Cantabria, Spain

Playa del Rosal

Playa del Rosal is a popular beach known for its natural beauty and vibrant surfing scene. The beach is characterized by its length, extending up to 3 km towards Cape Oyambre. This long stretch of sand provides a wonderful walk along the beach, offering views of the snow-capped Picos de Europa in the spring.

The beach is frequented by a large number of visitors, particularly in August, making it a bustling location. The popularity of the beach has led to an influx of surfers, who often occupy a significant portion of the bathing area. Despite the crowd, the beach maintains its charm and remains a favorite among many visitors.

The beach has a parking area, which charges a fee of €2 per car during the high season. However, due to the high volume of visitors, parking can be challenging, especially in August. The exit from the parking area can also be congested, as there is only one street leading out.

Explore accommodation options near Playa del Rosal and enjoy a stroll along its 3 km stretch with views of the snow-capped Picos de Europa.

Despite the prohibition of dogs on the beach, enforcement of this rule seems to be lax, with a specific beach for dogs located just 500 meters away. The beach's popularity and the high number of visitors can lead to some issues with cleanliness and overcrowding, but it continues to be a beloved location for many.

What to do at Playa del Rosal?

Amenities

Playa del Rosal amenities include parking.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and length of the beach, with many appreciating the environment and the scenic walk along the beach. However, they express dissatisfaction with the overcrowding, particularly by surfers who limit the bathing area and do not respect the rules. Complaints also include poor parking organization and disregard for rules prohibiting dogs on the beach.

Where to Stay near Playa del Rosal?

If you're visiting Playa del Rosal, consider staying in the nearby town of San Vicente de la Barquera, which offers a range of accommodations and is just a short drive away. Many visitors also choose to stay in Comillas, a charming town known for its architectural beauty and proximity to the beach.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa del Rosal?

Latitude: 43.3906255 / Longitude: -4.3831749

Playa del Rosal is located in Cantabria. The following map of Playa del Rosal shows the exact location.

Playa del Rosal: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
Today offers a rather average beach day at Playa del Rosal, as conditions lean toward the mild side with frequent clouds and a bit of light mist lingering in the air. While the air temperature reaching 22.5 °C feels pleasant, the gray skies keep things feeling quite cool for long periods of sunbathing. The breeze remains noticeable throughout the day, creating some lively movement on the water with moderate waves. Given the sea temperature of 23.1 °C, the water is technically warm enough for swimming if you don't mind the lack of bright sunshine. It is a quiet day at the coast that might be better suited for a long stroll along the shoreline rather than lounging on the sand for hours.
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Air

Low / High19.6°C/22.5°C
Feels Like (High)23.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature23.1 °C
Wave Height0.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance5%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:07/21:40
Sunshine Hours11.0 hrs
UV Index5.7
Cloud Cover72%
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Wind

Speed16.5 km/h
Gusts28.1 km/h
DirectionE

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