Beaches of the Albufera Natural Park: the Mediterranean in its purest form
Just 10 minutes from Valencia, 17 kilometers of fine, golden sandy beaches await you. Within the Natural Park are El Saler, La Devesa, and La Garrofera, surrounded by dunes and pine forests. Pinedo, the only beach that allows access with pets, and Perellonet-Recatí, an urbanized beach among rice fields, complete the nearby coastline. A unique environment to relax and enjoy the Mediterranean in the heart of nature.
Beaches of L’Albufera Natural Park
Nature, dunes and the Mediterranean in its purest form
La Devesa Beach
The wildest jewel with 5 kilometers of total freedom. It is the only truly unspoiled fine sand beach, located in the heart of the Natural Park among pine trees and dunes.
L’Arbre del Gos beach
An oasis of tranquility spanning 2.6 kilometers next to the first dunes of l'Albufera. Its fine sand and bike lane make it perfect for a wild getaway very close to the city.
La Garrofera beach
Unspoiled nature along 1.5 kilometers of idyllic coastline. Enjoy absolute peace on its fine sand, surrounded by a protected dune ridge that will make you disconnect from everything.
Pinedo beach
The perfect balance between city and nature across its 1.5 kilometers of fine sand. It features a lively promenade, all services, and a designated area for pets.
El Saler Beach
In the heart of the Dehesa de El Saler Natural Park and with natural dunes. Enjoy 2.6 km of fine golden sand in a wild environment with quality services.
El Perellonet - Recatí Beach
Ideal for families in a residential area with fine sand and calm waters. Its 3 kilometers of extension feature all the necessary services for a day of total relaxation.
What to do on the natural beaches
The beaches in the south combine swimming and nature. In addition to enjoying the sea, you can explore trails among dunes and pine forests, watch birds, or discover the Albufera lake and its unique landscape, one of the most special in the Mediterranean.
El Saler, nature among dunes and pine forests
A natural paradise next to L'Albufera with beaches of dunes, pine forests and unforgettable boat sunsets. Nature, rice fields and authentic flavours in one of the most special landscapes in Valencia.
L'Albufera de Valencia Natural Park
Pure nature, dreamlike sunsets, boat rides, and relaxation in capital letters. Like an urban oasis surrounded by rice fields and forest: that is the L'Albufera Natural Park, the place where paella was born.
El Palmar de Valencia: the heart of L'Albufera
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Routes through L'Albufera Natural Park
Discover the magic of L’Albufera through unique routes among rice fields and dunes. Explore the heart of the natural park on foot or by bike and let yourself be seduced by its biodiversity.
Where to eat near the beach
The Albufera area is the best place to try authentic Valencian cuisine. In El Palmar and by the lake, you’ll find restaurants specializing in rice, wood-fired paella, and traditional all-i-pebre, full of flavors from the sea and the orchard.
How to get to the beaches of l’Albufera
Getting there is easy and quick from Valencia. You can access the area by metropolitan bus, car, or bicycle via the bike lane that connects the city with El Saler and the Albufera Natural Park. You can use public transport with the EMT urban bus lines 24 and 25. Line 24 connects central Valencia with El Palmar, and line 25 with El Perellonet.
With the Valencia Tourist Card, you can get there easily as it includes all public transport with unlimited travel for 24, 48, or 72 hours on urban and metropolitan buses, metro (zones A and B, including the airport stop), tram, and Renfe commuter trains.
Activities in l’Albufera and its surroundings
The natural park offers unique experiences beyond the beach: boat rides on the lake, guided tours through the rice fields, unforgettable sunsets, and visits to the village of El Palmar to discover the essence of this landscape.
Guided bike tour to the Albufera with horchata and fartons tasting
Tour of the surrounding beaches
Take the opportunity to explore the beaches around Valencia and discover different spots along each stretch. From Pinedo, ideal for visiting with your pet, through El Saler and La Devesa, to Garrofera and Perellonet-Recatí, each beach offers its own charm: dunes, pine forests, rice fields, and unspoiled landscapes that combine sea and nature. A perfect route for walking, cycling, or simply enjoying a full day by the Mediterranean.
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