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Description
Blue Flag
Playa ubicada en el pueblo de San José, con buenos servicios y equipamientos para el uso turístico. Pertenece al Parque Natural Marítimo terrestre de Cabo de Gata-Níjar. Declarada Reserva de la Biosfera y Zona especialmente protegida de importancia p
San José is an urban beach of sand in Níjar (Almería). The sand at San José is golden.
It measures 850 metres long and 40 metres wide; recorded occupancy is high.
Sea state recorded by MITECO for San José: calm water. San José is reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at San José. Hazard signage is recorded at San José.
- Length
- 850 metros
- Width
- 40 metros
- Sand type
- Dorada (Arena)
- Occupancy
- Alto
- Sea conditions
- Aguas tranquilas
- Access
- A pie fácil / Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Hospital de Alta Resolución El Toyo
- Nearest marina:
- Club Náutico de San José
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- ♿ Wheelchair access
- 🚿 Showers
- 🚻 Toilets
- 🚰 Foot wash
- 🅿️ Parking
- 👶 Children's area
- ⚽ Sports area
- 🏄 Surf zone
- 🤿 Diving
- ⛱️ Umbrella rental
- 🛏️ Sunbed rental
- 🍽️ Restaurants
Not recorded in the registry for San José: Nudism.
Facilities at San José 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 San José?
Yes. The MITECO beach registry records lifeguards at San José, 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, and there is parking.
Is San José a good beach for children?
San José has a children's area on record and the registry describes calm water. Before swimming at San José, check the flag and the day's sea state.
Does San José have a Blue Flag?
Yes. San José is listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data, one of 2 beaches in Níjar with it, an award that requires bathing-water quality, services and environmental information.
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