What is the water and sand quality of the Sopelana Beach?

The coastline of Sopelana Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Sopelana Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sopelana Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Sopelana Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Sopelana Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.The waves in the Sopelana Beach are usually strong.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Sopelana Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Sopelana Beach 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 very smooth.

Is the Sopelana Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Sopelana Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Sopelana Beach?

Sopelana Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>FKK / Naturists</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sopelana Beach?

The bar is located right on the Sopelana Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.La Triangu is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Sopelana Beach?

There are 248 places to stay in the Sopelana Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Sopelana Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2282835&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aloka rooms Sopela</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6113959&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aixerrota Apartamentos A</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4130763&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Appartement plage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7169786&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Luminoso y Acogedor a 5km de la playa en Urduliz</a></li></ul>

How far is the Sopelana Beach from parking?

The Sopelana Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Sopelana Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Sopelana Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Paseo Punta Galea located in 2.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Sopelana Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sopelana Beach is August. Its average value reaches 22°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?

Sopelana Beach (Biscay) 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.Sopelana Beach (Biscay) 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.

Photo of Sopelana Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Sopelana Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Sopelana Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Sopelana Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Sopelana Beach and the settlement

Photo of Sopelana Beach surrounded by mountains

Sopelana Beach

Playa de Sopelana

Bareño, Spain

8.6

#4 out of 56 in Basque Country 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Bareno • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque Infantil MOREAGA BIDEA

1.7km

Playground Haurren jolastokia / Zona de juegos infantiles

6km

Park Playa de gorrondatxe

490m

Park Iturrieta

2.1km

Hiking Area Aixerrota Bidea

2.6km

Park Barrikako Flyscha

3.2km

Park Plaza De San Nicolás

3.4km

Hiking Area Senderos de los acantilados de Barrika

4.7km

Park Parque De Columpios/ Jolastokia

4.7km

Park Parque infantil Hogueras de San juan Gaminiz

5.2km

Park Ondarreta Parkea

5.5km

Bar La Triangu

8.2 - Very good 340m

Bar Fangaloka Style

8.6 - Excellent 540m

Bar Indian Sopelana

8.2 - Very good 570m

Restaurant El Peñón de Sopelana

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Solito Restaurant

7.8 - Very good 1.1km

Bar Kux Kux Sopela

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Fast Food Restaurant Burger King

6 - Pleasant 1.4km

Restaurant Sopelmar Club Social

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Bar Cervecera Sopela

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Supermarket El murito

400m

Supermarket BM Supermercados

1.3km

Supermarket EROSKI BERANGO

1.5km

Supermarket Lidl

1.6km

Supermarket Mercadona

1.6km

Supermarket Supeco

1.7km

Supermarket EROSKI

1.8km

Supermarket EROSKI CITY

1.9km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Paseo Punta Galea

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Barrika - Barrikako hondartza

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Vistas desde Barrika

10 - Exceptional 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Panorama Barrika

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Ereaga

4.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa De Muriola

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Descubriendo Plencia

10 - Exceptional 4.7km

Tourist Attraction Txitxarropunta

10 - Exceptional 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Globos ESTRATOS

9.4 - Excellent 4.9km

Historical Landmark Getxo

4.8km

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About

Sopelana Beach is located on the Cantabrian Sea and it is in the 3th place out of 32 beaches in the Biscay region 43.1 km away from its center, the city of Markina-Xemein. It is one of the beaches of Bareno settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+21 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

7.9 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Bareno • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque Infantil MOREAGA BIDEA

1.7km

Playground Haurren jolastokia / Zona de juegos infantiles

6km

Park Playa de gorrondatxe

490m

Park Iturrieta

2.1km

Hiking Area Aixerrota Bidea

2.6km

Park Barrikako Flyscha

3.2km

Park Plaza De San Nicolás

3.4km

Hiking Area Senderos de los acantilados de Barrika

4.7km

Park Parque De Columpios/ Jolastokia

4.7km

Park Parque infantil Hogueras de San juan Gaminiz

5.2km

Park Ondarreta Parkea

5.5km

Bar La Triangu

8.2 - Very good 340m

Bar Fangaloka Style

8.6 - Excellent 540m

Bar Indian Sopelana

8.2 - Very good 570m

Restaurant El Peñón de Sopelana

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Solito Restaurant

7.8 - Very good 1.1km

Bar Kux Kux Sopela

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Fast Food Restaurant Burger King

6 - Pleasant 1.4km

Restaurant Sopelmar Club Social

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Bar Cervecera Sopela

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Supermarket El murito

400m

Supermarket BM Supermercados

1.3km

Supermarket EROSKI BERANGO

1.5km

Supermarket Lidl

1.6km

Supermarket Mercadona

1.6km

Supermarket Supeco

1.7km

Supermarket EROSKI

1.8km

Supermarket EROSKI CITY

1.9km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Paseo Punta Galea

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Barrika - Barrikako hondartza

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Vistas desde Barrika

10 - Exceptional 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Panorama Barrika

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Ereaga

4.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa De Muriola

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Descubriendo Plencia

10 - Exceptional 4.7km

Tourist Attraction Txitxarropunta

10 - Exceptional 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Globos ESTRATOS

9.4 - Excellent 4.9km

Historical Landmark Getxo

4.8km

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Luminoso y Acogedor a 5km de la playa en Urduliz

3.8km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Luminoso y Acogedor a 5km de la playa en Urduliz

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Playa de Ereaga

7.5 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Bareno • 1.2km

Main locality of province

Markina-Xemein • 43.1km

Transport

Airport

BIO • 11.9km

Bus Station

Zahar-egoitza/asilo (4334) • 4.1km

Train Station

Estación de tren Santurtzi • 6.4km

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