What is the water and sand quality of the Playa del Puntal?

The coastline of Playa del Puntal is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Playa del Puntal?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa del Puntal, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Playa del Puntal is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing </li><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Playa del Puntal 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.Playa del Puntal is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Playa del Puntal 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 Playa del Puntal secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa del Puntal?

The bar is located right on the Playa del Puntal.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante las Quebrantas is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa del Puntal?

There are 649 places to stay in the Playa del Puntal area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa del Puntal include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=43531&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Bemon Playa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=16456&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Alemar</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1054717&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Meve Mar</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3205111&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">"LAS CAMELIAS SOMO" un lugar para desconectar!! A 5 min andando la PLAYA!!</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1876570&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamentos Apolo Somo</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9685787&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Piso a 50m de la Playa en Somo con Garaje Privado</a></li></ul>

How far is the Playa del Puntal from parking?

The Playa del Puntal has no parking spot.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa del Puntal?

There are 4 attractions near Playa del Puntal that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa de Somo located in 0.5 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa del Puntal?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa del Puntal is August. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 13°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa del Puntal (Cantabria) 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.Playa del Puntal (Cantabria) 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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Playa del Puntal

Somo, Spain

7.3

#58 out of 80 in Cantabria 4

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Kayaking

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Located outside the settlement

Barrio El Muelle • 2 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque infantil

250m

Dog Park Arenal del Jortín

9.4km

National Park el bosque2

1.2km

Zoo Parque Marino de la Magdalena

1.3km

Park AREA RECREATIVA DEL PINAR DE ARNA

1.5km

Park Jardines de Piquío

1.8km

Park Area Recreativa Suesa

2km

Park Pereda Garden

2.2km

Park Parque

2.3km

Park Llamas Park

2.6km

Park Parque Atlántico de Las Llamas

2.7km

Restaurant Restaurante las Quebrantas

9 - Excellent 200m

Restaurant Restaurante Rompeolas Somo

8.4 - Very good 250m

Cafe Surf Cafe

8.2 - Very good 260m

Restaurant El Rincón de Zeto

9 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Restaurante Melly

9 - Excellent 260m

Hamburger Restaurant THE SURFER'S BURGER Restaurante

9.2 - Excellent 300m

Restaurant La Venta D Somo

9.6 - Exceptional 300m

Hamburger Restaurant Irons Grill Burger

7.4 - Good 320m

Restaurant Asador Somo

8.8 - Excellent 750m

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

280m

Ice Cream Shop Regma

8.6 - Excellent 350m

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

350m

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

1km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

1.4km

Supermarket Supermercado Lupa

1.7km

Supermarket Supermercado Lupa

1.8km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

1.8km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Somo

290m

Museum Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico

810m

Tourist Attraction Faro de La Cerda

9.4 - Excellent 1km

Tourist Attraction MiPlanHoy

8.2 - Very good 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Planetario de Santander

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Faro De La Isla De Mouro

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Embarcadero Santander

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Plaza de Pombo

2.1km

Museum Centro Botín

2.2km

Casino Gran Casino del Sardinero

1.6km

Historical Landmark Palacio de la Magdalena

1.2km

Historical Landmark Plaza Porticada (plaza de Velarde)

2.4km

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About

Playa del Puntal is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 58th place out of 80 beaches in the Cantabria region 5 km away from its center, the city of Santander. It is one of the beaches of Barrio El Muelle settlement, just 2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+20 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

6.8 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Barrio El Muelle • 2 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque infantil

250m

Dog Park Arenal del Jortín

9.4km

National Park el bosque2

1.2km

Zoo Parque Marino de la Magdalena

1.3km

Park AREA RECREATIVA DEL PINAR DE ARNA

1.5km

Park Jardines de Piquío

1.8km

Park Area Recreativa Suesa

2km

Park Pereda Garden

2.2km

Park Parque

2.3km

Park Llamas Park

2.6km

Park Parque Atlántico de Las Llamas

2.7km

Restaurant Restaurante las Quebrantas

9 - Excellent 200m

Restaurant Restaurante Rompeolas Somo

8.4 - Very good 250m

Cafe Surf Cafe

8.2 - Very good 260m

Restaurant El Rincón de Zeto

9 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Restaurante Melly

9 - Excellent 260m

Hamburger Restaurant THE SURFER'S BURGER Restaurante

9.2 - Excellent 300m

Restaurant La Venta D Somo

9.6 - Exceptional 300m

Hamburger Restaurant Irons Grill Burger

7.4 - Good 320m

Restaurant Asador Somo

8.8 - Excellent 750m

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

280m

Ice Cream Shop Regma

8.6 - Excellent 350m

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

350m

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

1km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

1.4km

Supermarket Supermercado Lupa

1.7km

Supermarket Supermercado Lupa

1.8km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

1.8km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Somo

290m

Museum Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico

810m

Tourist Attraction Faro de La Cerda

9.4 - Excellent 1km

Tourist Attraction MiPlanHoy

8.2 - Very good 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Planetario de Santander

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Faro De La Isla De Mouro

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Embarcadero Santander

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Plaza de Pombo

2.1km

Museum Centro Botín

2.2km

Casino Gran Casino del Sardinero

1.6km

Historical Landmark Palacio de la Magdalena

1.2km

Historical Landmark Plaza Porticada (plaza de Velarde)

2.4km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

320m from the beach

10 Exceptional

Vistas al Mar

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Located at nearest locality

Barrio El Muelle • 2.2km from center

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Apartamento con piscina a 100 metros de la playa en Somo

340m from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Apartamento con piscina a 100 metros de la playa en Somo

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Located at nearest locality

Barrio El Muelle • 2.2km from center

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380m from the beach

7.5 Very good

somo

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Barrio El Muelle • 2.3km from center

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450m from the beach

Piso a 50m de la Playa en Somo con Garaje Privado

Entire Apartment

Loredo • 2.3km from center

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460m from the beach

Apartamento en somo en urb privada

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Barrio El Muelle • 2.1km from center

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530m from the beach

6.5 Good

Apartamentos Apolo Somo

Entire Apartment

Loredo • 2.3km from center

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640m from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Bonitas vistas

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Barrio El Muelle • 2.5km from center

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640m from the beach

7.5 Very good

Hotel Meve Mar

Hotel

Loredo • 2.4km from center

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650m from the beach

7.7 Very good

somo beach

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Barrio El Muelle • 2.5km from center

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650m from the beach

8.2 Very good

Hotel Bemon Playa

Hotel

Loredo • 2.5km from center

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"LAS CAMELIAS SOMO" un lugar para desconectar!! A 5 min andando la PLAYA!!

850m from the beach

9.9 Exceptional

"LAS CAMELIAS SOMO" un lugar para desconectar!! A 5 min andando la PLAYA!!

Entire House

Loredo • 2.6km from center

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890m from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Hotel Alemar

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Loredo • 2.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

Popular beach 1.5km 20 min walk

Connected beach

Somo Beach Playa de Somo

8 Very good

2.1km

Playa de los Bikinis

8 Very good

2.4km

Connected beach

Playa Los Tranquilos

8.3 Very good

2.7km

Playa del Camello

7.7 Very good

2.7km

Playa de la Magdalena

8.4 Very good

2.7km

Playa de Los Peligros

8 Very good

Popular beach 3.9km

Sardinero Beach Playa del Sardinero

8.2 Very good

4.3km

Playa de Los Molinucos

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Barrio El Muelle • 2km

Main locality of province

Santander • 5km

Transport

Airport

SDR • 6.6km

Bus Station

Santander • 5km

Train Station

Estación de tren Santander • 5.1km

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Average Reviews rating

7.3 Good

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7.3 Good

Valerie Hudson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

The beach is not as crowded as the main beaches in Santander, but unfortunately, there are no shower facilities available. However, the water is noticeably warmer when you're on the restaurant side and protected from the wind. The only downside is that it tends to get busier due to the boat traffic. It seems that the only way to access the beach is by taking the ferry.

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Amara A

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

A great spot for learning how to surf.

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Sophie Martin

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is fantastic and they allow dogs.

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Johnathan Pritchett

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is absolutely amazing! It's definitely one of the top beaches I've visited in Spain, and it's conveniently located just a quick boat ride away from central Santander.