Photo of Catalan Bay Beach with bright sand surface © Jonathan Huart Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach with turquoise pure water surface © Mark Carnell Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach with small bay © Sheila Roughsedge Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach with very clean level of cleanliness © Alan Durrant Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach amenities area © David Moore Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach and the settlement © Denis Mitkalev Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach with bright sand surface © Jonathan Huart Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach with turquoise pure water surface © Mark Carnell Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach with small bay © Sheila Roughsedge Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach with very clean level of cleanliness © Alan Durrant Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach amenities area © David Moore Google
Photo of Catalan Bay Beach and the settlement © Denis Mitkalev Google
7.8
Very good
7.8
Very good
Located within the settlement
Catalan Bay 0.1 km
Map of beach
Cafe Top Rock Cafe
6.8 - Good 610m
Bar Kokonut Bar
6.8 - Good 850m
Restaurant El Pollo Loco
7.4 - Good 1km
Bar El Cortijo Bar
10 - Exceptional 1km
Bar Pickwicks Bistro
9.6 - Exceptional 1km
Bar La Terrazita
5.6 - Pleasant 1km
Bar The Rock Hotel
9 - Excellent 1km
Bar Terrace Restaurant at The Rock Hotel
9.2 - Excellent 1km
Cafe Gibraltar
10 - Exceptional 1km

About

Catalan Bay Beach is located on the Alboran Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 3th place out of 5 beaches in the Gibraltar region 1.2 km away from its center, the city of Gibilterra. It is one of the beaches of Catalan Bay settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need 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.

Catalan Bay Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

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

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

7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Sandy Bay Beach, which has a rating of 8.6.

Catalan Bay Beach is located in Gibraltar within Catalan Bay, 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.

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+25 o C +19 o C
Air temperature
4.9 M/S
Wind
+21 o C
Water temperature
1.1 M
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Located within the settlement
Catalan Bay 0.1 km
Map of beach
Cafe Top Rock Cafe
6.8 - Good 610m
Bar Kokonut Bar
6.8 - Good 850m
Restaurant El Pollo Loco
7.4 - Good 1km
Bar El Cortijo Bar
10 - Exceptional 1km
Bar Pickwicks Bistro
9.6 - Exceptional 1km
Bar La Terrazita
5.6 - Pleasant 1km
Bar The Rock Hotel
9 - Excellent 1km
Bar Terrace Restaurant at The Rock Hotel
9.2 - Excellent 1km
Cafe Gibraltar
10 - Exceptional 1km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

Catalan Bay Beach is located in Gibraltar within Catalan Bay, 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.

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Catalan Bay Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Catalan Bay Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Nearest Beaches

Sandy Bay Beach
970m 13 min walk
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8.6 Excellent
Eastern Beach, Gibraltar
1.1km 14 min walk
Eastern Beach, Gibraltar Eastern Beach, Gibraltar
7.8 Very good
Camp Bay Beach, Gibraltar
2.4km
Camp Bay Beach, Gibraltar Camp Bay Beach, Gibraltar
7.8 Very good
Playa de Levante
2.7km
Playa de Levante Playa de Levante
5.8 Pleasant
Little Bay Beach
2.8km
Little Bay Beach Little Bay Beach
6 Pleasant
La linea beach
2.9km
La linea beach La linea beach
5.8 Pleasant
Playa de la Atunara
4km
Playa de la Atunara Playa de la Atunara
8.1 Very good
Playa de Sobrevela
5.8km
Playa de Sobrevela Playa de Sobrevela
5.8 Pleasant

Localities

Catalan Bay  •  130m
Gibraltar  •  1.2km

Transport

GIB  •  1.6km
La Linea de la Concepcion  •  2.3km
Estación de tren Algeciras  •  9.8km
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7.8 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good
LP
Landy P
8 Very good

This beach near La Linea de la Concepcion is anything but peaceful. It's in need of a good tidy-up along the shoreline, and the public toilet is a good distance away, across the road. Not the ideal spot for a beach day.

March 2023
AC
Aiden C
8 Very good

An incredible spot, but the nearby construction site and the litter on the shoreline - plastic bags and bottles - can really take away from the experience.

March 2023
MZ
Miklos Zoltan
10 Exceptional

That place is truly a sight to behold! The beauty of it is unparalleled, and it's a shame that there may be development going on nearby. We can only hope that it won't be turned into a marina, as it's too perfect the way it is.

March 2023
TD
Tobiasz Dabrowski
8 Very good

Catalan Bay Beach is a great place to relax and unwind. I love it here in Gib and I'd recommend visiting soon before they demolish the old Caleta hotel and replace it with a gigantic Hilton. Such a pity!

March 2023
KW
Kane Williams
8 Very good

The beach was spotless when I visited, and I had the whole place to myself! Even in November, it was warm enough to relax. I only wish I had more time to stay longer, as I could have easily spent the whole day lounging here.

March 2023