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.
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.
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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 dishes, wood-fired paella, and traditional dishes like all-i-pebre, full of flavors from the sea and the orchard.
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.
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.
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.
