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6.8

Good

Platja de la Riera

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Platja de la Riera?

The bar is located right on the Platja de la Riera.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Guingueta Melé is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Caldes d'Estrac, Spain

#183 out of 378 in Catalonia

6.8

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Waterpark

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Located within the settlement

Caldes d'Estrac • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurant Ostres Quin Raconet

7.2 - Good 60m

Bar Guingueta Melé

7.8 - Very good 70m

Bar Restaurant Solstici

7.8 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Hotel Colon - Caldetes

7.2 - Good 80m

Bar Samana Bay Scoth Bar

4 - Frustrating 80m

Bar Terracita Playa Caldes

10 - Exceptional 80m

Cafe Mes Q Creps

120m

Restaurant La Quadra del Mar

8.2 - Very good 130m

Restaurant Can Suñé Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 170m

Park Parc del Montnegre i el Corredor

7.7km

Park Parc del Litoral

7.9km

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

5.7km

Supermarket bonÀrea

7.9km

Supermarket Supermercats Sorli Sant Cebrià de Vallalta

8.2km

Supermarket Supermercats Dia

8.5km

Supermarket Sorli

8.5km

Tourist Attraction Parc de Can Jalpí

8.8 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum

8.8 - Excellent 4.6km

Tourist Attraction Castell de Santa Florentina

8.8 - Excellent 5.1km

Tourist Attraction Pedracastell o Creu de Canet

9 - Excellent 5.6km

Tourist Attraction Creu de Rupit

8.2 - Very good 5.6km

Tourist Attraction Parc dels Vegetals

8.6 - Excellent 6.7km

Tourist Attraction Pou de glaç, Canyamars

9 - Excellent 7km

Tourist Attraction Atics

8.6 - Excellent 7.1km

Tourist Attraction Nau Gaudí

8.8 - Excellent 7.5km

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About

Platja de la Riera is located on the Balearic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 34th place out of 71 beaches in the Barcelona region 35.9 km away from its center, the city of Barcelona. It is one of the beaches of Caldes d'Estrac settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Platja de la Riera coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. This area has also a water park in the sea with various inflatable toys which constitute excellent activities for parents and children.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Platja del Cavallo, which has a rating of 7.8.

Platja de la Riera is located in Barcelona region (Costa Brava sub-region) within Caldes d'Estrac, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+30 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

3 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Caldes d'Estrac • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurant Ostres Quin Raconet

7.2 - Good 60m

Bar Guingueta Melé

7.8 - Very good 70m

Bar Restaurant Solstici

7.8 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Hotel Colon - Caldetes

7.2 - Good 80m

Bar Samana Bay Scoth Bar

4 - Frustrating 80m

Bar Terracita Playa Caldes

10 - Exceptional 80m

Cafe Mes Q Creps

120m

Restaurant La Quadra del Mar

8.2 - Very good 130m

Restaurant Can Suñé Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 170m

Park Parc del Montnegre i el Corredor

7.7km

Park Parc del Litoral

7.9km

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

5.7km

Supermarket bonÀrea

7.9km

Supermarket Supermercats Sorli Sant Cebrià de Vallalta

8.2km

Supermarket Supermercats Dia

8.5km

Supermarket Sorli

8.5km

Tourist Attraction Parc de Can Jalpí

8.8 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum

8.8 - Excellent 4.6km

Tourist Attraction Castell de Santa Florentina

8.8 - Excellent 5.1km

Tourist Attraction Pedracastell o Creu de Canet

9 - Excellent 5.6km

Tourist Attraction Creu de Rupit

8.2 - Very good 5.6km

Tourist Attraction Parc dels Vegetals

8.6 - Excellent 6.7km

Tourist Attraction Pou de glaç, Canyamars

9 - Excellent 7km

Tourist Attraction Atics

8.6 - Excellent 7.1km

Tourist Attraction Nau Gaudí

8.8 - Excellent 7.5km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

150m from the beach

7.8 Very good

Kalima Beach

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Caldes d'Estrac • 370m from center

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350m from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Musclera

Entire Apartment

Arenys de Mar • 460m from center

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730m from the beach

6 Pleasant

PREMIUM HABITAT DEL CALLAO

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Caldes d'Estrac • 320m from center

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820m from the beach

8 Very good

Premium Habitat Kalima

Entire Apartment

Arenys de Mar • 410m from center

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930m from the beach

10 Exceptional

BARCELONAVACANCES SV-001-PARAISO

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Caldes d'Estrac • 650m from center

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1km from the beach

9.9 Exceptional

Holidays en Arenys de Mar y Montana

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Caldes d'Estrac • 790m from center

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1.9km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Hostal La Lluna

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Arenys de Mar • 1.9km from center

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2km from the beach

7 Good

Beach Station just in front of the sea

Entire Apartment

Arenys de Mar • 1.9km from center

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2.1km from the beach

8.3 Very good

L'Hostalet d'Arenys de Mar

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Arenys de Mar • 2km from center

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2.1km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Apartamento duplex vacacional

Entire Apartment

Arenys de Mar • 1.9km from center

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2.1km from the beach

8.1 Very good

Hostal La Premsa

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Caldes d'Estrac • 2km from center

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2.1km from the beach

6.7 Good

Villa Bleuor

Entire Apartment

Arenys de Mar • 2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

760m 10 min walk

Connected beach

Platja de La Musclera Platja de La Musclera

6.7 Good

1.5km 20 min walk

Connected beach

Sant Vicenc de Montalt Sant Vicenc de Montalt

7.6 Very good

2.3km

Playa de la Picordia Playa de la Picordia

6.8 Good

2.7km

Platja de les Barques Platja de les Barques

6.7 Good

3.4km

Platja del Cavallo Platja del Cavallo

7.8 Very good

5.3km

Canet De Mar Canet De Mar

7.6 Very good

6.6km

Platja de Sant Simo Platja de Sant Simo

7.6 Very good

6.8km

Platja de la Murtra Platja de la Murtra

7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Caldes d'Estrac • 460m

Main locality of province

Barcelona • 35.9km

Transport

Airport

GRO • 41.7km

Bus Station

Les Ànimes - Costa Brava • 960m

Train Station

Caldes d'Estrac • 320m

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Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

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6.8 Good

Lorena Sanchez

10 Exceptional

The beach is perfect for a family outing, offering a peaceful atmosphere.

February 2024

Andrew Johnson

10 Exceptional

It's a stunning location and I enjoyed every moment.

February 2024

Rafael Durán

10 Exceptional

February 2024

Dylan Anderson

10 Exceptional

If you're seeking an escape from the bustling crowds of Barcelona, this is the ideal destination for you.

February 2024

Xander Ivanov

10 Exceptional

The beach is extremely clean and there are hardly any people around. The water is incredibly clear and transparent.

February 2024

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Platja de la Riera?

The coastline of Platja de la Riera is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Platja de la Riera?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Platja de la Riera has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Platja de la Riera good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Platja de la Riera does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Platja de la Riera for swimming is positive.

Is the Platja de la Riera good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Platja de la Riera secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Platja de la Riera?

The bar is located right on the Platja de la Riera.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Guingueta Melé is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Platja de la Riera?

There are 411 places to stay in the Platja de la Riera area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Platja de la Riera include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Platja de la Riera from parking?

The Platja de la Riera has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Platja de la Riera?

There are 2 attractions near Platja de la Riera that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Parc de Can Jalpí located in 3.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Platja de la Riera?

The month with the highest temperature in Platja de la Riera is July. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Platja de la Riera (Barcelona) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.