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Los Charcos de Valleseco Beach (Santa Cruz de Tenerife)

Los Charcos de Valleseco is the urban bathing area on the north side of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It combines volcanic coastline, floating platforms for swimmers and a wide promenade with shade structures. Below is a visual guide with access details, facilities, safety information and event space.

Overview of the bathing area

Wide overview of Los Charcos de Valleseco showing the floating docks inside the breakwater and swimmers enjoying calm water.

Coastline and sea platforms

The protected coves and platforms make entry easy even when Atlantic swell is present. The setting faces the harbour mouth, with views of ships and the old wooden pier remains.

Rocky shoreline of Los Charcos with the old wooden pier and a ferry offshore beyond the breakwater. Panoramic view from Los Charcos toward the port with storage tanks, cranes and a calm pebble beach.

Promenade and public space

The promenade runs along the water with benches and shade. Families gather here for walks and evening swims, and the floating docks are a popular feature for kids.

People strolling and gathering near the shaded plaza beside the water at Los Charcos. Seafront promenade of Los Charcos with benches, railing and parking along the cliffside. View from above across the Los Charcos promenade and breakwaters with people enjoying the waterfront.

Vehicle access

Access by road is straightforward and clearly signposted. A pedestrian bridge links the upper street with the waterfront area.

Two-lane access road leading to Los Charcos with a pedestrian footbridge and the harbour control tower in the distance.

Map and safety information

At the entrances you’ll find a site plan and the official safety panel explaining the beach flag system and lifeguard hours. Check the flag before entering the water.

Orientation board titled Playa de Charcos de Valleseco with a detailed plan of platforms, ramps, terraces and services. Information sign for Los Charcos showing beach flag colors and seasonal lifeguard schedules.

Events and on-site emergency cover

The plaza hosts concerts and community activities, particularly on weekends. During events, emergency and medical teams are present and clearly visible.

Open-air concert stage set against the rocky hillside near Los Charcos. Yellow emergency ambulance parked beside the promenade during an event at Los Charcos de Valleseco.

Parking and surroundings

A large surface car park sits right behind the promenade. The hillside neighbourhood overlooks the water, adding a distinctive urban backdrop.

Parking area next to Los Charcos promenade with a flamboyant tree in bloom. Houses on the hillside above the Los Charcos waterfront and parking.

Los Charcos de Valleseco is a convenient place for a swim close to Santa Cruz city: easy access, promenades with shade, floating platforms and regular events. Check the safety flags, bring footwear for the pebbles, and enjoy a relaxed seaside stop with harbour views.