What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Penon del Cura?

The coastline of Playa Penon del Cura is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa Penon del Cura?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Penon del Cura, 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 Penon del Cura good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Playa Penon del Cura is partially protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Playa Penon del Cura for swimming is very positive.

Is the Playa Penon del Cura 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 Penon del Cura secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Playa Penon del Cura is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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.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 Penon del Cura?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Penon del Cura.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Villa tropicana beach, Mijas is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa Penon del Cura?

There are 5748 places to stay in the Playa Penon del Cura area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2287872&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Marina del Sol Apartment by Rafleys</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=18936&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">CLC Marina Park Aparthotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5798430&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Lets in the Sun Marina del Sol Apartment</a></li></ul>

How far is the Playa Penon del Cura from parking?

The Playa Penon del Cura 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 Penon del Cura?

There are 1 attractions near Playa Penon del Cura that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Historic landmark located in 1.9 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Penon del Cura is August. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 16°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa Penon del Cura (Malaga) 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 Penon del Cura (Malaga) 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 Playa Penon del Cura with gray sand surface

Photo of Playa Penon del Cura with blue pure water surface

Photo of Playa Penon del Cura with straight shore

Photo of Playa Penon del Cura with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Playa Penon del Cura located in natural area

Playa Penon del Cura

Penon Del Cura Beach

Fuengirola, Spain

7.8

#66 out of 396 in Andalusia 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray sand Good for Kayaking Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque infantil

1.4km

Playground Parque del Poniente

1.5km

Dog Park canino GuauGuau 2 Park

1.5km

Playground Parque Infantil La Cala

4.3km

Dog Park Canino Fuengirola Park

5.3km

Gym OXYGEN SPORTS & WELLNESS CLUB

8.8 - Excellent 8.5km

Park Playa El Ejido

270m

Hiking Area Cerro Club la Costa Urbanización Polarsol

950m

Park Parque fluvial

1.4km

Park Rotonda Miramar

1.7km

Zoo Bioparc Fuengirola

2.3km

Hiking Area Playa de Carvajal

6.9km

Park Rústico Casablanca Park

9.7km

Park Parque Misterioso

9.8km

Park Parrillas, barbacoas

9.8km

Restaurant Villa tropicana beach, Mijas

8.2 - Very good 680m

Restaurant Restaurante Doña María

9 - Excellent 910m

Restaurant Restaurante Colinas del Faro

9 - Excellent 960m

Sushi Restaurant Restaurante Sushisom Fuengirola

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Bar Chiringuito El Cateto - Fuengirola

8.4 - Very good 1.3km

Fast Food Restaurant Burger King

6.8 - Good 1.3km

Restaurant Pasapalo Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Restaurante KFC

7.6 - Very good 1.4km

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurante Botavara

8.8 - Excellent 1.5km

Supermarket Supermercado Marina del sol

310m

Supermarket Zac's First Avenue

650m

Supermarket Supermarket El Faro

900m

Supermarket Minimarket Colinas del Faro

950m

Supermarket Carrefour

1.4km

Supermarket EXCELENTE 2021

1.5km

Supermarket Supermercado España

1.5km

Supermarket Supermercado Oasis

1.7km

Supermarket Supermercados Maskom

1.9km

Mosque Fuengirola Central Mosque

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Historic landmark

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Torre vigía de Torremuelle, Benalmádena (Rincón Singular)

8.4 - Very good 9km

Place Of Worship Stupa of Enlightenment Benalmádena

9.2km

Tourist Attraction Mariposario de Benalmádena-Butterfly Park

9.3km

Tourist Attraction Colomares Monument

9 - Excellent 9.8km

Amusement Park Aquamijas

2.5km

Amusement Park Sould Park Fuengirola - Parque infantil y Atracciones

3.3km

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About

Playa Penon del Cura is located on the Alboran Sea and it is in the 28th place out of 135 beaches in the Malaga region 29.6 km away from its center, the city of Mâleka. It is one of the beaches of Urbanizacion Playa Marina settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

2.7 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque infantil

1.4km

Playground Parque del Poniente

1.5km

Dog Park canino GuauGuau 2 Park

1.5km

Playground Parque Infantil La Cala

4.3km

Dog Park Canino Fuengirola Park

5.3km

Gym OXYGEN SPORTS & WELLNESS CLUB

8.8 - Excellent 8.5km

Park Playa El Ejido

270m

Hiking Area Cerro Club la Costa Urbanización Polarsol

950m

Park Parque fluvial

1.4km

Park Rotonda Miramar

1.7km

Zoo Bioparc Fuengirola

2.3km

Hiking Area Playa de Carvajal

6.9km

Park Rústico Casablanca Park

9.7km

Park Parque Misterioso

9.8km

Park Parrillas, barbacoas

9.8km

Restaurant Villa tropicana beach, Mijas

8.2 - Very good 680m

Restaurant Restaurante Doña María

9 - Excellent 910m

Restaurant Restaurante Colinas del Faro

9 - Excellent 960m

Sushi Restaurant Restaurante Sushisom Fuengirola

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Bar Chiringuito El Cateto - Fuengirola

8.4 - Very good 1.3km

Fast Food Restaurant Burger King

6.8 - Good 1.3km

Restaurant Pasapalo Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Restaurante KFC

7.6 - Very good 1.4km

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurante Botavara

8.8 - Excellent 1.5km

Supermarket Supermercado Marina del sol

310m

Supermarket Zac's First Avenue

650m

Supermarket Supermarket El Faro

900m

Supermarket Minimarket Colinas del Faro

950m

Supermarket Carrefour

1.4km

Supermarket EXCELENTE 2021

1.5km

Supermarket Supermercado España

1.5km

Supermarket Supermercado Oasis

1.7km

Supermarket Supermercados Maskom

1.9km

Mosque Fuengirola Central Mosque

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Historic landmark

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Torre vigía de Torremuelle, Benalmádena (Rincón Singular)

8.4 - Very good 9km

Place Of Worship Stupa of Enlightenment Benalmádena

9.2km

Tourist Attraction Mariposario de Benalmádena-Butterfly Park

9.3km

Tourist Attraction Colomares Monument

9 - Excellent 9.8km

Amusement Park Aquamijas

2.5km

Amusement Park Sould Park Fuengirola - Parque infantil y Atracciones

3.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Playa & Beach Apartments Mijas Costa & Fuengirola by ALFRESCO STAYS

120m from the beach

8.1 Very good

Playa & Beach Apartments Mijas Costa & Fuengirola by ALFRESCO STAYS

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.7km from center

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Family & Beach Apartments Mijas Costa & Fuengirola by ALFRESCO STAYS

210m from the beach

8 Very good

Family & Beach Apartments Mijas Costa & Fuengirola by ALFRESCO STAYS

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.6km from center

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Lets in the Sun Marina del Sol Apartment

270m from the beach

8 Very good

Lets in the Sun Marina del Sol Apartment

Entire Apartment

Urbanizacion Playa Mijas • 1.7km from center

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SunRise Sea Views Eco Apartment With Swimming Pool

270m from the beach

8 Very good

SunRise Sea Views Eco Apartment With Swimming Pool

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.5km from center

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310m from the beach

9.3 Excellent

VISTAS AL MAR, MARINA DEL MAR

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.5km from center

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330m from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Costa del sol, Marina del Mar

Entire Apartment

Urbanizacion Playa Mijas • 1.4km from center

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360m from the beach

7.8 Very good

CLC Marina Park Aparthotel

Entire Apartment

Urbanizacion Playa Mijas • 1.7km from center

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380m from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Casa Sierra Marina

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.5km from center

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Mijas Costa Blue Sky Sea Views by ALFRESCO STAYS

380m from the beach

6.9 Good

Mijas Costa Blue Sky Sea Views by ALFRESCO STAYS

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.6km from center

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400m from the beach

7.6 Very good

Marina del Sol Apartment by Rafleys

Entire Apartment

Urbanizacion Playa Mijas • 1.5km from center

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420m from the beach

Modern Sea View Apt Fuengirola Seafront

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.9km from center

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440m from the beach

Malibu 10 - Lux. 2BR Sea View Condo in Club La Costa

Entire Apartment

Urbanizacion Playa Mijas • 1.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Urbanizacion Playa Marina • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Malaga • 29.6km

Transport

Airport

FGR • 2.4km

Bus Station

Estación de Autobuses de Fuengirola • 3km

Train Station

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Playground Parque infantil

Playground Parque del Poniente

Dog Park canino GuauGuau 2 Park

Playground Parque Infantil La Cala

Dog Park Canino Fuengirola Park

Gym OXYGEN SPORTS & WELLNESS CLUB

Park Playa El Ejido

Hiking Area Cerro Club la Costa Urbanización Polarsol

Park Parque fluvial

Park Rotonda Miramar

Zoo Bioparc Fuengirola

Hiking Area Playa de Carvajal

Park Rústico Casablanca Park

Park Parque Misterioso

Park Parrillas, barbacoas

Restaurant Villa tropicana beach, Mijas

Restaurant Restaurante Doña María

Restaurant Restaurante Colinas del Faro

Sushi Restaurant Restaurante Sushisom Fuengirola

Bar Chiringuito El Cateto - Fuengirola

Fast Food Restaurant Burger King

Restaurant Pasapalo Restaurant

Restaurant Restaurante KFC

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurante Botavara

Supermarket Supermercado Marina del sol

Supermarket Zac's First Avenue

Supermarket Supermarket El Faro

Supermarket Minimarket Colinas del Faro

Supermarket Carrefour

Supermarket EXCELENTE 2021

Supermarket Supermercado España

Supermarket Supermercado Oasis

Supermarket Supermercados Maskom

Mosque Fuengirola Central Mosque

Tourist Attraction Historic landmark

Tourist Attraction Torre vigía de Torremuelle, Benalmádena (Rincón Singular)

Place Of Worship Stupa of Enlightenment Benalmádena

Tourist Attraction Mariposario de Benalmádena-Butterfly Park

Tourist Attraction Colomares Monument

Amusement Park Aquamijas

Amusement Park Sould Park Fuengirola - Parque infantil y Atracciones

About

Weather

Urbanizacion Playa Marina, Andalusia, Malaga

Playground Parque infantil

Playground Parque del Poniente

Dog Park canino GuauGuau 2 Park

Playground Parque Infantil La Cala

Dog Park Canino Fuengirola Park

Gym OXYGEN SPORTS & WELLNESS CLUB

Park Playa El Ejido

Hiking Area Cerro Club la Costa Urbanización Polarsol

Park Parque fluvial

Park Rotonda Miramar

Zoo Bioparc Fuengirola

Hiking Area Playa de Carvajal

Park Rústico Casablanca Park

Park Parque Misterioso

Park Parrillas, barbacoas

Restaurant Villa tropicana beach, Mijas

Restaurant Restaurante Doña María

Restaurant Restaurante Colinas del Faro

Sushi Restaurant Restaurante Sushisom Fuengirola

Bar Chiringuito El Cateto - Fuengirola

Fast Food Restaurant Burger King

Restaurant Pasapalo Restaurant

Restaurant Restaurante KFC

Mediterranean Restaurant Restaurante Botavara

Supermarket Supermercado Marina del sol

Supermarket Zac's First Avenue

Supermarket Supermarket El Faro

Supermarket Minimarket Colinas del Faro

Supermarket Carrefour

Supermarket EXCELENTE 2021

Supermarket Supermercado España

Supermarket Supermercado Oasis

Supermarket Supermercados Maskom