Playa de El Chinarral, Mediterranean beach in Algeciras, Spain.
Playa de El Chinarral is a sandy beach in Algeciras situated between Punta de San Garcia and El Rodeo. The shore stretches for about 250 meters with fine sand mixed with rocky reefs that define the water's edge.
This coastal stretch lies near historic maritime routes that have passed through the Strait of Gibraltar for centuries. The location made the area important for seafaring activities and trade between the Mediterranean and Atlantic waters.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing practices near the beach, using small boats to navigate around the underwater rock formations.
Getting to the beach means walking through residential neighborhoods where paths are not always obvious. Parking is limited, especially in summer, so arriving early or exploring alternative routes is helpful.
Below the surface lies a reef called Las Hermanas that creates colored water patterns and hosts many Mediterranean fish species. This underwater system is notable for snorkeling and diving, though easy to miss from the shoreline.
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