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Platja del Cavaió

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Quick answer: Platja del Cavaió today

Platja del Cavaió is a BeachFinder spot in ES-E, ES. Today, compare water temperature 25°C, wind 6 km/h · NW, uv 7.8, waves 0.0 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature
25°C
Wind
6 km/h · NW
UV
7.8
Waves
0.0 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Jun 25, 03:00 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 86/100

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Updated: Jun 25, 03:00 AM
Water temp
25°C
Air temp
23°C
Feels like
24°C
UV index
7.8
Wind
6 km/h · NW
Gust 20 km/h
Waves
0.0 m
Current
1 km/h · NE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo

Platja del Cavaió

Platja del Cavaió stretches along the Maresme coast in Northern Catalonia, about 40 kilometers north of Barcelona. This section of the Mediterranean coast is characterized by a succession of small coves and pocket beaches, framed by modest limestone cliffs and pine forests that descend to the sea. The shore, typical of this coastal region, alternates between sandy areas and rocky access points, reflecting the geological profile of the Maresme where the mountainous hinterland gradually meets the Mediterranean. The beach itself remains a discreet destination, without major facilities. In the immediate vicinity, Platja de la Picòrdia (1.9 kilometers away) and Platja de la Musclera (3.7 kilometers away) are the closest landmarks on the local coastline. Unlike these neighbors which benefit from more direct road access, Platja del Cavaió retains a more secluded character, accessible mainly by coastal paths or side roads. The atmosphere remains that of an undeveloped Mediterranean cove, where clear water and relative silence dominate. No supervision service is provided on site, and access for people with reduced mobility is not provided. The beach does not have the Blue Flag label. Visitors are advised to come self-sufficient, with their own equipment and provisions.

About this spot

The name Cavaió refers to local Catalan geography, where diminutive suffixes like -ó are common for small landscape features. This beach is part of the natural heritage of Maresme, a region historically focused on fishing and coastal agriculture. During the 20th century, while mass tourism transformed the beaches south of Barcelona, the small coves of northern Maresme retained a more discreet profile, attracting mainly local residents and coastal hikers. The trails of the Costa del Maresme, which connect these beaches, remain preferred routes for those wishing to discover the Catalan coast outside standard tourist circuits.

Updated 5/9/2026

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