Playa de Bocabarranco, Beach in Gáldar, Spain
The 260-meter-long Playa de Bocabarranco features dark sand and natural rock formations along the northern coast of Gran Canaria island.
The beach area contains archaeological remains from the Guanches, the original inhabitants who settled in Gran Canaria before Spanish colonization.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing practices from the rocky outcrops, representing an important part of the northern Gran Canarian coastal heritage.
The beach provides basic facilities including showers and restrooms, with additional services available in the nearby town of Gáldar.
Natural cliffs surrounding the beach create protected swimming areas and provide opportunities for observing diverse marine ecosystems.
Location: Gáldar
Address: Playa Boca Barranco, Av. del Agujero, n°1, 35469 Gáldar, Las Palmas, Spain 35469 Gáldar
Phone: +34678315366
GPS coordinates: 28.15849,-15.66541
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:17
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