Spain is located at the southern tip of Western Europe almost touching Africa, between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. There are very different climates across its vast territory (505,370 km²): Oceanic, Mediterranean, Continental, Subtropical and Mountainous. This results in a great diversity in vegetation and landscapes.
With an average altitude of 650 m above sea level, it’s the third most mountainous country in Europe. The Teide volcano, in the Canary Islands, is the highest point (3718 m). The next 10 highest peaks are in the provinces of Granada and Huesca.
In its numerous mountain ranges, abundant rivers are born. The main rivers in Spain are the Ebro, Tagus, Duero, Guadalquivir, Guadiana, Júcar, Genil, Segura and the Miño. On their way, they create stunning places and natural pools hidden among lush vegetation, surrounded by rock walls or shimmering in semi-desert places.
In these rivers, reservoirs and lakes there are many spectacular spots and natural pools for admiring or wild swimming, but you have to know where they are. Discover below the best natural pools in Spain.
Cala PortitxolStunning rustic pebble cove with old, authentic fisherman’s houses. Located in a semi-closed bay in Xàbia (Jávea), Alicante (Spain).Introduction Photos How to get There Where to Park Map When to Go Price Activities y Things to Do Where...
Cala GranadellaSpectacular shell-shaped cove in a closed bay with turquoise blue water. Located in the interior of Alicante (Spain).Introduction Photos How to get There Where to Park Map When to Go Price Activities y Things to Do Where to Eat &...
Algar WaterfallsSeries of waterfalls and stunning crystalline swimming holes in an area with lush vegetation. Located in the mountains, 19 km inland from Benidorm (Spain).Introduction Photos How to get There Where to Park Map When to Go Price...
Pou ClarSequence of spectacular crystalline-turquoise swimming holes, sculpted on a steep rocky ravine. Located near Ontinyent village in Valencia (Spain).Introduction Photos How to get There Where to Park Map When to Go Price Activities y Things to...
Barranco de la EncantadaBarranco de la Encantada (Ravine of the Enchanted) has a stunning swimming hole with a waterfall next to a huge stone wall. Located in the interior of Alicante (Spain). Introduction Photos How to get There Where to Park Map...
Salt de JijonaWonderful natural pool with green-blue refreshing water, resembling a small oasis, amidst the arid mountains of Alicante (Spain).Introduction Photos How to get There Where to Park Map When to Go Price Activities y Things to Do Where to...
