Playa el Pirata — Attraction in Barbate

Hidden Gem for Snorkeling & Relaxation Playa del Pirata is a small and cozy beach, perfect if you're looking for a more peaceful spot. We visited on a Friday in July and were surprised to find it not crowded at all, with just a handful of people around.

Keep in mind that the space is quite limited, especially during high tide, so arriving early or during low tide is a good idea. One of the highlights is the rocky water area, which is home to various fish, a fantastic place for snorkeling if you're into exploring...

Very nice sandy beach. In early September, not too crowded. The sea bottom is sandy and waves are not particularly high, as opposed to other nearby beaches. The water is clean, but there are some seaweeds because of waves. In early September I would recommend swimming in the afternoon: the water is a bit cold but you get used to it. Restaurants and...

Durante gran parte del año es un lugar para disfrutar de paz y tranquilidad en donde evadirse, disfrutar de la naturaleza así como de espectaculares vistas y de playas casi vírgenes.

En período estival la cosa cambia. Al haber sólo una carretera principal, se producen atascos, Si no conoces los carriles de tierra, no hay sitio en donde aparcar, al ser una playa pequeña y tanta gente, no se cabe. Lo bueno es que es una playa rural y lo malo es que al ser rural, no tiene infraestructuras para tanta gente en los 2...