Playa de Fuente Prior, Sand beach in Parque de Fuentes Blancas, Burgos, Spain.
Playa de Fuente Prior is an artificial beach along the riverbank within Parque de Fuentes Blancas, with sandy areas for swimming and grassy zones for resting. The beach offers different sections for sunbathing, playing, and picnicking by the water.
The beach was built in 1985 to give residents of Burgos a place to swim and relax during summer months. The facility was created as part of a plan to bring water recreation to the city.
Families and friends gather here on warm days to swim and spend time together. The spot is especially popular with locals during summer months as a place to meet and relax.
The area is easily reached by several bus lines that provide direct access to the beach. Visitors will find parking nearby and should allow time for changing, as there are changing areas available.
This beach brings seaside living to the heart of Castile, far from any coast, where city dwellers can enjoy swimming without traveling far. It is an unexpected way to create a beach experience on an inland river.
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