Sant Simó
Mataró, Barcelona · Cataluña/Catalunya
Description
A large, urban beach heavily used at one end; the other end, known as El Fortí, sees fewer visitors due to poor access.
Sant Simó is an urban beach of sand and rock in Mataró (Barcelona). The sand is golden.
It measures 1,000 metres long and 20 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 no lifeguard service here. That does not rule out seasonal cover by the local council — check the signage when you arrive. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Surf zone, Diving, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Sant Simó?
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 Sant Simó?
According to the MITECO registry, Sant Simó is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Sant Simó a good beach for children?
Sant Simó has a children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Sant Simó have a Blue Flag?
No. Sant Simó 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Callao | Mataró | 26.0°C | — |
| El Varador | Mataró | 26.0°C | — |
| De Ponent | Mataró | 25.6°C | — |
| L'Estació | Sant Andreu de Llavaneres | 25.7°C | — |
| Les Barques | Sant Andreu de Llavaneres | 26.1°C | — |
| El Balís | Sant Andreu de Llavaneres | 26.0°C | — |
| Sant Vicenç de Montalt | Sant Vicenç de Montalt | 25.7°C | — |
| Els Tres Micos | Caldes d'Estrac | 25.8°C | Yes |
| Cabrera | Cabrera de Mar | 25.8°C | — |
| Platja del Bassiot | Caldes d'Estrac | 25.8°C | — |
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