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

The coastline of Balmedie 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 Balmedie Beach?

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

Is the Balmedie 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.Balmedie Beach 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 Balmedie Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Balmedie Beach 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 Balmedie Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Balmedie Beach 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 occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Balmedie Beach?

Balmedie Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Balmedie Beach.There are 3 restaurants nearby.White Horse Bar & Restaurant is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

How far is the Balmedie Beach from parking?

The Balmedie 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.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Balmedie Beach is July. Its average value reaches 16°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 5°C and water 8°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Balmedie Beach (Aberdeenshire) 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.Balmedie Beach (Aberdeenshire) 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 Balmedie Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Balmedie Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Balmedie Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Balmedie Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Balmedie Beach located in natural area

Photo of Balmedie Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Photo of Balmedie Beach - good pet friendly spot for vacation

Balmedie Beach

Balmedie, United Kingdom

8.1

#72 out of 298 in Scotland 0

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

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Located outside the settlement

Balmedie • 1.6 km

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Playground Playground Eigie Cres

930m

Playground Playground Old Mill Cres

1.1km

Park Blairton Links

120m

Park Donmouth Local Nature Reserve

220m

Park Balmedie Country Park

370m

Park Balmedie Wildflower Garden

410m

Park Seaton Park

1.2km

Park Cruickshank Botanic Garden

1.7km

Park Westburn Park

3.5km

Park David Welch Winter Gardens

5.1km

Park Duthie Park

5.2km

Coffee Shop Beachside Coffee Shop

9 - Excellent 990m

Meal Takeaway Delic

7.8 - Very good 1km

Restaurant The Dunes Restaurant & Bar at Trump International, Scotland

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Meal Takeaway Balmedie Fish & Chip Shop

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Bar White Horse Bar & Restaurant

8.6 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant The Cock & Bull

8.8 - Excellent 1.7km

Convenience Store Premier

1.1km

Museum Aberdeen Science Centre

2.5km

Museum Provost Skene's House

3.2km

Museum Aberdeen Maritime Museum

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Fittie

3.6km

Church St Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Aberdeen

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Aberdeen South Harbour

4.8km

Historical Landmark Torry Battery

4km

Historical Landmark Girdle Ness Lighthouse

4.5km

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About

Balmedie Beach is located on the North Sea and it is in the 10th place out of 28 beaches in the Aberdeenshire region The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

8.2 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Balmedie • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Playground Playground Eigie Cres

930m

Playground Playground Old Mill Cres

1.1km

Park Blairton Links

120m

Park Donmouth Local Nature Reserve

220m

Park Balmedie Country Park

370m

Park Balmedie Wildflower Garden

410m

Park Seaton Park

1.2km

Park Cruickshank Botanic Garden

1.7km

Park Westburn Park

3.5km

Park David Welch Winter Gardens

5.1km

Park Duthie Park

5.2km

Coffee Shop Beachside Coffee Shop

9 - Excellent 990m

Meal Takeaway Delic

7.8 - Very good 1km

Restaurant The Dunes Restaurant & Bar at Trump International, Scotland

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Meal Takeaway Balmedie Fish & Chip Shop

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Bar White Horse Bar & Restaurant

8.6 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant The Cock & Bull

8.8 - Excellent 1.7km

Convenience Store Premier

1.1km

Museum Aberdeen Science Centre

2.5km

Museum Provost Skene's House

3.2km

Museum Aberdeen Maritime Museum

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Fittie

3.6km

Church St Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Aberdeen

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Aberdeen South Harbour

4.8km

Historical Landmark Torry Battery

4km

Historical Landmark Girdle Ness Lighthouse

4.5km

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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Balmedie Beach

Balmedie, United Kingdom

Playground Playground Eigie Cres

Playground Playground Old Mill Cres

Park Blairton Links

Park Donmouth Local Nature Reserve

Park Balmedie Country Park

Park Balmedie Wildflower Garden

Park Seaton Park

Park Cruickshank Botanic Garden

Park Westburn Park

Park David Welch Winter Gardens

Park Duthie Park

Coffee Shop Beachside Coffee Shop

Meal Takeaway Delic

Restaurant The Dunes Restaurant & Bar at Trump International, Scotland

Meal Takeaway Balmedie Fish & Chip Shop

Bar White Horse Bar & Restaurant

Restaurant The Cock & Bull

Convenience Store Premier

Museum Aberdeen Science Centre

Museum Provost Skene's House

Museum Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Tourist Attraction Fittie

Church St Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Aberdeen

Tourist Attraction Aberdeen South Harbour

Historical Landmark Torry Battery

Historical Landmark Girdle Ness Lighthouse

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Balmedie, Scotland, Aberdeenshire

Playground Playground Eigie Cres

Playground Playground Old Mill Cres

Park Blairton Links

Park Donmouth Local Nature Reserve

Park Balmedie Country Park

Park Balmedie Wildflower Garden

Park Seaton Park

Park Cruickshank Botanic Garden

Park Westburn Park

Park David Welch Winter Gardens

Park Duthie Park

Coffee Shop Beachside Coffee Shop

Meal Takeaway Delic

Restaurant The Dunes Restaurant & Bar at Trump International, Scotland

Meal Takeaway Balmedie Fish & Chip Shop

Bar White Horse Bar & Restaurant

Restaurant The Cock & Bull

Convenience Store Premier

Museum Aberdeen Science Centre

Museum Provost Skene's House

Museum Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Tourist Attraction Fittie

Church St Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Aberdeen

Tourist Attraction Aberdeen South Harbour

Historical Landmark Torry Battery

Historical Landmark Girdle Ness Lighthouse

Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Balmedie • 1.6km

Transport

ABZ • 11.4km

Airport Terminal (Stance 1) • 11.9km

Dyce • 11km

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

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