Riells

L'Escala, Cataluña

Estimated · Open-Meteo

🌊 Water temperature 18.1°C Pleasant
🌡️ Air temperature 15.6°C
💨 Wind 31 km/t
☀️ UV index 0.0

Air, wind and UV are estimates from a weather model, fetched today, 04:00 · Open-Meteo

Description

Es la playa más turística de L'Escala, con servicios de calidad y que cuenta con acceso para discapacitados.

Riells is an urban beach of sand in L'Escala (Girona). At Riells the sand is golden.

It measures 600 metres long and 50 metres wide; recorded occupancy is high.

Sea state recorded by MITECO for Riells: moderate surf. Riells can be reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.

The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at Riells. Hazard signage is recorded at Riells.

Length
600 metros
Width
50 metros
Sand type
Dorada (Arena)
Occupancy
Alto
Sea conditions
Oleaje moderado
Access
A pie fácil / Coche
Reference hospital:
Hospital Comarcal de Figueres
Nearest marina:
Club Nàutic L'Escala

Facilities

Confirmed in the registry

Not recorded in the registry for Riells: Surf zone, Diving, Nudism.

Facilities at Riells 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Riells?

Yes. A lifeguard service is recorded at Riells, though it is usually seasonal: check the hours when you get there.

How do you get to Riells?

MITECO records that you get to Riells easily on foot and by car, and there is parking.

Is Riells a good beach for children?

Riells has a children's area on record. With children, check the flag at Riells on the day before going in.

Does Riells have a Blue Flag?

No. Riells is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The nearest Blue Flag beach is Cala Montgó (Torroella de Montgrí), 3 km away in a straight line. Without a flag, Riells can be just as good: the label measures services and water quality, not looks.

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