Venta del Bancal
Mojácar, Almería · Andalucía
Description
Named after an old roadside inn that once stood here, this beach marks the start of the seafront promenade and is protected by a breakwater.
Venta del Bancal is an urban beach of sand in Mojácar (Almería). The sand is light grey.
It measures 787 metres long and 85 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. No parking is recorded.
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. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Venta del Bancal?
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 Venta del Bancal?
According to the MITECO registry, Venta del Bancal is reached easily on foot and by car. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is Venta del Bancal a good beach for children?
Venta del Bancal has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Venta del Bancal have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Venta del Bancal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventanicas | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
| Torre Bahía | Mojácar | 24.8°C | — |
| Cueva del Lobo | Mojácar | 24.8°C | — |
| Lance Nuevo | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
| Punta del Cantal | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
| Macenas | Mojácar | 24.7°C | — |
| El Cantal | Mojácar | 24.8°C | — |
| Vista de los Angeles | Mojácar | 24.7°C | — |
| Piedra de Villazar | Mojácar | 24.7°C | Yes |
| El Descargador | Mojácar | 24.8°C | Yes |
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