What type of sand does Playa de El Médano have?

Playa de El Médano is a Golden beach, located in the east of Tenerife.

Is swimming safe at Playa de El Médano?

Swimming conditions at Playa de El Médano are moderate. Swimming is usually possible but stay cautious in strong wind or swell. Local tip: Beach in the city center, the most convenient for family swimming, especially in the morning before the wind picks up (after 1 PM the atmosphere becomes more sporty). Parking in town or nearby — easier than at Playa del Médano (Playa Grande), just a few minutes' walk away, where kitesurfing and windsurfing competitions are held.

How do you get to Playa de El Médano by bus?

Playa de El Médano is accessible by public transport: line 110.

Do you need a car to get to Playa de El Médano?

Playa de El Médano is accessible without a car, by bus or on foot depending on your starting point.

What is the best time to visit Playa de El Médano?

The best time to enjoy Playa de El Médano is Morning.

What facilities are there at Playa de El Médano?

Playa de El Médano has the following facilities: Parking, Restaurants.

Playa de El Médano — Tenerife — swim weather & daily risk

🌊Zone east · Golden

Current conditions · AEMET · Open-Meteo

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23.1°CSunny

11.3↗
km/h wind

0.8
UV · Low

24.9°C
sea · 0.6m

swimming

Updated 09:30 · 18 min agoAtlantic/Canary

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Swimming banned in part of this beach

23 September 2026 test result: enterococci levels (210 CFU/100 ml) exceed the allowed limit (200 CFU/100 ml). Granadilla de Abona town council has raised the red flag and issued a precautionary swimming ban. A re-test is underway; the beach will reopen for swimming once results confirm compliant water quality. The beach remains open — follow lifeguard instructions.