San José
Níjar, Almería · Andalucía
Description
A well-serviced beach in the village of San José with good facilities for tourism. Located in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Maritime-Terrestrial Natural Park, designated a Biosphere Reserve and Special Protected Area of international importance.
San José is an urban beach of sand in Níjar (Almería). The sand is golden.
It measures 850 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 a lifeguard service at this beach. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 San José?
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 San José?
According to the MITECO registry, San José is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is San José a good beach for children?
San José has a children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does San José have a Blue Flag?
Yes. San José 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cala Higuera | Níjar | 24.4°C | — |
| Los Genoveses | Níjar | 23.5°C | — |
| Cala de los Amarillos | Níjar | 23.2°C | — |
| Cala Príncipe | Níjar | 23.5°C | — |
| Cala Chica | Níjar | 23.6°C | — |
| Calas del Barronal | Níjar | 23.2°C | — |
| Cala de Mónsul | Níjar | 23.3°C | — |
| El Embarcadero | Níjar | 24.4°C | — |
| Cala de la Media Luna | Níjar | 23.3°C | — |
| Cala Carbón | Níjar | 23.6°C | — |
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