#211 European Rank

Cala Granadella

Jávea, Costa Blanca, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.62/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

26.1°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€48/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Pebbles / Shingle

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Jávea, Costa Blanca · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

14.6°C

Air 21°C

Feb

13.9°C

Air 22°C

Mar

14.3°C

Air 24°C

Apr

15.6°C

Air 27°C

May

18.1°C

Air 30°C

Jun

21.5°C

Air 33°C

Jul

24.7°C

Air 35°C

Peak

Aug

26.1°C

Air 35°C

Sep

24.7°C

Air 33°C

Oct

21.9°C

Air 30°C

Nov

18.8°C

Air 26°C

Dec

16.1°C

Air 23°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 10 Jun – 24 Oct (>21°C) · 136 days

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

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Cala Granadella

A pine-framed slit of transparent water on the Costa Blanca, made for snorkelling and a perennial best-beach poll winner.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Located in Jávea (Xàbia), Alicante; accessible by winding asphalt road with seasonal access control/barrier and shuttle bus system during peak summer

•Protected Status / Environment: Nestled within the Parque Forestal de la Granadella, a municipal natural park and micro-reserve

•Notable Feature: Picturesque horseshoe-shaped gravel/pebble cove with emerald-green waters, steep pine-covered limestone headlands, and ruins of Castell de la Granadella

Official Tourism Authorities:spain.info

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Jávea, Costa Blanca. Accessible via regional coastal roads (38.730°N, 0.197°E).

•Sheltered and superb for snorkelling; deepens quickly, busy with kayaks by noon.

•A pine-wrapped notch in the cliffs south of Jávea; the lane down closes once the tiny car park fills.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

ALC · 35m drive

35-40 min transfer from Alicante Airport (ALC).

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cala Granadella

What is the water temperature at Cala Granadella?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Cala Granadella averages 26.1°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Cala Granadella?

Cala Granadella is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Jávea, Costa Blanca, Spain.

Is Cala Granadella good for families with kids?

Cala Granadella has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Cala Granadella?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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