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Best beaches in the Costa de la Luz

The best beaches in the Costa de la Luz, on the coast of Spain — 5 shores from Playa de Bolonia to Playa de Zahara de los Atunes, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.

The warmest sea in the Costa de la Luz is ~23°C, at Playa de El Palmar, in season around Jun-Sep. Across its 5 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~22.4°C in the warm season.

When to visit beaches in the Costa de la Luz

Most of the 5 beaches listed in the Costa de la Luz are at their best June to September, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 22–23°C across the listed beaches. Only Playa de Valdevaqueros stays in season into October.

Choosing a beach in the Costa de la Luz

For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Playa de Zahara de los Atunes; surfers should look at Playa de El Palmar and Playa de la Barrosa; for white sand head to Playa de Bolonia; and 1 of the 5 hold Blue Flag status.

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Beaches in the Costa de la Luz: frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit beaches in the Costa de la Luz?

Most beaches in the Costa de la Luz are at their best June to September, peaking in July. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.

How warm is the sea in the Costa de la Luz?

In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in the Costa de la Luz sits at about 22–23°C.

Does the Costa de la Luz have Blue Flag beaches?

Are there white-sand beaches in the Costa de la Luz?

Yes — Playa de Bolonia has white sand.

Which beach in the Costa de la Luz is best for families?

Playa de Zahara de los Atunes — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about.