Wild & scenic

Playa de los Genoveses

Cabo de Gata, Almería · 🇪🇸 Spain

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A broad, undeveloped bay of golden sand and clear shallows ringed by the volcanic hills of Cabo de Gata's desert park.

Expect a sea temperature of roughly 25°C at Playa de los Genoveses (Cabo de Gata, Almería, Spain) in high summer; the season runs May-Oct.

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Sea temperature: ~25°C in the warm season
Water: Clear, shallow turquoise
Sand: Fine golden sand
Swimming: Shallow, warm and calm in the wide protected bay
Best time to visit: May-Oct
Setting: A wild dune-backed bay in the volcanic Cabo de Gata desert park
Beach type: Wild & scenic
Region: Europe

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Playa de los Genoveses: frequently asked questions

Where is Playa de los Genoveses?

Playa de los Genoveses is at Cabo de Gata, on the coast of Spain.

What is the sea temperature at Playa de los Genoveses?

In the warm season the sea at Playa de los Genoveses reaches about 25°C. Clear, shallow turquoise.

When is the best time to visit Playa de los Genoveses?

The best time to visit Playa de los Genoveses is May-Oct. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.

What kind of sand does Playa de los Genoveses have?

Playa de los Genoveses has fine golden sand.

Is Playa de los Genoveses good for swimming?

Shallow, warm and calm in the wide protected bay.

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