Arrietara Beach, also known as Playa Arrietara-Atxabiribil, is a popular beach located in Sopelana. It is known for its semi-urban coastline, golden sand, and varying width depending on the tide. The beach stretches to a length of 826 meters and its width ranges from 160 meters during low tide to 25 meters during high tide.
This beach is easily accessible either by foot or by car. For those who choose to drive, a parking area accommodating more than 100 vehicles is available. This parking area is monitored for security. The beach can also be reached via interurban bus.
Arrietara Beach is a favorite destination for activities such as surfing and swimming, thanks to its relatively clear water and amazing waves. The seafloor descends slowly, making it a perfect place to enjoy the big waves even for small children. Despite its popularity, the beach can get very busy and overcrowded, especially on weekends.
The beach provides amenities such as toilets, showers, and trash bins to ensure the convenience of its visitors. Dining is also made possible by the restaurants in the area. However, there are no rental services for beach equipment like hammocks or umbrellas. Neither does it have sports or playground areas, nautical rental, or diving facilities. A surf school is located on the beach, adding to its vibrant atmosphere.
Arrietara Beach amenities include parking, toilet and shower.
Best restaurants near Arrietara Beach include El Peñón de Sopelana, Sopelmar Club Social, Restaurante Chino Mandarín, Irish pub Brendan’s Isle, Ardo Berri and Meñakoz jatetxea.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty of the beach and the fun experience it offers, especially for surfing and swimming due to its amazing waves and clear water. The beach's spaciousness and excellent vibe are also appreciated, along with its accessibility and facilities such as showers and public toilets. However, visitors complain about the beach being overcrowded, particularly on weekends, and the issue of littering that affects its cleanliness.
Visitors to Arrietara Beach often stay in the nearby town of Sopelana, which offers a range of accommodation options within walking distance to the beach. Many also choose to explore the vibrant city of Bilbao, located just a short drive away, combining beach relaxation with urban adventures.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
| Low / High | 10.7°C/15.4°C |
|---|---|
| Feels Like (High) | 14.2°C |
| Sea Temperature | 15.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.7 m |
| Rain Chance | 58% |
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| Rainfall | 12.5 mm |
| Rain Duration | 12 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 08:33/17:35 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 1.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 0.35 |
| Cloud Cover | 100% |
| Speed | 17.6 km/h |
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| Gusts | 30.6 km/h |
| Direction | S |
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