Platja Cala Murtra is a serene and remote beach, known for its tranquility and natural beauty. The beach is characterized by its rocky terrain, with no sand, making it advisable for visitors to bring a chair. The water near the beach is noted to be warmer and calmer, becoming clearer as one moves away from the shore towards the rocks. The depth of the water near the buoys is approximately 20 feet.
The beach is a popular spot for snorkeling, with a variety of marine life, including starfish, sea hedgehogs, and a plethora of fish near the rocks.
Access to Platja Cala Murtra is somewhat challenging. Visitors must park on the road or in a small parking area with space for four cars, followed by a descent of about 300 feet. The journey from the road to the beach typically takes between 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the route taken. The path is described as a dirt, narrow, and uneven track that goes downhill. Despite the challenging access, many visitors find the experience worthwhile due to the beach's spectacular natural scenery.
Platja Cala Murtra amenities include parking.
Visitor reviews highlight the tranquility and natural beauty of the beach, with its warm, calm waters and abundant marine life near the rocks being particularly appreciated. The beach's remote location and the challenging access, involving a considerable walk and difficult terrain, are also noted as unique aspects that some visitors find appealing. However, the beach's status as a nudist spot, its rocky terrain, and the lack of clear water near the shore are points of dissatisfaction for some visitors.
Visitors to Platja Cala Murtra often stay in the nearby town of Roses, which offers a range of accommodation options from hotels to vacation rentals. Many tourists include Platja Cala Murtra as part of a broader itinerary exploring the scenic Costa Brava region, known for its beautiful beaches and charming coastal towns.
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Latitude: 42.2397538 / Longitude: 3.2247785
Platja Cala Murtra is located in Catalonia. The following map of Platja Cala Murtra shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 24.5Ā°C/31Ā°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 32.8Ā°C |
| Sea Temperature | 25.2 Ā°C |
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| Wave Height | 0.2 m |
| Rain Chance | 3% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:15/21:27 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 7.8 |
| Cloud Cover | 9% |
| Speed | 22.7 km/h |
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| Gusts | 46.1 km/h |
| Direction | NE |
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