We’re continuing our tour of the best dog-friendly beaches in Spain, and today we’re making a very dog-friendly stop in Catalonia. In this region, there are quite a few beaches where you can enjoy a day of sun and salt water with your ARISTODOG, without any worries or problems. Ready?
Dog-friendly beaches in Girona:
1. La Rubina Beach, in Empuriabrava. It was the first dog-friendly beach in Catalonia and a pioneer in Spain, a true example of coexistence that has become a kind of pilgrimage site. You have to visit it. A wild beach with fine sand and dunes, protected from the building boom, where kitesurfing is also permitted.
2. Rec del Molí Beach, in l’Escala. This dog-friendly beach was opened recently. The dog area occupies half of the beach. Its surroundings are peaceful and there are many services nearby.
3. Dog area at Els Griells Beach, in Estartit. This is a small section that has been open to dogs since last year. Perhaps it compensates for the ban on dogs at La Platera Beach since 2016.
Dog-friendly beaches in Barcelona:
1. Llevant Beach, in Barcelona. It opened successfully last year (a total of 13,241 dogs enjoyed it, according to the City Council), and it is being consolidated this year. Thanks to the City Council’s work, a fountain adapted for all types of dogs has been installed, with water coming out at higher pressure—instead of being sprayed, as it was last year. The base of the urinals is now made of filtering plastic rather than metal, reducing the surface temperature.
This area covers 1,250 square meters and will be open until September 25. It is physically separated from the rest of the beach for swimmers, which helps everyone feel more at ease. Capacity is limited to 100 dogs, which may only enter if they are identified by microchip.
2. Cala Vallcarca, located in Sitges, is one of the most visited dog-friendly beaches in the province of Barcelona. It is 65 meters long and 20 meters wide, with fine sand and a gradual entry into the sea. It is relatively isolated, although it is next to a cement plant—which undoubtedly detracts from the surroundings. It has parking and a beach bar. If you want to see it, click here.
3. Les Salines Beach, in the town of Cubelles. It is located next to a thermal power plant—which is not ideal either—but despite this, it is a small beach that has been very well received by ARISTOPARENTS and ARISTODOGS since it opened. It can now be enjoyed not only from October to May, but throughout the entire year—as long as the animals remain in the designated area.
4. La Picòrdia Beach, in Arenys de Mar. The city council has decided to designate a section of beach for people to visit with their dogs this summer. It will be open from June 1 to September 16, from eight in the morning to eight in the evening, and only dogs registered in the town may enter. It is worth bearing this in mind.
5. Dog area in Pineda de Mar. This area of fine sand and calm, crystal-clear waters is available for people to enjoy with their dogs 365 days a year, with no time restrictions. It is well worth discovering.
Dog-friendly beaches in Tarragona:
1. Riera d’Alforja Beach, in Cambrills. A pebble and sand beach that Cambrils City Council opened last year. Fortunately, it is gradually improving, and this year the swimming area has been marked with buoys and access to the beach has been enclosed with a wooden fence—which replaces last year’s stakes and ropes. In addition, seventeen sanitary cabins have been installed, also made of wood, six of which have been adapted for people with reduced mobility.
2. Bassa de l’Arena Beach, in Riumar. One of the best dog-friendly beaches in all of Catalonia, thanks to its size, fine golden sand, and wonderful surroundings: the Ebro Delta.
3. Cala Cementiri, in Ametlla de Mar. Lots of rocks and little sand. It is only 20 meters long and 15 meters wide. Although it is easy to reach, both on foot and by car, it is not a bad option for a getaway with your furry friend.
4. Bon Caponet Beach, also in Ametlla de Mar. It is a peaceful, semi-urban setting, 50 meters long and 14 meters wide. Because of its rocky ground and the frequent presence of seaweed, it is not very popular with swimmers, which is why the City Council decided to give it another use.
5. Platjola Beach, in Alcanar. Ideal for taking a dip this summer because it is easy to access—next to the road. It is a narrow beach made up of small pebbles. It bears the title of “virgin beach”, as it forms part of the group of beaches and coves of les Timbes, which have significant environmental and ecological value. A spot that you will both undoubtedly enjoy.
We hope you found this post interesting. If you want to discover other dog-friendly beaches in Galicia, click here. And if you want to learn about others throughout the rest of Spain, stay tuned to our posts!