For those who are planning to spend their summer holidays on the beaches of Barcelona, a review of the ten most popular and favorite recreational areas for tourists will be useful.
Swim in these parts begin in mid-April. The high season starts at the end of May. It lasts until September. In November, the coast is completely empty. All Barcelona beaches are officially closed. Umbrellas and sun loungers are being dismantled on them, changing cabins and showers are being removed.
The best of the best
List of the most popular recreational areas in Catalonia:
- Barceloneta.
- Rich.
- Mar Bella.
- Nova Mar Bella.
- Nova Icaria.
- Sant Sebastia.
- Sant Miguel.
- Somorrostro.
- Levant.
- Zona de Banis Forum Water Center.
Rules of conduct
Most of Barcelona's coastline is closed to pets. If the owner still brings his pet, then he will be assigned a substantial fine. Its amount is 105,000 rubles. Soaps, gels and shampoos cannot be used in showers. For sports and team games on the beaches of Barcelonaspecial seats available.
There is a sanitary zone between the edge of the sea and the sand embankment. Its width is 6 meters. It is forbidden to install umbrellas, awnings, tents, sun loungers, as well as spread towels on it. The movement of vehicles along the coast is also strictly limited. On the beaches of Barcelona you can not ride roller skates, scooters, bicycles, electric cars, skateboards.
There are recreational areas where it is forbidden to turn on loud music and play instruments. Almost everywhere you can not smoke.
Barceloneta
One of the best beaches in Barcelona is located in the historic district of the metropolis. Next to it stretched old quarters with narrow winding streets. Taverns and eateries, cafes and bars are concentrated along the coast. Initially, Barceloneta was a poor area in which fishermen lived. Therefore, the buildings in this part of the city are squat and unprepossessing.
The Olympic Games, which took place in Spain in 1992, breathed new life into this quarter. Local authorities have improved the boulevards adjacent to the coast, updated the promenade and the pedestrian area of Joan de Borbo.
Barceloneta regularly tops the rankings of the best beaches in Barcelona for families with children. It has a wide sandbank. The entrance to the water is gentle and even. The depth increases gradually. True, in the high season, the coast can be too noisy and crowded.
Barceloneta has been awarded the Blue Flag international quality mark. It serves as a guarantee of securityand cleanliness of the recreation area. This place is very popular with local and youth companies. Photos of the beaches of Barcelona are proof of this. The thing is that it is here that a lot of sports grounds are equipped, where you can play football, volleyball and basketball.
To have an inexpensive and quick lunch, you need to walk just a few steps to the parallel Paseo Maritimo. It is replete with canteens and eateries with affordable prices. Souvenirs and other trifles are also sold here.
If you believe the reviews of tourists about the beaches of Barcelona, then from the metro station "Barceloneta" to the coast to go about seven minutes. Near the entrance to the recreation area there is a public transport stop "Playa de Barcelona". Buses No. 45, 59 run here. La Rambla is a twenty-minute leisurely walk.
Rich-rich
This beach is chosen by those who are not chasing fashion parties, but want to stay away from children's squeals and screams. The rich man is the abode of peace and quiet. It is regularly recognized as the best beach in Barcelona and the surrounding area. Since this part of the coast belongs to the municipality, the entrance to it is free for everyone. Bogatell is within walking distance from the Olympic Port.
Reviews from vacationers
Travelers love that there is everything you need for a relaxing pastime. There are sunbeds and umbrellas for rent. The standard fare is 350 rubles. Tourists note that the toilets and changing cabins are clean. It can be seen that the beach workers maintain order in them. Showers are servedfresh water. They say that there are interruptions with her. They usually happen in the late afternoon. Therefore, experienced tourists are advised not to delay hygiene procedures. After 17:00, queues form near the booths. Bathers highly recommend Bogatell. Since electronic safes and luggage storage of valuables are available here.
Features
Reviews about the beaches in Barcelona say that the approximate length of the sandbar exceeds half a kilometer. The width is only forty meters. There are breakwaters on both sides of the recreational area. Bogatell is a relatively new beach. It was equipped on the eve of the Olympic Games. Therefore, it is considered one of the most convenient and comfortable.
Beach infrastructure:
- volleyball net;
- football field;
- ping-pong tables.
The modern hotels of Barcelona rise right there. Neatly laid paths or a common area unite them with the beach. Hotels near Bogatell:
- "Attica 21 Barcelona Mar 4".
- Europark 3.
- "Ronda 3".
- "Athenas 1".
- Wilson Boutique 3.
The nearest metro stations are Poblenou and Lacuna. There is a bus stop near the beach. It serves routes No. 6, 36, 41, 92, 141. Bicycle paths are laid along the recreational area. Two-wheeler rentals are also located here.
On special information stands and scoreboards they show the current temperature of water and air, wind speed, humidity level. Stone breakwatersseparate Bogatell from Mar Bella and New Ikaria.
Mar Bella
The coast, which originates just beyond the Olympic Port, is known for its democratic morals. It was chosen by nudists and representatives of sexual minorities. A solid audience with children does not come here. There are no hotels near the beach. Although Barcelona is a modern city, not all travelers are ready to put up with such unbridled neighborhood.
As for the characteristics of Mar Bella, the width of the beach is forty meters, and the length does not exceed half a kilometer. The nudist zone is hidden from prying eyes by a sloping hill overgrown with southern vegetation. Despite the controversial reputation of this part of the coast, windsurfers have chosen Mar Bella. Here they go kayaking and catamarans.
Rating tourists
In their reviews, tourists highlight the following advantages of the beach:
- modern equipment;
- availability of rescue service and instructors;
- perfect cleanliness;
- relative cheapness of umbrellas and sun loungers;
- log decking;
- drinking water fountains;
- sports fields;
- library.
Nova Mar Bella
Travelers love the beach. It attracts with clean golden sand. They believe that this is a great place to spend time by the water, swimming and sunbathing. Not only tourists agree with them, but also residents of the surrounding areas. In their stories, the Russiansargue that there are much fewer sports facilities within the radius of Nova Mar Bella than on Bogatel. But, in their opinion, everything necessary for rest is available. The set of services is standard for Barcelona. Travelers like this part of the coast because of the lack of deliberate luxury and pathos.
Nova Ikaria
This beach is chosen by families with small children. In the evenings, pensioners stroll imposingly along the edge of the sea. Nova Icaria is considered the quietest and most peaceful part of the coast of Barcelona. It is located in the historical center of Barcelona. Therefore, getting here is easy. The recreational zone "Nova Ikaria" was awarded the international sign "Blue Flag".
Description
The total length of the beach is 400 meters. It is separated from other recreational areas by breakwaters. From afar, Nova Ikaria resembles a giant children's sandbox, in which dozens of kids are swarming. By the way, the administration of the beach and the youth did not deprive them of their attention. Athletes appreciated the stretched volleyball net, equipped football grounds.
Entertainment
Experienced tourists say that no one will be bored in Nova Ikaria. Very close to the sea is the port "Olympic". Russians praise the neighboring bars and restaurants very much. And a five-minute walk from the coast there is a huge cinema, behind which the premises of the shopping center begin.
There is no need to worry about safety on the beach. Rescuers are responsible for it, doctors are on duty. On certain days, social workers are present at Nova Icaria,which provide assistance to persons with disabilities when entering and exiting the sea. There are inexpensive hostels and private hotels along the beach. On average, the cost of living in them is 2,800 rubles per night.
Tested hotels are the most popular. These are Diagonal Center 3, Confortel Auditori 3, Hotel del Mar 3. During the high season, they may not be available. Therefore, travelers are advised to book well in advance.
Remarks
Despite many positive reviews, not everyone likes Nova Ikaria. Tourists note the following shortcomings:
- loud crying, screaming and squealing of small children;
- pensioners strolling imposingly along the shore;
- shallow coastal depth;
- Remoteness of entertainment facilities;
- lack of youth parties.
Sant Sebastia
This beach is praised for its cleanliness and privacy. It stretches along the Mediterranean Sea for one kilometer.
According to our compatriots, this beach has a lot of advantages:
- large recreational area;
- clean sand;
- proximity to city center;
- developed infrastructure.
But some tourists complain about a number of things:
- noise;
- crowded;
- lack of free seats and sun loungers;
- muddy sea water;
- queues to bars;
- diverse audience.
The best way to get to the beach is from the metro stationBarceloneta. Buses No. 17, 39, 64 run not far from it. You need to get off at the Juan de Borbo del Mar stop.
Sant Miguel
This is a kind of continuation of the beach of Sant Sebastia. The place owes its name to the ancient Basilica of San Miguel del Puerto. It was built in the middle of the 18th century. The beach is compact. Its length is only four hundred meters. The recreational area starts at Del Maro Square and ends at Admiral Ayhad Street.
In reviews of the beaches of Barcelona, tourists advise: to get to Sant Miguel, you need to take the metro to the Barceloneta station. Or you can use ground transportation. Buses No. 17, 39, 45, 59, 64 run past the beach. The nearest stops are Juan de Borbo del Mar and Almiral Cervera. According to tourists, Sant Miguel is the best choice for those who do not want to push the crowd on Barceloneta.
Somorrostro
The visiting card of this part of the resort of Barcelona is the monument to the Golden Fish. It was she who became the symbol of the 1992 Olympic Games. Until 2010, Somorrostro was considered part of Barceloneta. But the local authorities decided to single it out as a separate recreational area and name it after a poor village that used to be on its territory. According to vacationers, it is a little quieter here than in the old part of the beach.
CV
| children | for youth | sea | infrastructure | transport accessibility | |
| Barceloneta | ++ | +++ | + | ++ | + |
| Rich-rich | + | + | +++ | +++ | + |
| Mar Bella | - | ++ | ++ | ++ | + |
| Nova Mar Bella | ++ | ++ | +++ | ++ | + |
| Nova Ikaria | +++ | - | +++ | ++ | + |
| Sant Sebastia | + | + | +++ | ++ | + |
| Sant Miguel | ++ | + | ++ | ++ | + |
| Somorrostro | + | + | ++ | ++ | + |
