What is the water and sand quality of the Playa El Bocal?

The coastline of Playa El Bocal 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 El Bocal?

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

Is the Playa El Bocal good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Playa El Bocal does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Playa El Bocal for swimming is positive.

Is the Playa El Bocal good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Playa El Bocal secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Playa El Bocal 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>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa El Bocal?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa El Bocal.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Las Olas is the closest place located 1500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa El Bocal?

There are 617 places to stay in the Playa El Bocal area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa El Bocal include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8617118&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">ALOJAMIENTOS AVICHE 6</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2254575&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hostel de las Facultades</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3706522&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">apartamento con jardin privado y barbacoa a 5 min playas santander</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7290012&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamento a estrenar a 5 minutos de la Playa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9245864&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Alojamientos Robustiana</a></li></ul>

How far is the Playa El Bocal from parking?

The Playa El Bocal 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 Playa El Bocal?

There are 4 attractions near Playa El Bocal that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Ascensor Río de la Pila located in 2.9 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa El Bocal (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 El Bocal (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 El Bocal

El Bocal Beach

Monte, Spain

7.1

#67 out of 80 in Cantabria 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Barrio de Corbanera • 1.3 km

Map of beach

Dog Park Arenal del Jortín

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Playground Parque infantil

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Playground Playa de Cerrias

9.1km

Playground Parque Infantil

9.5km

Playground Parque Infantil

9.8km

Park Parque Atlántico de Las Llamas

2.4km

Park Llamas Park

2.5km

Park Parque Cabo Mayor

3km

Park Parque de Mataleñas

3.2km

Park Pereda Garden

3.4km

Hiking Area Senda de Mataleñas

3.5km

Park Jardines de Piquío

3.7km

Zoo Parque Marino de la Magdalena

4.7km

National Park el bosque2

5.2km

Restaurant Restaurante Las Olas

8.8 - Excellent 1.4km

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.6 - Very good 2km

Bar Cervecería El Camino

8.4 - Very good 2km

Restaurant Mamma Mia. Pizzeria y Restaurante

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Bar Bar Restaurante LaLola

8.4 - Very good 2.1km

Restaurant Casona del Judío Restaurante

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Bar El Rincón de Cueto

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Bar Bar Bellavista

8.6 - Excellent 2.2km

Bar La Cocina de Matute

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

2.1km

Supermarket Mercadona

2.1km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

2.5km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

2.8km

Supermarket Supermercados Coviran

3km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

3.1km

Supermarket Carrefour Market

3.1km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

3.1km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

3.2km

Museum Centro de Arte Faro Cabo Mayor

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Ascensor Río de la Pila

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Mataleñas

3km

Tourist Attraction Museo de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo de Santander y Cantabria

8.2 - Very good 3km

Tourist Attraction Muralla de Santander

9 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Estatua de Pedro de Velarde

8.8 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Centro de Interpretación de la ciudad de Santander

7.2 - Good 3.3km

Museum Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria

3.3km

Church Catedral de Santander

3.3km

Casino Gran Casino del Sardinero

3.8km

Historical Landmark Plaza Porticada (plaza de Velarde)

3.2km

Historical Landmark Palacio de la Magdalena

5.2km

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About

Playa El Bocal is located on the Cantabrian Sea and it is in the 67th place out of 80 beaches in the Cantabria region 3.2 km away from its center, the city of Santander. It is one of the beaches of Barrio de Corbanera settlement, just 1.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

Located within the settlement

Barrio de Corbanera • 1.3 km

Map of beach

Dog Park Arenal del Jortín

5.6km

Playground Parque infantil

7.6km

Playground Playa de Cerrias

9.1km

Playground Parque Infantil

9.5km

Playground Parque Infantil

9.8km

Park Parque Atlántico de Las Llamas

2.4km

Park Llamas Park

2.5km

Park Parque Cabo Mayor

3km

Park Parque de Mataleñas

3.2km

Park Pereda Garden

3.4km

Hiking Area Senda de Mataleñas

3.5km

Park Jardines de Piquío

3.7km

Zoo Parque Marino de la Magdalena

4.7km

National Park el bosque2

5.2km

Restaurant Restaurante Las Olas

8.8 - Excellent 1.4km

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.6 - Very good 2km

Bar Cervecería El Camino

8.4 - Very good 2km

Restaurant Mamma Mia. Pizzeria y Restaurante

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Bar Bar Restaurante LaLola

8.4 - Very good 2.1km

Restaurant Casona del Judío Restaurante

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Bar El Rincón de Cueto

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Bar Bar Bellavista

8.6 - Excellent 2.2km

Bar La Cocina de Matute

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

2.1km

Supermarket Mercadona

2.1km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

2.5km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

2.8km

Supermarket Supermercados Coviran

3km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

3.1km

Supermarket Carrefour Market

3.1km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

3.1km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

3.2km

Museum Centro de Arte Faro Cabo Mayor

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Ascensor Río de la Pila

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Mataleñas

3km

Tourist Attraction Museo de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo de Santander y Cantabria

8.2 - Very good 3km

Tourist Attraction Muralla de Santander

9 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Estatua de Pedro de Velarde

8.8 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Centro de Interpretación de la ciudad de Santander

7.2 - Good 3.3km

Museum Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria

3.3km

Church Catedral de Santander

3.3km

Casino Gran Casino del Sardinero

3.8km

Historical Landmark Plaza Porticada (plaza de Velarde)

3.2km

Historical Landmark Palacio de la Magdalena

5.2km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.4km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Alojamientos Robustiana

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Barrio de Corbanera • 2.1km from center

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1.4km from the beach

7.8 Very good

Entire Apartment

Igollo • 2.1km from center

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apartamento con jardin privado y barbacoa a 5 min playas santander

2.1km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Hostel

Igollo • 1.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Barrio de Corbanera • 1.3km

Main locality of province

Santander • 3.2km

Transport

Airport

SDR • 6.8km

Bus Station

Santander • 3.4km

Train Station

RENFE train station Santander • 3.4km

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Playa El Bocal

El Bocal Beach

Monte, Spain

Dog Park Arenal del Jortín

Playground Parque infantil

Playground Playa de Cerrias

Playground Parque Infantil

Playground Parque Infantil

Park Parque Atlántico de Las Llamas

Park Llamas Park

Park Parque Cabo Mayor

Park Parque de Mataleñas

Park Pereda Garden

Hiking Area Senda de Mataleñas

Park Jardines de Piquío

Zoo Parque Marino de la Magdalena

National Park el bosque2

Restaurant Restaurante Las Olas

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

Bar Cervecería El Camino

Restaurant Mamma Mia. Pizzeria y Restaurante

Bar Bar Restaurante LaLola

Restaurant Casona del Judío Restaurante

Bar El Rincón de Cueto

Bar Bar Bellavista

Bar La Cocina de Matute

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Mercadona

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Supermercados Coviran

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Carrefour Market

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Museum Centro de Arte Faro Cabo Mayor

Tourist Attraction Ascensor Río de la Pila

Tourist Attraction Playa de Mataleñas

Tourist Attraction Museo de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo de Santander y Cantabria

Tourist Attraction Muralla de Santander

Tourist Attraction Estatua de Pedro de Velarde

Tourist Attraction Centro de Interpretación de la ciudad de Santander

Museum Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria

Church Catedral de Santander

Casino Gran Casino del Sardinero

Historical Landmark Plaza Porticada (plaza de Velarde)

Historical Landmark Palacio de la Magdalena

About

Barrio de Corbanera, Cantabria,

Dog Park Arenal del Jortín

Playground Parque infantil

Playground Playa de Cerrias

Playground Parque Infantil

Playground Parque Infantil

Park Parque Atlántico de Las Llamas

Park Llamas Park

Park Parque Cabo Mayor

Park Parque de Mataleñas

Park Pereda Garden

Hiking Area Senda de Mataleñas

Park Jardines de Piquío

Zoo Parque Marino de la Magdalena

National Park el bosque2

Restaurant Restaurante Las Olas

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

Bar Cervecería El Camino

Restaurant Mamma Mia. Pizzeria y Restaurante

Bar Bar Restaurante LaLola

Restaurant Casona del Judío Restaurante

Bar El Rincón de Cueto

Bar Bar Bellavista

Bar La Cocina de Matute

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Mercadona

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Supermercados Coviran

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Carrefour Market

Supermarket Carrefour Express