The beaches of Tarifa are ideal for kite surfing
La Caleta
Rocky coves often missed by tourists just to the east of the town. This beach has been awarded the blue flag by the European Union for high standards of cleanliness and facilities.
Playa Chica
A small family beach, very popular with local residents. Located by the causeway called Muelle de Rivera to the west of the town.
Playa de los Lances
The 10 km of white sandy paradise for which Tarifa is famous. Located north of the town as far as small headland on which sits Torre de la Peña. The beach and the pines behind it are officially protected as a Natural Area. Location of 2001 world kite surf championships.
Beach in Tarifa
Playa de Valdevaqueros
Stretching from small headland on which sits Torre de la Peña near the Hurricane Hotel to the huge dunes which stretch across the beach at the headland known as Punta Paloma. Location of annual world wind surf championships. A small lagoon lies behind the sand at the north end.
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