Playa De Las Burras (Puerto Chico)

The beach of your dreams in MASPALOMAS

The municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana has a privileged coastline of 32km., with large, majestic, white sandy beaches (and a few with volcanic sand), beautiful rocky sea-beds that host a huge diversity of marine life, and excellent climatic conditions. A paradise for practising water sports. The water along this tranquil coastline stays warm throughout the whole year, varying between 18º and 25ºC. Here, just a few hours from anywhere in Europe, you will find the beach of your dreams, a magnificent environment in which to enjoy the sun and the clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

The most famous beaches: Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas and San Agustín have all held blue flags since 1988. The Blue Flag is an award for environmental quality developed by the FEEE (Foundation for Environmental Education in Europe), with support from the European Commission, which is awarded for keeping certain beaches or marinas clean, safe and managed with respect for the local environment.

Camping on the beaches and coastline of San Bartolomé de Tirajana is completely prohibited at all times throughout the whole year.

+ info: www.blueflag.org/

Blue Flag PLAYA DE LOS TÁRTAGOS

LENGTH: 1,000 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 20 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: waves. pebbled, grey. ADDRESS: Castillo del Romeral.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Windy beach, with good conditions for surfing and diving.

DIRECTIONS: From the motorway GC-1, take the exit for Juan Grande. Once arriving there, at the only roundabout that you come to, turn left towards the coast. You then keep going towards Castillo del Romeral and arrive at a junction that indicates Estadío de Fútbol (football stadium) and Central Térmica (power station), where the “Velatorio Municipal” funeral parlour is located. Turn left and follow the road until you reach the Central Térmica power station, and from here continue until you reach the coast. PLAYA DE LAS CASILLAS (BOCA CASILLAS)

LENGTH: 1,700 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 20 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. pebbled, grey. ADDRESS: Castillo del Romeral.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services and surveillance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Windy beach located in a nature reserve in the north of the fishing village, Castillo del Romeral. Ideal for angling or diving. There is an artificial area for swimming, with large, natural pools that are protected and which fill up with the tide. There is a mooring area for boats. Various restaurants can be found in the vicinity, specialising in fresh fish.

DIRECTIONS: From the motorway GC-1, take the exit for Juan Grande. Once arriving there, at the only roundabout that you come to, turn left towards the coast. This road takes you to the area called Castillo del Romeral. At the second junction, turn right onto a road that will take you to the beach front. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DE LA CALETA

LENGTH: 700 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: semi-urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 20 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: medium. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. fine sand and pebbles, grey. ADDRESS: Castillo del Romeral.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services, surveillance and foot showers.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: There is a small pier, fishermen’s guild and market. The beach is very popular with divers and anglers. It is easy to find restaurants in the vicinity which specialise in seafood. Very popular with the locals.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, take the exit for Juan Grande. Once arriving there, at the only roundabout that you come to, turn left towards the coast. This road takes you to Castillo del Romeral. At the second junction, turn right. This road takes you to a small avenue with a road that bears towards the left, but to get to La Caleta you need to turn right. The beach is located just behind the dock that you will see in front of you. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DEL CORRAL DE ESPINO (LAS TABAIBITAS)

LENGTH: 1,450 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 20 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. gravel and pebbles, grey. ADDRESS: Route GC 500.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This beach is located within an unspoilt nature reserve, named the “Juncalillo del Sur Site of Scientific Interest”. It is protected because of the plant life in the area, which is made up of communities of halophila that are strongly influenced by the climatic conditions. In addition, the seasonal flooding in certain areas and the ecosystem connected with these pools make the area a unique place for observing wader birds and migratory birds, where over fifty different species have been recorded. This natural park also contains some very old salt flats.

DIRECTIONS: Due to this being a remote, protected area, it can only be accessed on foot from the GC-500 road. PLAYA DEL CARDÓN

LENGTH: 1,500 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 27 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: Waves. gravel and pebbles, grey. ADDRESS: Route GC. 500.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Windy, unspoilt beach. Included within the nature reserve “Juncalillo del Sur Site of Scientific Interest”. A unique place for observing wader birds and migratory birds.

DIRECTIONS: Due to this being a remote, protected area, it can only be accessed on foot from the GC-500 road. PLAYA DE TARAJALILLO

LENGTH: 500 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: semi-urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 30 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: medium. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: pebbles, SWIMMING CONDITIONS: waves. gravel and fine sand, grey. ADDRESS: Tarajalillo, GC. 500.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Rubbish collection and beach cleaning services.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This beach is very close to an aero club and a go-karting circuit. The beach is suitable for angling and windsurfing. Windy beach.

DIRECTIONS: To access this beach, take the exit for Tarajalillo on the GC-1 motorway. Once you have taken the exit, to get to the beach, use the Aero Club as a reference point, as you will have to drive back on yourself here, taking the GC-500 towards the north, and then at the next junction turn right towards the Aero Club car park, where you will then find the access road to the beach on the right. There are no public transport services that go to this location. PLAYA DE BAHíA FELIZ

LENGTH: 1,200 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 30 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: medium. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: fine SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. sand and pebbles, black and grey. ADDRESS: Bahía Feliz.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Nautical sports activities • Nautical equipment hire • Parasol and sun-bed hire • Beach cleaning services • Rubbish bins • Parking.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A windy, open beach with strong currents. This beach is not particularly popular with swimmers, but it is good for sports lovers as it brings together excellent conditions for windsurfing. It also has a footpath that connects it with other beaches in the area. It has several hotels, bungalows etc., plenty of green space and several restaurants and shops.

DIRECTIONS: To access this beach from the GC-1 motorway, take the exit for Tarajalillo. Take the GC-500 route towards the south. You will soon reach a junction that indicates Bahía Feliz to the left. Take this turn and continue going left until you reach the hotel. Along the descent down to the beach there is a taxi rank. If you are coming from the south of the island, it may be easier to take the GC-500 directly until you reach the aforementioned road. Accessible by public transport as far as the entrance to the “Bahía Feliz” urbanisation”. PLAYA DEL ÁGUILA

LENGTH: 440 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: semi-urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 30 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: medium. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: coarse SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. sand, gravel and pebbles, grey. ADDRESS: Águila Playa.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services • Parking • Children’s playground • Rubbish bins.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Windy beach, well signposted. Located very close to Sioux City theme park. Very good conditions for water sports, particularly surfing, windsurfing and angling. There is a long footpath with a viewing point at the end, which gives you a view of this beach and many others in the area. There are shops and restaurants nearby.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, take the exit indicating Tarajalillo. Head south on the GC-500 towards Mogán, and after a few kilometres you will see a turning where you can turn around.

After the roundabout that you come across once you have passed a small tunnel, there is a car park which is on the same part of the shore as the beach. If you are coming from the south, it’s easier to get to this beach by taking the GC-500, Avenida la Unión Europea, until you reach the turning that indicates Playa del Águila - Sious City, between San Agustín and Bahía Feliz. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DEL BESUDO (MORRO BESUDO)

LENGTH: 170 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 35 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: medium. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: fine SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. sand and rocks, black. ADDRESS: San Agustín.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A small beach surrounded by a footpath that runs along the top of a cliff, which connects it with the urbanisations and three small, very quiet coves. It is located at the bottom of the “Morro Besudo” cliff, north of San Agustín beach, with rugged areas that are difficult to access. At low tide, this area is perfect for angling and diving.

DIRECTIONS: To access this beach, you will need to leave your car in one of the nearby urbanisation car parks and descend via a footpath that comes out at some steps, which take you to the first cove commonly known as El Pirata. The second set of steps starts at Águila Playa and goes through a narrow footpath that ends up at some steps providing access to the beach. Tourist accommodation can be found nearby. It can be accessed by public transport as far as San Agustín beach. PLAYA DE SAN AGUSTÍN

LENGTH: 670 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 50 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. sand and rocks, grey. ADDRESS: San Agustín.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Showers and foot showers • Public toilets • Beach cleaning services (manual and mechanical) • Rubbish bins • Children’s playground • Green landscaped areas • Parasol and sun-bed hire • Rescue service with first aid (land & sea) • Access path for disabled persons down to the wet sand • Identifiers for children lost on the beach • Nautical equipment hire • Parking.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Blue Flag Beach since 1991. This is one of the biggest beaches in the tourist region of “Maspalomas Costa Canaria”. It offers all services and an original, unique surrounding landscape. There is a promenade that links Morro Besudo with Playa del Inglés with landscaped gardens and various plants. It has top class tourist accommodation. Although it is a beach with calm water, care must be taken in the event of groundswell as the currents can be very strong.

DIRECTIONS: The beach is accessed from the GC-1, taking the exit that indicates Playa del Inglés / Las Burras/ / San Fernando. You will need to turn around on the inland route, GC-500, Avenida de la Unión Europea towards Las Palmas. The first turning on the right goes to Las Burras beach, but the third junction takes you to San Agustín. If you are coming from the south of the island, it is easier to take the GC-500, Avenida de la Unión Europea towards the north until you reach the exit signposted “San Agustín”. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DE LAS BURRAS (PUERTO CHICO)

LENGTH: 380 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 110 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. fine sand, grey. ADDRESS: San Agustín, El Veril.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Foot showers • Beach cleaning services (manual and mechanical) • Rubbish bins • Rubbish collection service • Parasol and sun-bed hire • Nautical equipment hire • Surveillance and lifeguard.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A beach tucked inside a breakwater, making it safe and calm. It has a romenade which links it with San Agustín to the north and Playa del Inglés to the south. The area has tourist accommodation, restaurants and a kiosk.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, take the exit that indicates Playa del Inglés / Las Burras/ / San Fernando. Once you arrive at the GC-500, take the road towards Las Palmas and you will immediately see a sign for Las Burras. From the south, it can be accessed via the GC-500 Avenida de la Unión Europea, right up to its location. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DE LAS BURRAS (BARRANCO DEL TORO)

LENGTH: 600 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 110 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. sand and pebbles, grey. ADDRESS: San Agustín, El Veril.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services • Rubbish bins • Toilets • Kiosk.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Beach surrounded by a promenade which connects the neighbouring beaches.

DIRECTIONS: By car from the GC-1, take the exit that indicates Playa del Inglés / Las Burras/ / San Fernando. Once you arrive at the GC-500, take the road towards Las Palmas until you reach the sign for Las Burras. From the south, it can be accessed via the GC-500 - Avenida de la Unión Europea, right up to its location. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DEL CORRALILLO (EL COCHINO – EL VERIL)

LENGTH: 350 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 60 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. fine sand, golden. ADDRESS: El Veril.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Toilets • Showers and foot showers • Parasol and sun-bed hire • Beach cleaning service • Lookout tower • Parking.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Also called El Veril beach. This is an artificial beach formed by a breakwater towards the south, making it safe and calm, which is why it is very popular among families with children. It has the Paseo Costa Canaria promenade which connects it with the other beaches of Las Burras to the north and El Inglés to the south. Tourist accommodation and restaurants can be found here.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, take the exit for Playa Inglés / Las Burras / San Fernando. Following the signs you will then pass under the GC-500. After the bend under the small bridge, you will see a petrol station on the left. Here there is a turning to the right which leads to an urbanisation. The beach is just behind the apartments. From the south of the island, take the GC-500 towards Las Palmas until you reach the access point for the service station, at which point you then follow the aforementioned directions. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DEL INGLÉS LENGTH: 2,850 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 80 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: fine SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. sand, golden. ADDRESS: Playa del Inglés. FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Showers and foot showers • Public toilets and bathroom • Rubbish bins • Parasol and sun-bed hire • Policing • Rescue service with first aid and two lookout towers • Kiosks • Nautical equipment hire • Beach cleaning service (manual and mechanical) • Signs giving directions and information • Wooden walkways at the access points • Access path for disabled persons down to the wet sand • Care service for disabled persons: amphibious chairs (with prior arrangement) • Identifiers for children lost on the beach • Parking.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: With a blue flag since 1988, this is the main tourist beach on Gran Canaria, along with Maspalomas beach. With almost 3 kilometres of fine golden sand and calm waters, it is very popular all year round. It is perfect for all types of water sports. It has a well separated nudist area. It is next to the Paseo Costa Canaria promenade, which is approximately 5 kilometres long and stretches from the “San Agustín, El Inglés and Maspalomas” beaches up to the viewing point at the Special Nature Reserve of the Dunes of Maspalomas, which offers spectacular panoramic views that are not to be missed. It has a boulevard with a range of bars and restaurants, terraces and shops.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, take the exit that indicates Playa del Inglés / Las Burras / San Fernando and join the GC- 500 – Avenida de la Unión Europea towards the south until you reach the Maspalomas junction, where you go left at the roundabout to get onto Avenida de Tirajana. At the first junction, “Plaza de Telde”, turn left again onto Avenida Alféreces Provisionales, which descends straight down to the beach. You can also continue along the GC-1 motorway until you reach the Maspalomas exit, and continue straight on up to the junction, go straight over it onto Avenida Touroperador Tui, a road which goes up to Plaza Hierro, and then continue straight on along Avda. Alféreces Provisionales, which takes you to the beach. PLAYA DE MASPALOMAS

LENGTH: 2,710 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 55 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: fine SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. sand, golden. ADDRESS: Maspalomas.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Public toilets and bathroom • Showers and foot showers • Parasol and sun-bed hire • Lifeguard post with first aid and lookout towers • Beach cleaning service (manual and mechanical) • Signs giving directions and information • Wooden walkways at access points • Access path for disabled persons down to the wet sand • Identifiers for children lost on the beach • Policing • Kiosks • Rubbish bins.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Blue Flag Beach since 1990. This is the most symbolic beach on the island due to its beauty and unique nature. It is approximately 2.7 kilometres long from the lighthouse (architectural heritage) up to Punta de Maspalomas, the point where it joins with Playa del Inglés. It is located inside the Special Nature Reserve of the Dunes of Maspalomas, which is made up of 403 hectares of dunes, a lagoon and a palm grove, creating an area of huge interest in terms of landscape, geomorphology and wildlife that is unique to the Canary Islands. It has a shopping street with several restaurants, shops and terraces. It has a nudist area in the place known as La Punta or Cañada de la Penca.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, you need to take the exit for Maspalomas. Following the road signs, you will get to the GC-500 Avenida de la Unión Europea, heading south. At the third roundabout (petrol station), turn left and drive along Avenida Cristóbal Colón until you reach the vicinity of the lighthouse; from here, walk down a small shopping street that runs along the left-hand edge of the lighthouse. 200m away from the lighthouse, next to the bus station, there is public parking available. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DEL FARO

LENGTH: 750 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 18 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: pebbles, SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. gravel, rocks and sand, golden. ADDRESS: Maspalomas.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The Playa del Faro has witnessed many historical events, such as the mooring of Christopher Columbus’ caravels, or those of his son Ferdinand Columbus, pirate ships and geographical expeditions. It has a sea front promenade with first rate hotel facilities, and which is very popular for its shops, restaurants and bars. This is not an attractive beach for swimming, but it is good for surfers.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, you need to take the exit for Maspalomas. Following the road signs, you will get to the GC-500 - Avenida de la Unión Europea, heading south. At the third roundabout (petrol station), turn left and drive along Avenida Cristóbal Colón until you reach the vicinity of the lighthouse; from here, walk to the edge of the lighthouse. 200m away from the lighthouse, next to the bus station, there is public parking available. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DE LAS MUJERES

LENGTH: 300 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 30 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. pebbles and rocks, grey. ADDRESS: Maspalomas.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A footpath links it with the Maspalomas and Meloneras beaches. This is a beach in an area of expansion with the urbanisation Costa Meloneras, meaning that more and more services will become available here. At the moment, it has the newest hotels on the island and a large shopping centre nearby.

DIRECTIONS: From the motorway GC-1, take the exit for Pasito Blanco. Join the GC-500 towards Las Palmas. You will then arrive at the roundabout for the Meloneras Urbanisation, where you turn right, and then at the next roundabout turn right again, then continue along Calle Mar Blanco until you reach the end, where there is a car park. From the car park, you exit onto the road to the beach. There is no bus service to the beach, but there is one to the Maspalomas Lighthouse, from which you can continue on foot along the footpath. PLAYA DE LAS MELONERAS

LENGTH: 570 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised AVERAGE WIDTH: 75 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: medium. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. fine sand, pebbles and rocks, ADDRESS: Meloneras. golden and grey.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services (manual and mechanical). • Sun-bed and parasol hire • Lifeguard post and lookout tower • Signs giving directions and information • Parking • Foot showers • Access ramps and wooden walkways.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Blue Flag Beach. A footpath links it with Playa de Maspalomas. Particular care must be taken at high tide due to the large number of rocks submerged in the water. It has first rate infrastructure. It has a promenade which links it with the Maspalomas Lighthouse and a shopping centre. It is very popular with the locals, as well as anglers and divers.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, exit at the turning signposted Pasito Blanco. Join the GC-500 continue towards Las Palmas. You will then arrive at a roundabout with a signpost for the Meloneras Urbanisation, where you turn right and then continue to the next roundabout, where you turn right again, then continue straight on along Calle Mar Blanco until you reach the end, where there is a car park. From the car park, you exit onto the road to the beach. There is no public transport to the beach, but there is transport to the Maspalomas Lighthouse, from which you can continue on foot along the footpath. PLAYA DE PASITO BLANCO (EL HORNILLO)

LENGTH: 450 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: semi-urbanised AVERAGE WIDTH: 40 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: fine sand, SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. pebbles and rocks, golden and grey. ADDRESS: Pasito Blanco, GC 500.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services • Rubbish collection bins.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: It is located next to the Pasito Blanco private marina, with all services and procedures provided for pleasure boats. It has been a Blue Flag Beach since 1992. A mile south of the port, there is a sandy area where the Pasito Blanco Reef is hidden, which is very popular among divers. The beach does not have any services. Angling is very common.

DIRECTIONS: There is no direct access to this beach. It can be reached via Pasito Blanco port, or by a dirt track. The port can be accessed from the motorway GC-1, taking the exit signposted Pasito Blanco. Join the GC-500, heading south until you reach the sign for Pasito Blanco. There are no public transport services to this beach, but there is one to junction for the Pasito Blanco Campsite. PLAYA DE POCITO BEA

LENGTH: 168 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 63 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: none. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. fine sand and rocks, grey. ADDRESS: Pocito Bea, GC 500.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services • Rubbish collection bins.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Isolated beach. On the right-hand and left-hand edges, the relief of the land forms natural pools, creating a unique landscape. This beach is visited a lot by anglers and divers.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, take the exit for Pasito Blanco, taking the GC-500 towards Mogán. The entrance to this beach is found on this secondary road, where there is a signpost indicating it. You can take a car close to the beach, but you will need to walk around 300 metres to the shore. PLAYA DE MONTAÑA LA ARENA (LA COMETA)

LENGTH: 250 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none AVERAGE WIDTH: 38 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: none COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. fine sand and rocks, golden. ADDRESS: Montaña La Arena, GC 500.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Located on an unspoilt stretch of coast between Pasito Blanco and Arguineguín. Montaña La Arena beach is an isolated beach that can only be accessed on foot, either from Las Carpinteras beach or Pocito Bea beach. The beach is perfect for angling and diving. Nudists also use this beach.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, go as far as the exit for Pasito Blanco, taking the GC-500 towards Mogán. The entrance to this beach is found on this secondary road, where there is a signpost indicating it. You can take a car very close to the beach, but you will need to walk around 300 metres to the shore. PLAYA DE LAS CARPINTERAS

LENGTH: 160 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 24 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: none. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water pebbles, gravel and rocks, grey. ADDRESS: Playa Las Carpinteras, GC 500.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Parking • Beach cleaning services.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A beach which reaches its maximum width at low tide, creating natural pools and crystal-clear waters. Perfect for angling and diving. Accessible by public transport.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, go as far as the exit for Pasito Blanco, taking the GC-500 towards Mogán. The sign for the entrance to this beach is on this secondary road. You can take the car very close to the shore.

PLAYA DE TRIANA

LENGTH: 490 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 18 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: none. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: pebbles, SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. sand, gravel and rocks, grey. ADDRESS: Triana, GC 500.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A windy beach with moderate waves, meaning care must be taken when swimming. Angling is very common, as well as diving. Along the coast, at low tide, you can walk as far as Llano de los Militares, a nearby beach.

LENGTH: 90 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 21 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: none. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: fine SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. sand, pebbles and gravel, grey. ADDRESS: Playa Los Bigotes, GC 500.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Los Bigotes beach is another part of the unspoilt coastline between Arguineguín and Pasito Blanco. It is nestled within a natural site of ravines, which are geomorphologically unique. You can relax, enjoy the sea or go diving. There are often nudists using the beach.

LENGTH: 280 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 20 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: pebbles, SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. gravel and fine sand, grey. ADDRESS: Llano Los Militares, GC 500.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES: Beach cleaning services.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: An isolated beach with calm waters due to the rise and fall of the rocks. It is a splendid place for observing the sea bed. In its vicinity there is a very interesting pre-Hispanic archaeological site. Walking along the coast will take you to Triana beach if the tide is low.

LENGTH: 50 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 18 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: pebbles, SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. gravel and rocks, grey. ADDRESS: Playa Lomo Galeón, GC 500.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A quiet cove that is popular among nudists. The calm, clear waters make it an ideal place for diving.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, go as far as the exit for Pasito Blanco, taking the GC-500 towards Mogán. The sign for the entrance to this beach is on this secondary road. To get to the shore, you will need to walk a short distance from the road on foot. Accessible by public transport. PLAYA DEL MOLINERO

LENGTH: 180 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 11 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. pebbles, gravel and rocks, grey. ADDRESS: Playa del Molinero, GC 500.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This beach is perfect for nudists, as well as for diving and angling.

LENGTH: 240 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: urbanised. AVERAGE WIDTH: 24 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: high. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: calm water. pebbles and fine sand, grey. ADDRESS: Santa Agueda – El Pajar, GC 500.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Located in the urban area of El Pajar, with calm water as it is protected by a breakwater. It is very popular with the locals. It has a mooring area for boats, and you can hire fishing equipment. There is an area with local bars and restaurants that specialise in fresh fish.

DIRECTIONS: Located in the urban area of El Pajar, with calm water as it is protected by a breakwater. It is very popular with the locals. It has a mooring area for boats, and you can hire fishing equipment. There is an area with local bars and restaurants that specialise in fresh fish. PLAYA DE PARCHEL

LENGTH: 730 m. LEVEL OF URBANISATION: none. AVERAGE WIDTH: 20 m. LEVEL OF OCCUPANCY: low. COMPOSITION AND COLOUR: SWIMMING CONDITIONS: moderate waves. rocks, grey. ADDRESS: Santa Agueda – El Pajar, or Arguineguín, GC 500.

DIRECTIONS: From the GC-1, go as far as the exit for Pasito Blanco, taking the GC-500 towards Mogán. The sign for the entrance to this beach, via Santa Agueda - El Pajar, is on this secondary road. You can take the car very close to the shore. You can also continue along the GC-1 until you reach the exit for Arguineguín – Santa Águeda, taking the GC- 500 towards the north - Las Palmas. After a few metres, you will find the entrance on the right. Accessible by public transport.