Playa de San Gabriel
Alacant/Alicante, Alicante/Alacant · Comunitat Valenciana
Description
A sand deposit by the San Gabriel ravine channeling, accessed via a metal footbridge over the railway line near San Gabriel station.
Playa de San Gabriel is an urban beach of sand in Alacant/Alicante (Alicante/Alacant). The sand is golden.
It measures 240 metres long and from 5 to 40 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot. 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. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 San Gabriel?
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 Playa de San Gabriel?
According to the MITECO registry, Playa de San Gabriel is reached easily on foot. There is parking.
Is Playa de San Gabriel a good beach for children?
Playa de San Gabriel has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Playa de San Gabriel have a Blue Flag?
No. Playa de San Gabriel 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agua Amarga | Alacant/Alicante | 26.3°C | — |
| El Postiguet | Alacant/Alicante | 26.3°C | Yes |
| Los Saladares | Alacant/Alicante | 26.3°C | Yes |
| Serragrossa | Alacant/Alicante | 26.3°C | — |
| El Altet | Elche/Elx | 26.3°C | Yes |
| La Albufereta | Alacant/Alicante | 26.2°C | Yes |
| La Almadraba | Alacant/Alicante | 26.2°C | — |
| Cala dels Jueus | Alacant/Alicante | 26.2°C | — |
| Arenales del Sol | Elche/Elx | 26.2°C | Yes |
| Cala Cantalars | Alacant/Alicante | 26.2°C | — |
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