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Cala Aiguablava

Begur, Costa Brava, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Isidro Jabato (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.50/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

23.5°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€48/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Pebbles / Shingle

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Begur, Costa Brava · NOAA satellite data

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Ideal Swimming

Jan

13.3°C

Air 19°C

Feb

12.8°C

Air 20°C

Mar

13.1°C

Air 22°C

Apr

14.0°C

Air 25°C

May

16.2°C

Air 28°C

Jun

19.6°C

Air 31°C

Jul

22.3°C

Air 33°C

Peak

Aug

23.5°C

Air 33°C

Sep

22.0°C

Air 31°C

Oct

19.1°C

Air 28°C

Nov

16.5°C

Air 24°C

Dec

14.5°C

Air 21°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 1 Jul – 25 Sep (>21°C) · 87 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.8 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Cala Aiguablava

A jewel-box turquoise cove tucked beneath the pine-clad cliffs of the Costa Brava.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Located south of Begur in Baix Empordà (Costa Brava), accessible by car, local shuttle, and coastal walking paths (Camí de Ronda).

•Protected Status / Environment: Sheltered cove surrounded by pine-covered coastal cliffs within the Costa Brava protected littoral zone.

•Notable Feature: Luminous turquoise waters, fine light sand, prestigious Parador de Aiguablava on the clifftop, and Blue Flag status.

Official Tourism Authorities:spain.info visitbegur.cat

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Yes

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Begur, Costa Brava. Accessible via regional coastal roads (41.934°N, 3.208°E).

•Calm, sheltered and family-friendly.

•Pine-cloaked cliffs and whitewashed villas.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Begur, Costa Brava, Spain.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cala Aiguablava

What is the water temperature at Cala Aiguablava?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Cala Aiguablava averages 23.5°C (74°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Cala Aiguablava?

Cala Aiguablava is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Begur, Costa Brava, Spain.

Is Cala Aiguablava good for families with kids?

Yes, Cala Aiguablava is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Cala Aiguablava?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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