Andalusia, Spain

Playa La Caracola

Playa La Caracola is a beautiful and spacious beach located in the vicinity of Vera, Puerto Rey, and Garrucha. The beach is known for its extensive length, stretching over 7 kilometers, and its wide expanse, providing ample space for visitors. Despite its size, the beach is never overcrowded, offering a serene and tranquil environment for beach-goers.

One of the key features of Playa La Caracola is its cleanliness, which is maintained to a high standard. The beach is equipped with several amenities to ensure a comfortable and convenient experience for its visitors. These include showers and bathrooms, which are readily available to everyone. Additionally, the beach is safeguarded by lifeguards, ensuring the safety of all visitors.

Experience the tranquility of Playa La Caracola and find great places to stay nearby, ensuring you're close to its pristine sands and vibrant beach bars.

The beach is also surrounded by a variety of dining options, including numerous beach bars. The beach's extensive size and wide range of amenities make it one of the best beaches in the area, attracting visitors year after year.

What to do at Playa La Caracola?

Amenities

Playa La Caracola amenities include toilet and shower.

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa La Caracola include Urbanfood Garrucha, El Cenachero, Chiringuito La Caracola, Restaurante Puerto Pezquera, Chiringuito El Playazo, Shakira Indian Restaurant, La Cantina De Floor, Laguna Bar Restaurante and Tierra Y Mar.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the cleanliness and spaciousness of the beach, with many appreciating its extensive length and width that prevents overcrowding. The availability of amenities such as showers, bathrooms, and lifeguard services is also frequently praised. However, some visitors express dissatisfaction with the numerous beach bars and restaurants, suggesting they may detract from the natural beauty of the area.

Where to Stay near Playa La Caracola?

Beach lovers heading to Playa La Caracola often opt for accommodations in nearby Vera, which offers a range of hotels and holiday rentals. Many visitors also explore the charming town of Garrucha, known for its seafood dining options, as part of their itinerary.

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

Where is Playa La Caracola?

Latitude: 37.192137 / Longitude: -1.814232

Playa La Caracola is located in Andalusia. The following map of Playa La Caracola shows the exact location.


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Playa La Caracola: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
Today at Playa La Caracola is not ideal for the beach. The air temperature will reach a high of 15.1 °C. It will be a cloudy day with a slight chance of rain. Be prepared for strong winds. The sea temperature is 15.4 °C, and the waves are moderate.
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Air

Low / High9.9°C/15.1°C
Feels Like (High)10.5°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature15.4 °C
Wave Height1.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance10%
Rainfall0.1 mm
Rain Duration1 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:15/18:22
Sunshine Hours9.1 hrs
UV Index2.8
Cloud Cover41%
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Wind

Speed45.4 km/h
Gusts83.2 km/h
DirectionW

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