Cantabria, Spain

Playa de Cuarezo

Playa de Cuarezo is a picturesque beach known for its golden, fine sand and natural landscape. The beach is accessible via Playa de Los Barcos or through a large camping area situated at the back of the beach. It is also possible to walk from Playa de Ris to reach Cuarezo. The beach is unique in its dependence on the tides, with access being cut off around midday when the tide comes in, and restored later in the afternoon. This tidal pattern makes for a dynamic beach experience, with the landscape changing dramatically throughout the day.

The sea at Playa de Cuarezo is suitable for surfing, while the mouth of the river offers calm and warm waters, making it an ideal spot for children. The beach is also characterized by its varying depth, being very flat in its central area and deeper near the rocks that separate it from Ris Beach. At low tide, fun pools form, providing opportunities for swimming in crystal clear emerald green water. The moderate waves at the beach also add to the enjoyment of visitors.

Explore accommodation options near Playa de Cuarezo and enjoy the dynamic landscape that changes with the tides.

The beach is wide at low tide and is popular with families. It is recommended to consult the tide table before visiting to make the most of the beach experience. Playa de Cuarezo is located next to Ris beach and offers a similar sand quality. However, it is less built up due to the presence of a campsite opposite the beach. The beach is set in a beautiful landscape and is known for its clean waters.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty of the beach, with its golden, fine sand, clear emerald green waters, and unique landscape. They particularly enjoy the moderate waves for surfing and the calm, warm waters in the river mouth for children. However, they caution that access to the beach can be cut off during high tide, advising visitors to check the tide table before planning their visit.

Where to Stay near Playa de Cuarezo?

Visitors to Playa de Cuarezo often stay in the nearby town of Noja, which offers a range of accommodation options including hotels and guesthouses within walking distance to the beach. Many visitors also choose to stay at the large camping area situated directly at the back of Playa de Cuarezo, providing easy access to the beach and a more immersive natural experience.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa de Cuarezo?

Latitude: 43.4931012 / Longitude: -3.541107

Playa de Cuarezo is located in Cantabria. The following map of Playa de Cuarezo shows the exact location.


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Playa de Cuarezo: Weather Today

📅 Thursday, December 11, 2025
Today at Playa de Cuarezo is likely not ideal for classic beach activities. The maximum air temperature will be 16.7 °C, and the sea temperature is 15.4 °C, so swimming might be too cold for most. Expect mostly cloudy skies. The wind will be moderate, with stronger gusts possible. The waves will be fairly high. There's a very slight chance of rain, so it should remain dry. The UV index is low.
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Air

Low / High9.9°C/16.7°C
Feels Like (High)16.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature15.4 °C
Wave Height1.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance5%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:37/17:37
Sunshine Hours7.9 hrs
UV Index2.1
Cloud Cover55%
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Wind

Speed15 km/h
Gusts30.2 km/h
DirectionS

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