Malaga
Beaches
Malaga Beaches
SAN JULIAN
Location: On the N340 from Malaga to Torremolinos
take the bypass to San Julian Gualdalmar at KM 232. You will
find a road that runs parallel to the highway that leads to
the parking,
Services: parking garage, chiringuitos, sunbeds,
parasols, cleaning services newsstands, first aid., bus stops,
Description: This extensive beach, of 3500
meters in length is found on the periphery of A Golf club
and Parador National. The paseo extends from Los Alamos to
the river Guadalhorce. It is a perfect getaway from the hustle
and bustle of the urbanised beaches. It has all the regular
services, and disables access..
GUADALMAR
Location: From Malaga to Torremolinos, take
the N340 take the bypass to San Julian Guadalmar at km 232,
you will find a parallel road to the highway which leads you
to parking, There is also adequate bus access.
Services: Parking, showers, access for the
disabled, sunbeds and parasol rental, newsstands, bins, lifeguards,
golf course nearby, it also has a nudist zone.
Description: This Extensive beach has maintained
its natural beauty and is the least urbanized along the whole
Coast of Malaga. Its 3500 m extends from Los Alamos and the
river Guadalhorce, and a Golf course lies very nearby.
LA MISERICORDIA
Location: It lies at the mouth of the river Guadalhorce.
Services: parking garage, showers,, fishing
services, chiringuitos, bins, sunbeds, bus stop, highway access,
newsstands.
Description: This beach has undergone great
improvement in recent years, The Antonio Banderas paseo is
well known as one of the longest in Malaga. The width of the
beach allows for any beach sports, or just a long walk enjoying
the fantastic views that the coast has to offer.
SAN ANDRES
Location: Via the N340 the beach can be
reached from the Antonio Machado paseo maritimo.
Services: Playgrounds, footbaths, daily cleaning,
restaurants, hammocks, sunbeds, water bikes security, disabled
access, bins, oasis and green areas, buses
Description: It extends from the river Guadalhorce
and the Port of Malaga.. It is 2800m long and has fine dark
sands. It lies only a bus journey away from the hustle and
bustle of Malaga city so it draws a big crowd, Windsurfers
enjoy the swell, sunbathers enjoy the green areas, and the
kids love the playgrounds. The Paseo Maritimo of Antonio Machado
is fed by many restaurants, and chiringuitos which serve the
best delicacies, for reasonable prices. The beach fills up
rapidly especially in the summer and on Sundays.
THE MALAGUETA
Location: It is found along the Malagueta
way that can be reached by car or bus.
Services: Bus access, train access, watersports
rentals, chiringuitos, showers, lifeguards security team first
aid. Disabled access,  restaurants,
sunbeds, parasols, phones, bins, and changing rooms.
Description: One of the busiest in the area
due to its easy rail, bus and car access and its proximity
to Malaga city. It is an artificial beach with sands from
the Sahara no less. It has a wealth of chiringuitos and restaurants
on the Paseo Maritimo to cater for all tastes. It has extensive
services and security for safety. Parking is only easily found
very early though. It has a Yacht club on one side called
Real Club Mediterraneo and is very near to Paseo de la Farola
where the views are breathtaking.
LA CALETA
Location: It is found alongside the Paseo
Maritimo de Pablo Picasso.
Services: showers, bins, service of cleaning,
highway access, newsstands, sunbeds, parasols, disabled access,
and chiringuitos.
Description: It is found in the Estate of
the same name, although this is a city beach, it is well cared
and tends to all the family. Watersports are permitted which
at times include speedboat racing, and there are great views
of the dunes of the port. A perfect spot for a stroll in the
sun.
LOS BAÑOS DEL CARMEN
Location: It is just west of El Palo. By
foot from The Buena vista Estate between paseos of Picasso
and Pedregalejo.
Services: parking garage, bins, beach security,
lifeguards, cleaning services, local police.
Description: One of the busiest beaches in
the twenties, but less so now, due to its lack of services.
It is short at 340 m but still draws a modest crowd. Parking
will prove difficult but easy access on foot from the paseo.
There are area and beach improvement plans.
PEDREGALEJO / THE ACACIAS
Location: From the centre of Malaga take
the road in direction of El Palo, via the Paseo maritimo of
Pablo Picasso.
Services: Parking, sunbeds and parasol rentals,
playgrounds, payphones, bins. ramp access and chiringuitos.
Description: This U shaped beach is formed
by dykes between the estates of Pedragalejo and Acacias, hence
the name. It boasts a wide variety of services for all the
family. The exquisite cuisine than can be found here has made
it a favourite with the locals, even more so than the tourists.
Although it gets very busy there is plenty of space for all.
The parking can prove difficult though it is advised to leave
the car in one of the estates nearby or take the bus.
EL PALO
Location: Signposted from the centre of
Malaga.
Services: parking disabled access, showers,
sunbeds/parasols for rent, watersports rentals, bars, ramp
access, telephones, bins,
Description: Family beach of some 1800m in
length. The spits on either side were created to minimize
sand loss. It is very like the Acacias beach, together with
all its services. This area attracts many fisherman and scuba
divers.  One
f the most traditional competitions of Malaga coast finds
its home here, it’s called Jabegas or the Dragnet competition.
During the festival off Virgin del Carmen the patron saint
of fishermen the beach becomes a celebratory centre. The multicoloured
boats make for a fantastic view, alongside you will find the
quadruple blue flag winner of El Cahnquete or Deo a beach
of immaculate quality.
PEÑON DEL CUERVO
Location: It is found to the west of Torre
Paloma.
Services: Parking, beach cleaning services,
Description: It is characterized by its dark
sands and a big central rock, El Penon del Cuervo. Two sand
spits divide the beach and provide it with shelter. A new
promenade has recently been added to facilitate access on
foot. Car parks have been added as well as playgrounds, picnic
areas and a bike lane. A perfect spot for a tranquil stroll
or peaceful dip.
LA ARAÑA
Location: This beach is located between
the N340 and the cement factory.
Services: Parking, chiringuitos, sunbeds,
bins, showers.
Description: This beach extends between Torre
Paloma and the Cala Moral. It has good services in its chiringuitos
and is a favourite spot for local fishermen. It has a big
rock that obstructs the views somewhat called Roca de la Paloma.
LA CALA DEL MORAL
Location: It lies in the nucleus of the
La Cala del Moral a part of Rincon de la Victoria. It is very
well connected to Malaga city centre and the region of Axarquia.
Is well signposted from both directions. By bus from Malaga
you get off at Muelle de Heredia, El Limonar and El Palo.
Services: Showers, footbath, parking, watersports
rentals, drinking fountains, playgrounds disabled ramp access
and chiringuitos.
Description: This beach is in good state,
it has a regular cleaning team, and the paseo maritimo invites
anyone to walk its length. Is has earned its blue flag from
the E.U. for the second consecutive year. This is mainly due
to cleanliness of its waters, which is under constant inspection
and will undergo further refinement in the autumn.
RINCON DE LA VICTORIA
Location: From Malaga, direction Vélez-Malaga,
by the road there are two entrances to Rincon de la Victoria,
all well signposted.  By
bus from Malaga you stop at EL Limonar and El Palo. Same as
from Velez Malaga.
Services: 13 showers, Security towers, hotel
accesses, lifeguards, lifebuoys, maritime rescue, ramp access,
playgrounds, parking, landscaped islands. Description: This beach is always found in a clean state, It flies it blue
flag proudly. It scored the highest points in the survey from
the Department Of Health. It has a wide paseo maritimo and
several chiringuitos, which offer all the delicacies of the
region and Live music at times. Also restaurants and cafes
are situated very near, A great day out for all the family.
TORRE DE BANAGALBON
Location: On the N340 to Rincon de la Victoria,
continue to the Torre De Banagalbon, on the road to Almeria.
Services: It has only a few services, bins,
sunbeds, and a cleaning service. It lacks showers security
etc yet it does have a chiringuito.
Description: An almost wild unspoilt spot,
it is on of the least populated of the beaches in the region.
With its open spaces it attracts mainly the beach footballers
and volleyballers. It is a perfect spot to enjoy a tranquil
day in a chiringuito or on the sands, especially if you are
of the energetic type..
LOS RUBIOS
Location: Beach situated in the neighbourhood
of Los Judios. Along with the beach of Rincon de la Victoria
and Torre de Benagalbon they cover all the seaboard of the
area.
Services: Bins, sunbeds, parasols, cleaning
services, chiringuitos, newsstands. Description: It is more than a kilometre in length; it has dark sands and
a moderate swell. It is very peaceful and there is little
urbanisation in the area to date. It has, maintained some
vegetation on its edges, which offers it a special touch.
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