El Ancón

El Ancón is a urban beach of black volcanic sand in Carboneras (Almería), on the Almería coast (Almería Levante). In addition, it has been awarded the 2026-2027 Blue Flag.

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Weather at El Ancón

The forecast for this beach is updated several times a day and will be available shortly.

Beach facts

Province
Almería
Region
Andalusia
Setting
Sea beach
Surface
Black volcanic sand
Blue Flag 2026
Yes
Coordinates
37.00320, -1.88910

Map and directions

Directions (Google Maps) View on OpenStreetMap

Nearby beaches

Los Barquicos

Carboneras · 1,1 km

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All beaches in Carboneras · Map of beaches on the Almería coast

Frequently asked questions

Where is El Ancón?

El Ancón is in the municipality of Carboneras, in the province of Almería (Andalusia). Its coordinates are 37.00320, -1.88910.

Does El Ancón have a Blue Flag?

Yes: it is on ADEAC's list of 2026-2027 Blue Flag beaches.

What is the weather like at El Ancón today?

The forecast is updated several times a day; if it is not shown yet, come back in a few hours.

Sources

  1. Wikidata: Q28122346
  2. OpenStreetMap: way/257360404
  3. ADEAC. Blue Flag beaches 2026-2027