Monsul Beach in San José - Spain
Information on the Monsul Beach in San José (Andalusia)
Description and location of the Monsul Beach in San José (Andalusia)
Our opinion on the Monsul Beach
Monsul beach (Playa de Monsul) is the most famous beach of the natural park of Cabo de Gata-Nijar. It served for the filming location of Indiana Jones and of The Last Crusade (we see in particular its big rocks on the left side).
Wild beach with no equipment, it is very popular for its sublime environment of volcanic origin with its fine sand. More little than its neighboor « Los Genoveses », it is quickly full in summer … On the left side, a gigantic dune offers a sublime panorama on the surroundings … and to the lighthouse of Cabo de Gata. Behind some little sandy coves (more difficult to access but less frequented) cen serve as a backup base for those seeking a little tranquility.
We only regret the clay side at the level of access (not really pleasant). The sand at the level of the sea (and in a band of 30m) is fine and very pleasant.
Like for the nearby beaches, the access is made from a path (4 km long) from San Jose (very well indicated) in very good condition. The parking is 400 meters from the beach (fee, 5€ per vehicle). In summer, as soon as the parking is full, the access is closed (in August from 10am …). We can then access to this beach by bus (1.5 €, every 30 minutes), by bike or by walking.
Characteristics of the Monsul Beach
Type of beach
- Creek
- Shade
- Lawn
- Pebbles
- Sand
- Cement
Equipment on the beach
- Handicap accessible
- Shower
- Mattress rental
- Free parking
- Payed parking
- Paddle boats
- Lifeguards in season
- Restaurants
- WC
Recreation
- Beach volleyball
- Nautical Center
- Sand Yachting
- Nursery
- Fishing
- Nautical sports
- Surfing
- Scuba diving
- Kitesurfing
Location
- Difficult access
- Nude beach
- Wild beach
- Near city center
Miscellaneous
- Barbecues permitted
- Dogs allowed
- Smoke-free beach
Photos of the Monsul Beach
Pleasant beach of the park of Cabo de Gata-Nijar tucked between a hill on one side and a huge dune on the other.
From the dune, beautiful view on this beach. It is from here that we measure the wild side of this southern area of San Jose.
At the distance, we begin to distinguish the lighthouse of Cabo de Gata.
The dune is a beautiful playground.
Big rock on the left side ... the fans of « Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade » will probably recognize it ... some scenes from Steven Spielberg’s film were shot here.
With a piece of wood, it is even more real !
The background of the beach is a little less interesting with a very clay soil ...
... but an exceptional environment ...
Here is the access path to this beach, good condition but you have to drive slowly (about 4 km).
