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La Misericordia beach is a family beach in Malaga, Andalucia. We liked it for its calm and authentic atmosphere, far from the tourist hustle and bustle of the city center. Slightly off-centre, it offers a long stretch of sand and shallow waters ideal for children. This is one of Malaga’s most popular beaches, ideal for those looking for a family bathing spot in Malaga<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

In this article, we share all our useful tips for making the most of Misericordia Beach in Malaga<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

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Is Misericordia Beach worth it?<\/h2>\n\n

Yes, the Plage de la Misericordia is definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for a quieter atmosphere than the touristy beaches of central Malaga. Located in an authentic residential area, it’s a very popular square, not least for its children’s facilities and proximity to cultural venues such as La Termica, the Automobile Museum and the Russian Museum collection.However, this is an urban beach, and the view is somewhat spoiled by the bustle of the ferries in the background…<\/p>\n\n

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Type of beach<\/h2>\n\n

Sand or no sand?<\/h3>\n\n

The Misericordia beach has dark blond sand. This sand provides a pleasant surface for lying down and walking barefoot. The beach stretches for over a kilometer and is around 30 meters wide, giving you all the space you need to make yourself comfortable.<\/p>\n\n

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Swimming conditions and supervision<\/h3>\n\n

The gentle slope of the beach facilitates gradual entry into generally calm water. The depth increases gradually, which is perfect for children. The beach is supervised by lifeguards in high season. Several lifeguard posts are dotted along the beach, and a system of flags clearly indicates swimming conditions.Please note, however, that the Malaga-Melilla ferries create surprise waves as they slow down, regularly soaking the belongings of bathers sitting near the water.<\/p>\n\n

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Installations<\/h3>\n\n

We found that the Misericordia beach is well equipped for the comfort of visitors. There are free public toilets at several locations, as well as deckchair and parasol hire at reasonable prices. Outdoor showers are available, although availability may vary according to water restrictions.In summer, we even organize open-air cinema sessions.<\/p>\n\n

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The real attraction of this beach is the many children’s play areas dotted along the beach, with swings, slides and more. The promenade also features sports facilities and a bicycle path.<\/p>\n\n

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