Photo of Embalse el Burguillo with bright sand surface

Photo of Embalse el Burguillo with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Embalse el Burguillo with long straight shore

Photo of Embalse el Burguillo with very clean level of cleanliness

6.9

Good

Embalse el Burguillo

Las Cruceras, Spain

#12 out of 12 in Castile and León

6.9

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand & Pebbles bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Las Cruceras • 3.3 km

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Park Valle De Iruelas

5.6km

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About

Embalse el Burguillo is located on the Burguillo Reservoir and it is in the 4th place out of 3 beaches in the Avila region 25.7 km away from its center, the city of Avila. It is one of the beaches of Las Cruceras settlement, just 3.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Embalse el Burguillo coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

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.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Embalse De Burgillos, which has a rating of 6.9.

Embalse el Burguillo (Avila) is located outside the Las Cruceras settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Embalse el Burguillo with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Located outside the settlement

Las Cruceras • 3.3 km

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Park Valle De Iruelas

5.6km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.5km from the beach

6.6 Good

Hostal Restaurante El Burguiyo

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Las Cruceras • 3.9km from center

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Nucleo de Turismo Rural Valle de Iruelas

3.3km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Navaluenga • 12.4km from center

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13.3km from the beach

La hijita

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Las Cruceras • 12.7km from center

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12.1km from the beach

Pura vida

Homestay

Puente Nuevo • 10.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

570m 7 min walk

Connected beach

Embalse De Burgillos Embalse De Burgillos

6.9 Good

4.8km

Camping Pantano del Burguillo Camping Pantano del Burguillo

6.9 Good

16.2km

Playa de la Virgen de la Nueva Playa de la Virgen de la Nueva

8.2 Very good

22.3km

Zona de bano del embalse Zona de bano del embalse

7.5 Very good

22.5km

Playa El Muro Playa El Muro

7.3 Good

22.8km

Playa del embalse Playa del embalse

7.7 Very good

44.6km

Playa Valmayor Playa Valmayor

5.8 Pleasant

49.5km

Zona de bano del embalse de Cazalegas Zona de bano del embalse de Cazalegas

7.3 Good

Localities

Nearest

Las Cruceras • 3.3km

Main locality of province

Avila • 25.7km

Transport

Airport

MAD • 84.5km

Bus Station

Smv-Ctra. -Vila • 16.6km

Train Station

Herradón-La Cañada • 17.7km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Embalse el Burguillo?

The coastline of Embalse el Burguillo is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Embalse el Burguillo?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Embalse el Burguillo, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Embalse el Burguillo good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Embalse el Burguillo does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Embalse el Burguillo good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Embalse el Burguillo secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Embalse el Burguillo is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. 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 Embalse el Burguillo?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Embalse el Burguillo.

What is the closest accommodation to the Embalse el Burguillo?

There are 22 places to stay in the Embalse el Burguillo area.

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How far is the Embalse el Burguillo from parking?

The Embalse el Burguillo 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.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Embalse el Burguillo (Avila) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Embalse el Burguillo (Avila) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.