Beach, wetland and harbour give Grau De Gandia different facets. Playa Nord is an urban beach more than three kilometres long; to its north, Playa de l’Auir stretches out with its dune landscape. The Marjal de Gandia adds a Mediterranean wetland to the coastal attractions. This gives you a choice of different focuses for your stay: beach walks, nature and architecture.

Playa Nord and Playa de l’Auir

Playa Nord is an urban beach more than three kilometres long. Its fine sandy area covers 300,000 square metres. The front row of the beach is an open area reserved for pedestrians, with a wide surface free of level changes or architectural barriers. Playa Nord also has a cycle path used for running, skating and cycling. At certain times, facilities are available where you can rent windsurfing boards and take light-sailing lessons. Check in advance which activities are available for your travel dates.

Playa de l’Auir stretches north of Playa Nord between Carrer Ribera Baixa and the Vaca River. It is an officially designated and signposted naturist beach; raised walkways run through the dune landscape. Playa de l’Auir is considered one of the few remaining unspoilt beaches in the Mediterranean, with the highest level of protection in the Valencian Community. This makes it markedly different from the urban beach of Playa Nord.

Marjal de Gandia and Ullals

The Marjal de Gandia is a Mediterranean coastal wetland. It is listed both in the Wetlands Catalogue of the Valencian Community and in the Natura 2000 network. Its biological communities have high biodiversity; bird species include mallards and herons. Those interested in wetlands will find a different focus here than on the open beach.

Ullals consists of small, circular and sometimes deep ponds formed by numerous springs. The Ullals wetland is equipped with walkways and paths for visitors. Aula Natura is a recreational facility and serves as an interpretation centre for the surroundings of the Marjal de Gandia. Check the current opening arrangements before visiting.

Harbour and architecture

The port of Gandia has several areas for public use, water sports and fishing. The Tinglados del Puerto have been recognised as Bienes de Relevancia Local since 2018. The Museo del Mar is located in the port’s Tinglado No. 15. Its collection includes more than a hundred scale reproductions of historic and modern ships. Check current access arrangements before planning a museum visit.

The Iglesia de San Nicolás by the sea is one of the most representative examples of 20th-century religious architecture and a landmark of modern architecture. Together with the Tinglados, it offers another cultural focus alongside the coastal and natural attractions.

Guided tour and getting around

A guided tour of the Grau and the port of Gandia is available year-round by prior reservation and lasts 1.5 to 2 hours. It covers the neighbourhood’s origins and development, notable buildings, and commercial and transport activities. Check the current booking conditions before planning.

La Marina is a public bus service connecting Gandia with the beach. As the current frequency should be checked before travelling, it is worth consulting the timetable for your travel dates.

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