The beach is a lot of beach, no doubt about it. But in summer it can become a nightmare with so many people and little space to park. If you’re absolutely a beach person and nothing else, the best coves in the Valencian Community you know what they are.
But if you want to escape from the large beach crowds (we do not rule out that there are some here too), you can go to one of the many natural pools that are scattered throughout the province of Valencia. These are the best natural pools and lakes that you can find near Valencia.
And if you are still in the mood for more thrills, you also have our guide with the best waterfalls of the Valencian Community.
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Playamonte
Valencia has its first inland beachplayamonte in Navarrés, recognized with the Blue Flag for its water quality, facilities and sand. Surrounded by pine forests, it offers services superior to some coastal beaches, with crystal clear water, public bathrooms, picnic areas, lifeguards and parking.
📍 Navarrés, Valencia.
El Azud – Pozo de las Escaleras (Well of the Stairs)
In the Tuéjar Valley, in the region of Los Serranos, we have this beautiful pool in the middle of nature. In addition, if you go up a little you find a small space where the waters have formed a small lake. It also has a Zone of picnic areas to spend the whole day soaking in the water.
📍 Partida Azud Nacimiento, 0, 46177 Tuéjar.
Bugarra river beach
Near this locality, the Turia (in its initial stretch, called Guadalaviar) creates a series of landscapes and basins where to bathe really beautiful. The waters are clean and crystal clear. Of course, take a good pair of flip-flops with you because you can get your feet stuck in the rocks.
📍 Bugarra, Valencia.
Quesa Ponds
In the southern part of the province we have Los Charcos de Quesa, a succession of pools where you can relax and enjoy nature. Waterfalls and natural gorges abound for a photographic site.
📍 Cam. Corbera, 46824 Quesa, Valencia.
El Gruñidor – Sot de Chera
This natural pool is located in the natural park of Sot de Chera. It is surrounded by mountains and forests and also has a couple of historical monuments of great value, such as its castle or the Hermitage of San Roque. Nearby you will also find the Toscas, a unique spring of stones and waterfalls. It is the one shown in the photo.
c. Ramón y Cajal, 12A, 46168 Sot de Chera, Valencia.
Sites of the Sellent River
Next to Bolbaite runs the river Sellent, and in its path it leaves a natural pool perfect to spend the day with friends or family. It is also a good area to do some hiking. Limited seating: ticket required for access.
📍 CV-580, Km. 8, 46822 Bolbaite, Valencia.
The Anna’s Ladder Weevil
Everyone knows Anna for its lake and lagoon, but what not everyone knows is that it also has one of the most idyllic natural pools in the Comunitat. When we arrive at Anna, only 136 steps separate us from cold and crystal clear waters. Do you dare to try it?
In addition, you are next to the route of the 3 waterfalls one of the most spectacular in the province of Valencia.
📍 Diseminado Poligono 11, 34, 46820 Anna, Valencia.
Fenced
La Saraella de Vallada and its natural saltwater pool is unique. You will find next to the beautiful spot of Las Ermitas and is an ideal area for hiking and eating in one of its picnic areas.
📍 Perpendicular Molinets Street, 39, 46691 Vallada.
Oliva
The Paraje Natural de la Font Salada de Oliva is located over a subway spring of thermal waters. This means that you can bathe here both in summer and winter at an average temperature of 23 degrees Celsius.
font Salada C.D.12, Urb. Sant Pere, 46780 Oliva, Valencia.
Pedralba – La Playeta
The Turia has many bathing zones ideal for the hot summer in Valencia. One of the best is known as “La playeta” in Pedralba. It is a small lake, not very deep, with crystalline waters.
cam. del Candilico, 46164 Pedralba, Valencia.
And if the beach is your thing, here you have the guide with the best beaches in Valencia to enjoy the Valencian summer.
Or if you prefer, a swim in the Turia with fresh, clean and uncrowded water is never a bad idea: these are the best ones our favorite Zones for swimming in the Turia this summer.