Playa de Cantal Roig
Vibanezmas · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Calp · Alicante

Playa de Cantal Roig

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

220 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high24 °CUV3WavesModerateJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Directions →
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
☂
SkyCloudy with light rain
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain55%
Humidity77%
WindSW 13 km/hGusts 20 km/h
Water21 °C
Maximum UV3
WavesModerate

This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.

Environmental estimate

Conditions less favourable for jellyfish arrival

Forecast wind and the regional coastline orientation are less favourable for jellyfish transport towards the shore. This is a limited-confidence regional physical indicator; it does not confirm the presence or absence of jellyfish at this beach.

Accumulated wind11 km/h · 227°Water temperature21 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.

Next hours

Town of Calp
Today16:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 55% · ↝ S 7 km/h
Today19:00☁20°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ SW 12 km/h
Today22:00☂19°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SW 9 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁18°Overcast☂ 45% · ↝ SW 19 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☀20°Clear☂ 45% · ↝ SW 35 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☀18°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 20 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 13 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☀25°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 14 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☀24°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 15 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☀21°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 10 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☀19°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 13 km/h
Friday 1301:00☀18°Clear · ↝ SW 15 km/h
Friday 1304:00☀16°Clear · ↝ SW 12 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of cloudy with light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 55% chance of rain and wind SW at 13 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 24 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

☁

Mostly cloudy

Low 19°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 61–90% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

☀

Clear

Low 18°High 25°
☂ Rain 45% ↝ light Gusts 63 km/h Humidity 40–100% ≈ rough ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

☀

Clear

Low 16°High 18°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Gusts 29 km/h Humidity 64–65% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

◐

Sunny intervals

Low 14°High 24°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ S · 15 km/h Humidity 55–80% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Sea state

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 11/11 14:09
≈

Moderate

Water temperature21 °C

WindLight

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test09/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES52100047M03047C1
E. coli3 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci10 NMP/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationEXCELLENT2025 season · EEA · does not describe current conditions

The 2026 season does not yet have a final annual classification. The 2025 result is historical; for recent conditions, check the latest test and any published incidents.

View all test results
DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
09/09/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2026Suitable for bathing17 UFC/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2026Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
22/07/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2026Suitable for bathing33 UFC/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
07/07/2026Suitable for bathing73 UFC/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2026Suitable for bathing15 UFC/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
26/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2026Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL52 NMP/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
11/09/2025Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
03/09/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
27/08/2025Suitable for bathing15 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
20/08/2025Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL85 NMP/100 mL
13/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
06/08/2025Suitable for bathing13 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
22/07/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2025Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
09/07/2025Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
03/06/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
20/05/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
03/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 EXCELLENT EEA2020 EXCELLENT EEA2019 EXCELLENT EEA2018 EXCELLENT EEA2017 EXCELLENT EEA2016 EXCELLENT EEA2015 EXCELLENT EEA

A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.

Water quality

The latest microbiological sample was taken on 9/09/2026. The available annual classification for 2025 is excellent; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.

Beach at a glance

What it is like

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa de Cantal Roig is a small golden-sand beach beside the Puerto de Calpe, 220 metres long and 20 metres wide. Although the listing classifies it as natural, its immediate surroundings are the Natura 2000 Network protected area and are marked by the proximity of the Peñón de Ifach, a Natural Park and symbol of Calpe. Its usual waters are calm. Access is easy on foot or by car via Avenida de Europa, with parking for fewer than 50 vehicles. The adjacent harbour area has bars and restaurants, as well as toilets and children’s play equipment.

Length220 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width20 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingNaturalLevel of development
Coastal settingProtected natural areaSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Children’s area
MarinaReal Club Náutico de Calpe

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and a children’s area.

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Real Club Náutico de Calpe marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

✓
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
✓
BusUrban bus, Puerto Calpe

Safety and assistance

⚑
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
+
First aidPublished first-aid post
!
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
+
Nearest health facilityHospital de Levante · 23 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Avda. de Europa.

Location

Directions

Open directions in Google Maps

Practical ideas for your visit

Near this beach

Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.

About these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.

A few kilometres away

Nearby beaches

Playa de Morelló
Calp

Playa de Morelló

0.3 kmfrom this beach
☀ 21 °C · cloudy with light rain◉ Water 21 °C
View conditions and facilities →
Calp

Cala El Racó

0.6 kmfrom this beach
☀ 21 °C · cloudy with light rain★ Blue Flag ◉ Water 21 °C
View conditions and facilities →
Calpe/Calp

Playa del Raco de Calp

0.7 kmfrom this beach
☀ 21 °C · cloudy with light rain◉ Water 21 °C
View conditions and facilities →
Playa de La Fossa
Calp

Playa de La Fossa

0.9 kmfrom this beach
☀ 21 °C · cloudy with light rain★ Blue Flag ◉ Water 20 °C
View conditions and facilities →
Playa de L'Arenal-Bol
Calp

Playa de L'Arenal-Bol

1.6 kmfrom this beach
☀ 21 °C · cloudy with light rain★ Blue Flag ◉ Water 21 °C
View conditions and facilities →
Playa de La Calalga
Calp

Playa de La Calalga

1.7 kmfrom this beach
☀ 21 °C · cloudy with light rain◉ Water 20 °C
View conditions and facilities →