Playa Tres Piedras- La Ballena Pm2

21.2°C Water temp · Jun 8

Spain Coastal 0 - Not classified 21.2°C

Satellite image of PLAYA TRES PIEDRAS- LA BALLENA PM2 — Satellite image © Esri

Tres Piedras - La Ballena is a natural Atlantic coastal bathing water located in Chipiona, Cádiz, Andalusia. The beach extends 2,300 meters in length with an average width of 45 meters and features golden sand composition. Swimming conditions are characterized by moderate wave action with exposure to Atlantic swell, primarily from the west. The bathing area is situated within a protected dune system and benefits from medium occupancy levels.

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Water

Natural Atlantic coastal water. Shallow waters with sandy and rocky substrate. Meso-tidal range of 2–4 meters. Current regime dominates toward south, south-southeast, and southeast. Wave regime predominantly from the west and secondarily from the southeast. Exposed to wave action.

Location

Chipiona, Cádiz, Andalusia. Access is on foot with disabled access available. Signage is present. The nearest sports port is Puerto Deportivo de Chipiona.

Facilities

Red Cross station, lifeguard and rescue equipment, surveillance equipment, signage, boardwalks, accessible facilities for disabled users, toilets, showers, waste bins, and cleaning service.

Season

1 June to 30 September

Water Quality

Classified as Excellent during all monitored seasons: 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. Low short-term microbiological contamination risk (24-hour duration) from diffuse sources including land use, built and altered surfaces, and agricultural areas. Rivers contributing to water quality include Ayo de la Ballena and río Nuevo.

Risks

Low risk of jellyfish proliferation. Low risk of phytoplankton proliferation. Low risk of macroalgae proliferation.