | Peníscola/Peñíscola | 26.2°C | — |
| Playa de Las Viudas | Peníscola/Peñíscola | 26.2°C | — |
| Playa D'Aiguaoliva | Vinaròs | 26.3°C | — |
| Cala Puntal II | Vinaròs | 26.3°C | — |
| Cala del Moro | Peníscola/Peñíscola | 26.2°C | — |
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