Cala Granadella
Spectacular shell-shaped cove in a closed bay with turquoise blue water. Located in the interior of Alicante (Spain).
You can park in the main car park (at beach level) or on the road that goes up the left headland (where this photo was taken).
The views of the beach and its turquoise waters are impressive.
You can rent kayaks and see the cliffs and cove from another perspective.
To the left of the cove, there is a path that goes through the rocks.
Castell de Granadella was built for protection against pirates, but there is not much of it left.
From this path along the rocks, you have another view of the beach.
Cala Granadella is protected in a semi-closed bay. The water is usually calm and there is little wind and waves. You won’t see surfers or windsurfers here.
The cove has medium-sized pebbles (which you’ll notice when you lay on your towel). The public varies from young to old.
There are fewer people on the right end of the beach. Behind the rocky area, you’ll see two tiny coves.
This is a great place to swim a few laps or snorkel to see the animals living on the rocks.
In this area of the beach, it’s easier to swim without running into someone.
The headland is huge, so the cars parked on it look tiny. Can you see them?
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HOW TO GET TO - Cala Granadella
Getting There
Getting There
The easiest way to get to Cala Granadella is by car. You can even park a couple of meters away from the cove. The roads are in good condition and the cove is well signposted.
Transport Options
You can usually get there by car, except on busy days (see Parking section below).
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Walking Time to Swimming Spot
Drinking Water Spots
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USEFUL INFORMATION - Cala Granadella
Handy Things to Know
When to Go & Opening Times
In the summer and weekends, it can get very crowded. You’ll enjoy the place more if you can go during the week. It’s open all year round, 24 hours a day.
Entrance Fee
Activities
Facilities
Kids
The cove has medium-sized pebbles. The water gets suddenly deep when you enter the water.
Dogs
Skinny Dipping
No
Wheelchair Access
Restrictions
It’s forbidden to make fires, litter, and camp.
Most sun creams contaminate the water, try to apply them well before taking a dip.
(Scientists have found that sunscreen releases significant amounts of titanium dioxide, which damages aquatic life).
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Things to Do – Cala Granadella
Things to Do
There is also a viewpoint at its north end and some caves located at its south end.
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Algar Waterfalls are close to Benidorm and are the most beautiful waterfalls in Alicante. The crystalline natural pools in the course of the river are impressive.
Barranco de la Encantada (swimming hole with waterfall) and Pou Clar (group of swimming holes) are also stunning.
The most beautiful places to swim on the coast in Alicante are Cala Portixol, Cala Ambolo and Cala Moraig. They might remind you of Ibiza! To the south of the city of Alicante is Playa del Carabassí, a beach with golden sand protected by big dunes and pine trees.
Where to Eat
The cove has 3 restaurants: Restaurante Sur, Rosita and Llebeig. They specialize in rice and fresh fish. They are only open in summer and at weekends, starting from April-May.
Accommodation
Avenida Tio Català is a road full of houses attached next to each other in Cala Granadella itself. These were fishermen’s houses, and passed from generation to generation. Today, some are rented during summer. In the mountains at the back of the cove, there are many villas and apartments which are often for rent.
Geography
Altitude
Size
Under Foot
Medium-sized pebbles
Maximum Water Depth
As soon as you enter the water, the depth can be more than 2 m.
Minimum Swimming Level
The circular semi-closed bay shape protects this cove from big waves and currents. Be aware that there is a sudden drop in depth when you enter the water.
Shade
The cove has sunshine most of the day.
How clean is the swimming spot?
Water
Underwater
There is usually very good (around 15m) visibility under the water. You may see different kinds of fish. Along the rocks you will see urchins, snails, etc.
Water Temperature
Water Colour
How clean is the water?
Clean
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SWIMMING HOLES
IN ALICANTE
Check out the best Swimming Holes & Places to Swim INLAND!
Algar Waterfalls
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Guadalest Reservoir
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The Rules
Swimming Safety
Read these Tips
&
be Safe
when Wild Swimming
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