Santa Catalina
El Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz · Andalucía
Description
A large, popular sandy beach with plenty of water sports—fishing, windsurfing, kayaking, motorboats.
Santa Catalina is an urban beach of sand in El Puerto de Santa María (Cádiz). The sand is golden.
It measures 3,000 metres long and 40 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. 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: Wheelchair access, Children's area, Diving, Nudism.
No data
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Santa Catalina?
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 Santa Catalina?
According to the MITECO registry, Santa Catalina is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Santa Catalina a good beach for children?
Santa Catalina has no children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Santa Catalina have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Santa Catalina 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 | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|
| Fuentebravía | El Puerto de Santa María | Yes |
| La Calita | El Puerto de Santa María | — |
| La Muralla | El Puerto de Santa María | Yes |
| La Puntilla | El Puerto de Santa María | Yes |
| Valdelagrana | El Puerto de Santa María | Yes |
| El Rompidillo | Rota | Yes |
| Galeones | Rota | Yes |
| Playa de Levante | El Puerto de Santa María | — |
| La Costilla | Rota | Yes |
| La Caleta | Cádiz | Yes |
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