#365 European Rank

Playa de Laga

Ibarrangelu, Urdaibai, Spain•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.51/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

22.1°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€48/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Ibarrangelu, Urdaibai · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Ideal Swimming

Jan

12.9°C

Air 18°C

Feb

12.4°C

Air 19°C

Mar

12.5°C

Air 21°C

Apr

13.5°C

Air 24°C

May

15.7°C

Air 27°C

Jun

18.7°C

Air 30°C

Jul

21.1°C

Air 32°C

Peak

Aug

22.1°C

Air 32°C

Sep

20.8°C

Air 30°C

Oct

18.3°C

Air 27°C

Nov

15.8°C

Air 23°C

Dec

14.0°C

Air 20°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 14 Jul – 10 Sep (>21°C) · 58 days

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

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.8 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Playa de Laga

Golden sand, green hills and surf beneath the mighty Ogoño headland, the Basque coast in a single frame.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Road BI-3234 from Ibarrangelu with parking areas and Bizkaibus transit connection from Gernika.

•Protected Status / Environment: Located in the UNESCO Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve at the base of Cabo de Ogoño (300m cliff).

•Notable Feature: 570m wild open Atlantic beach with restored dune system, golden sand, and consistent surf breaks.

Official Tourism Authorities:turismo.euskadi.eus spain.info

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Ibarrangelu, Urdaibai. Accessible via regional coastal roads (43.407°N, -2.655°E).

•Swim the sheltered corner; the middle catches swell.

•The Urdaibai biosphere reserve, with the great Ogoño cliff at one end.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Ibarrangelu, Urdaibai, Spain.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Playa de Laga

What is the water temperature at Playa de Laga?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Playa de Laga averages 22.1°C (72°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Playa de Laga?

Playa de Laga is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Ibarrangelu, Urdaibai, Spain.

Is Playa de Laga good for families with kids?

Playa de Laga has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Playa de Laga?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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