Playa de la Magdalena, Coastal beach in Santander, Spain
The beach extends for 350 meters along the southern part of Magdalena Peninsula, featuring fine golden sand and two offshore islands called La Torre and La Horadada.
The beach location gained prominence in the early 1900s when the Magdalena Palace was constructed nearby as a summer residence for the Spanish royal family.
Maritime traditions influence the local activities, with a sailing school offering instruction and boat rentals for water enthusiasts throughout the summer season.
The beach includes designated swimming areas marked by buoys, water temperature averaging 15°C, and access points through Avenida Reina Victoria near Magdalena Palace.
The beach position between two small islands creates specific wave patterns and water conditions, making it different from other beaches in Santander Bay.
Location: Cantabria
GPS coordinates: 43.46786,-3.77187
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:20
Palacio de la Magdalena
488 m
Sardinero
1.4 km
Túnel del tren de Pombo
1.4 km
Playa de los Bikinis
219 m
Gran Casino del Sardinero
978 m
Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico
1.1 km
El Camello Beach
338 m
Parque de La Magdalena
295 m
Mouro Island Lighthouse
1.4 km
Playa Los Peligros
555 m
Playa de El Puntal (Cantabria)
1.1 km
Playa de La Concha
938 m
Homenaje a las Víctimas del Terrorismo
144 m
Baliza de la cerda
649 m
Playa del Sardinero
1.3 km
Monumento a José del Río Sainz
345 m
Monumento a la Tierra Paralela
1.2 km
Monumento a José Estrañi
974 m
Monumento a Enrique Gran
506 m
Estatua sedente de Gerardo Diego
701 m
Galeones de la Magdalena
331 m
Monumento a Jorge Sepúlveda
704 m
Monument to Felix Rodriguez de la Fuente
179 m
Fuente y humilladero Virgen del Mar
676 m
Playa del Camello
353 m
Mapa en relieve de Cantabria
1.3 km
Monumento a los Hombres del Mar
1.2 km
Monumento a la Mesa Zodiacal
1.2 kmReviews
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