The best beaches in Tarragona

Cala Fonda1
Are you thinking of spending your summer vacation in Catalonia? Well you should know that it is a fantastic choice! And it is that this autonomous community can boast of having everything that the traveler can look for: spectacular natural landscapes, cosmopolitan cities, monuments, important buildings, a wide cultural and leisure offer, excellent gastronomy ... Of course, we cannot forget the Beaches.

Although when talking about the Catalan coast we often focus on the Costa Brava, the truth is that in the province of Tarragona You can also find spectacular sandy areas. Today at Hard Hobbit To Break we want to show you some of the best. Would you like to join us?

Punta de la Guineu beach

Roc de San Gaieta
First of all, we want to tell you about Punta de la Guineu beach, which has fine golden sands and warm and very calm waters. In addition, it offers all kinds of services: lifeguard and rescue, sun lounger rental, access for people with reduced mobility, showers, toilets, bar, parking ... To make matters worse, on the beach you can practice different water sports. Also keep in mind that it is very close to the Roc de Sant Gaietá, a curious enclave of Mediterranean-style houses built very close to the sea.


Tarragona Long Beach

Long Beach
We also want to tell you about the Long Beach of Tarragona, which, as you can imagine by the name, is a very long beach. In fact, it is almost 3 kilometers long. Its sand is very fine and golden and its waters are little deep, making them ideal for children. On the other hand, it should be noted that the beach is surrounded by ancient trees that belong to the Punta de la Mora natural space.

Tamarit

Tamarit
As it could not be otherwise, we also have to talk about the Tamarit beach, which is located in the southern sector of Santa Pola. It has clean waters and fine, golden sand. In addition, it offers all kinds of services and infrastructure, such as access for people with reduced mobility. The beach has adopted this name due to its proximity to the Tamarit Tower.

Miracle Beach

El Miracle Beach
The Miracle beach, which stretches for 500 meters and has an average width of 75 meters, cannot be missing from this list. Located very close to the Roman amphitheater, from the well-known Balcony of the Mediterranean and the port of Tarragona, has plenty of services and facilities. Until recently the beach was quite degraded but, fortunately, it has been remodeled. Now, this beach with fine sand and transparent waters has plenty of terraces that connect the sandbank to the port.


The Canyadell

The Canyadell
Another beach that we want to show you is El Canyadell, a beautiful sandy area surrounded by the Roquer de Torredembarra. Located in a spectacular setting of Altafulla, the beach is characterized by its natural beauty and the tranquility that is breathed here. In addition, it should not be forgotten that very close is the last lighthouse built in Spain.

Cala Fonda

Cala Fonda
Another of the best beaches in the province of Barcelona is Cala Fonda, also known as Waikiki. It is a naturist tradition beach located in a beautiful natural setting of golden sand, turquoise sea, pine trees and clay rocks. Also, keep in mind that it is protected from the wind thanks to the cliffs.

Torn Beach

Torn Beach
Finally, we want to tell you about Playa del Torn, which is located in L’Hospitalet de L’Infant. Also of naturist tradition, it is quite far from the beaches nudists usual, which are usually small coves. And it is that, bounded by two rocky ends, it extends over 1,500 meters. In addition, it has showers, lifeguards, parking, good accessibility and a beach bar. Its backdrop is surprising, formed by white pines that provide a beautiful wild aspect.

Do you miss any beach? Don't hesitate to tell us! And there are so many beautiful beaches in Tarragona that it is impossible for us to name them all.

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