Today, we’re happily stopping at one of Spain’s top pet-friendly destinations: the Valencian Community. Currently, you can enjoy 15 beaches in the Valencian Community with your dog. And judging by what we’ve seen, there will surely be many more very soon. Will you join us?
Dog-friendly beaches in Castellón
1. Aiguaoliva Beach. This beach in Vinarós was the first dog-friendly beach in the province of Castellón and consists of small pebbles. It holds the ISO 14001 environmental certification, awarded by AENOR, which guarantees its proper maintenance, cleanliness, and respect for the environment.
2. Les Llanetes Beach. Also in Vinarós, this is a small beach about 150 meters long, made up of gravel and pebbles. It stands out for the beauty of its cliffs and is ideal for relaxing and scuba diving. It opened last year and worked quite well.
3. L’Estany Beach, in Punta Capicorb. It is located at the mouth of the San Miguel River, in Alcossebre, and although it opened in 2016, it seems not to meet users’ needs or preferences, as they have complained on more than one occasion.
4. Belcaire Beach. On July 28, 2017, the town council designated a section of this beach for visitors with dogs in Moncofa, where they can go year-round. It is a beach about 30 meters wide, made up of gravel and sand.
Dog-friendly beaches in Valencia
The province of Valencia currently has four dog-friendly beaches, two of them located very close to the capital. So if you’re visiting the city, you can easily take a beach trip.
1. Pinedo Dog Beach. Last year, a dog-friendly area opened south of the city at Pinedo Beach, and we already told you about it at the time. It is a stretch of beach with fine sand and calm waters, located in the area closest to the city’s port.
2. La Torreta-Santa Elvira Beach. This dog-friendly beach in El Puig consists of stones, pebbles, and sand.
3. Playa-Can. This beach in Gandia is one of the most visited and best-rated. It is located on an extensive, beautiful beach with fine sand and dunes, overlooking the mountains. Following all the rules is mandatory. In fact, attendants ensure that they are followed and provide the wooden stakes where pets must be tied while they are on the sand. They may be let off the leash in the water. There is also a drinking-water hose for washing the ARISTOPERROS and removing the salt.
4. El Brosquil Beach. In Cullera, this semi-urban beach is surrounded by private residential developments, which makes access somewhat difficult. It is a sandy beach more than 2,000 meters long and 30 meters wide, ideal for running, playing, and enjoying a relaxing vacation on the Costa Blanca.
Dog-friendly beaches in Alicante
Alicante is the province in the Valencian Community with the most dog-friendly beaches. A large number opened last year and, given their success and warm reception, they remain available in summer 2017. Let’s take a look!
1. Caleta els Gossets. In Santa Pola lies the former Cala III, part of the Cuartel Coves, next to Cape Santa Pola. It is a fine-sand beach that has received unanimous approval from the ARISTOPADRES who have been lucky enough to visit it.
2. Doggy Beach is located between Urbanova and Alicante. It occupies a stretch of beach with sand and pebbles, and also has a beach bar where you can grab a bite and cool off.
3. North Breakwater Beach. This is a small beach in Dénia, located next to the North Breakwater. It opened in 2016 and has some aspects that could be improved, as some users say it is somewhat dirty and lacks services.
4. Punta del Riu Sec Beach. This beach in El Campello was the first dog-friendly beach in the province of Alicante. Although it faced several detractors at first, it is now well established as a dog-friendly beach and is one of the most visited. It consists of small pebbles and is very easy to reach by car.
5. Barranc Beach. This dog-friendly beach, also located in El Campello, opened last year. Made up of stones and sand, it is surrounded by natural landscapes, ideal for those seeking greater tranquility.
6. El Xarco Cove. This small beach in Villajoyosa is difficult to access and surrounded by private residential developments. There is not much parking, so it is advisable to go early.
7. Mar y Montaña Beach. Although this small dog-friendly beach in Altea opened in August 2016, it had always been frequented by visitors with dogs. Only now, however, can they do so legally. Like other beaches in the area, it consists of small round stones and very little sand.
Remember that it is very important to protect your pet from the heat. Even at the beach, your dog can still suffer heatstroke. So stay alert. With that said, if you would like to continue the itinerary through the best beaches for dogs, we invite you to join us in Catalonia or travel a little farther to Galicia. You can even leave the mainland and head to the Balearic Islands.
