What is the water and sand quality of the Platja del Cristall?

The coastline of Platja del Cristall is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Platja del Cristall?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Platja del Cristall, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Platja del Cristall good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Platja del Cristall does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Platja del Cristall good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Platja del Cristall secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Platja del Cristall?

The bar is located right on the Platja del Cristall.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Trastevere Cafeteria is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Platja del Cristall?

There are 3865 places to stay in the Platja del Cristall area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Platja del Cristall include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=19275&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Rafaelhoteles Badalona</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=16338&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Miramar Badalona</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=189530&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hostal Solimar</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7190620&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Gran casa al lado de la playa y Barcelona Centro</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6809614&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Luna, junto playa y Barcelona Centro</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6911349&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Vila Badalona</a></li></ul>

How far is the Platja del Cristall from parking?

The Platja del Cristall has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Platja del Cristall?

There are 4 attractions near Platja del Cristall that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pas sota via del tren located in 0.1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Platja del Cristall?

The month with the highest temperature in Platja del Cristall is July. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 14°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Platja del Cristall (Barcelona) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Platja del Cristall (Barcelona) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Platja del Cristall

Mallorquinas, Spain

6.8

#189 out of 378 in Catalonia 9

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Badalona • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Aventura Park Badalona

1km

Athletic Field Club Esportiu Sant Gabriel

7.4 - Good 3.4km

Dog Park Platja de gossos Montgat-El Masnou

6.1km

Sports Complex Skatepark Mar Bella

6.8km

Park Parc de Can Solei i Ca l'Arnús

590m

Park Plaza de Pompeu Fabra

880m

Hiking Area cala taps

1.1km

Park Plaça Jordi Dauder i Guardiola

1.4km

Park Parc De Les Bateries

1.8km

Farm Rucs De La Serralada

1.9km

Park Parc Del Tramvia

2.2km

Park Parc del Vaixell

2.9km

Park Plaça Trafalgar

3.2km

Restaurant Beach Bar chiringuito Takuara

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Restaurant La Donzella de la Costa

8.2 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Restaurant Autentik

8.4 - Very good 70m

Bar La Bota de l'Aragó

8.6 - Excellent 90m

Bar L'Antillana

7.2 - Good 90m

Bar La Botellita

130m

Bar MITICCO COCTAIL CLUB

140m

Restaurant Taberna La Pecadora

8.8 - Excellent 150m

Restaurant Aptce

8 - Very good 170m

Supermarket Mercadona

780m

Supermarket ALDI

1.1km

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

1.3km

Supermarket Condis

1.3km

Supermarket Mercadona

1.4km

Supermarket Mercadona

1.6km

Supermarket Lidl

1.9km

Supermarket Condis el Teu Super

2km

Supermarket Mercadona

2km

Tourist Attraction Pas sota via del tren

10 - Exceptional 80m

Tourist Attraction Rambla de Badalona

9 - Excellent 190m

Tourist Attraction Escola del Mar

8.2 - Very good 240m

Tourist Attraction Torre del Rellotge

8.8 - Excellent 580m

Tourist Attraction Museu de Badalona

9 - Excellent 630m

Tourist Attraction Santa Maria i catifa de Corpus

8.8 - Excellent 750m

Tourist Attraction Conducto de aguas (Museo de Badalona)

8.6 - Excellent 790m

Tourist Attraction Casa dels Dofins - Museu de Badalona

9 - Excellent 830m

Tourist Attraction Carpets from Dalt la Vila de Badalona

8.2 - Very good 860m

Night Club Pacha Barcelona

6.4 - Pleasant 8.5km

Night Club Opium Barcelona Restaurant and Club

7.2 - Good 8.6km

Aquarium Aquàrium Barcelona

9.9km

Amusement Park Illa Fantasia

10km

Historical Landmark La Pedrera - Casa Milà

9.8km

Historical Landmark Casa Batlló

9.8km

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About

Platja del Cristall is located on the Balearic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 36th place out of 71 beaches in the Barcelona region 10.5 km away from its center, the city of Barcelona. It is one of the beaches of Badalona settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

2.6 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Badalona • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Aventura Park Badalona

1km

Athletic Field Club Esportiu Sant Gabriel

7.4 - Good 3.4km

Dog Park Platja de gossos Montgat-El Masnou

6.1km

Sports Complex Skatepark Mar Bella

6.8km

Park Parc de Can Solei i Ca l'Arnús

590m

Park Plaza de Pompeu Fabra

880m

Hiking Area cala taps

1.1km

Park Plaça Jordi Dauder i Guardiola

1.4km

Park Parc De Les Bateries

1.8km

Farm Rucs De La Serralada

1.9km

Park Parc Del Tramvia

2.2km

Park Parc del Vaixell

2.9km

Park Plaça Trafalgar

3.2km

Restaurant Beach Bar chiringuito Takuara

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Restaurant La Donzella de la Costa

8.2 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Restaurant Autentik

8.4 - Very good 70m

Bar La Bota de l'Aragó

8.6 - Excellent 90m

Bar L'Antillana

7.2 - Good 90m

Bar La Botellita

130m

Bar MITICCO COCTAIL CLUB

140m

Restaurant Taberna La Pecadora

8.8 - Excellent 150m

Restaurant Aptce

8 - Very good 170m

Supermarket Mercadona

780m

Supermarket ALDI

1.1km

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

1.3km

Supermarket Condis

1.3km

Supermarket Mercadona

1.4km

Supermarket Mercadona

1.6km

Supermarket Lidl

1.9km

Supermarket Condis el Teu Super

2km

Supermarket Mercadona

2km

Tourist Attraction Pas sota via del tren

10 - Exceptional 80m

Tourist Attraction Rambla de Badalona

9 - Excellent 190m

Tourist Attraction Escola del Mar

8.2 - Very good 240m

Tourist Attraction Torre del Rellotge

8.8 - Excellent 580m

Tourist Attraction Museu de Badalona

9 - Excellent 630m

Tourist Attraction Santa Maria i catifa de Corpus

8.8 - Excellent 750m

Tourist Attraction Conducto de aguas (Museo de Badalona)

8.6 - Excellent 790m

Tourist Attraction Casa dels Dofins - Museu de Badalona

9 - Excellent 830m

Tourist Attraction Carpets from Dalt la Vila de Badalona

8.2 - Very good 860m

Night Club Pacha Barcelona

6.4 - Pleasant 8.5km

Night Club Opium Barcelona Restaurant and Club

7.2 - Good 8.6km

Aquarium Aquàrium Barcelona

9.9km

Amusement Park Illa Fantasia

10km

Historical Landmark La Pedrera - Casa Milà

9.8km

Historical Landmark Casa Batlló

9.8km

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Located at nearest locality

Badalona • 520m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)

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7.7 Very good

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Platja del Litoral

8 Very good

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Platja Del Masnou

5.9 Pleasant

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Platja del Forum

5.9 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Badalona • 1.1km

Main locality of province

Barcelona • 10.5km

Transport

Airport

BCN • 23.1km

Bus Station

Les Costes - Baix • 1.9km

Train Station

Estación de tren Badalona • 1.3km

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Mikhail Zakharenkov

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

Platja del Cristall is the perfect spot for those looking for tranquility and relaxation. It's secluded, so there's no need to worry about overcrowding or tourists. Plus, it's easily accessible, making it the ideal destination for a peaceful day out.

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Johnathon Kormos

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach was great, and the water was crystal clear.

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Ruby

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

This place is an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll or a bike ride. What's more, it boasts golden sand, making it a perfect destination for a sunny day.

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Isadora Capriano

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

This location in BCN is simply the best! It's easy to access and offers a great experience.

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Amy Johnson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

My favourite beach! Much quieter than the Barcelona beaches, regularly cleaned and boasting golden sand - it's the perfect spot for a peaceful day by the sea. There are shops and bars a short distance away, but the beach bar in the summer is an absolute must-visit!