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Bathing reopened after the latest analyses confirmed that the water was again suitable for bathing following the short-term contamination episode.
Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras
Water quality, official measurements, discharges and incidents in Güímar, Tenerife.
Current situation
Caution
Reopened after a serious incident
Official update: 16 Sept 2026
Bathing reopened after the latest analyses confirmed that the water was again suitable for bathing following the short-term contamination episode.
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View official analyses, annual classification, incidents and nearby discharges related to Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras.
Latest official test
8 days ago
E. coli
29
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Enterococci
9
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Nearest discharge
198 m
UnauthorisedNot a relevant pressure factor
Latest official status
OpenCurrent beach state published by Gobierno de Canarias: APTA PARA EL BAÑO
Incidents · 30 days
1 recent incidentView historyAnnual quality
ExcellentHistorical context
Latest recorded incidents
Recorded water-quality incidents and official notices.
ClosedMedia
Temporary bathing prohibition after sanitary monitoring found 410 CFU/100 ml of intestinal enterococci in the sample taken on 9 September.
Based on the trusted official and media sources monitored by MiCharco.
Historical context
Historical profile
This score summarises the available official bathing-water history using MiCharco’s methodology. It does not represent real-time water conditions.
Poor61 / 100
Last official sample:
Repeated elevated official microbiological results and recent qualifying incidents have significantly reduced the historical profile.
Official data
Measurement age visible · Not real timeLatest official measurements
Sampling point
Period
| Date | Sampling point | E. coli | Enterococci | Official status | Source | Date retrieved | Last official update |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sept 2026 | DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING) | 29 MPN / 100 ml | 9 MPN / 100 ml | Suitable for bathing | 21 Sept 2026 | 21 Sept 2026 | |
| 9 Sept 2026 | DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING) | 30 MPN / 100 ml | 410 MPN / 100 ml | Not suitable for bathing | 17 Sept 2026 | 17 Sept 2026 | |
| 7 Sept 2026 | DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING) | 9 MPN / 100 ml | 170 MPN / 100 ml | Not published | 17 Sept 2026 | 17 Sept 2026 | |
| 24 Aug 2026 | DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING) | 120 MPN / 100 ml | 29 MPN / 100 ml | Suitable for bathing | 17 Sept 2026 | 17 Sept 2026 | |
| 10 Aug 2026 | DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING) | 9 MPN / 100 ml | 29 MPN / 100 ml | Suitable for bathing | 17 Sept 2026 | 17 Sept 2026 |
Sample evolution
Recent microbiological measurements
DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING)
25 May 2026–14 Sept 2026 · Official samples
E. coliEnterococci
Sampling point
Period
Recent official bathing-water samples. Lower values generally indicate lower levels of faecal indicator bacteria.
Beaches near Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras
Frequently asked questions
What is the water quality at Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras?
The official annual classification for Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras is “Excellent”, while MiCharco’s historical profile is “Poor”. MiCharco’s profile is based on the available official microbiological measurements and relevant recorded context. They use different methodologies and time frames; neither represents real-time water conditions.
When was the latest official sample taken?
The most recent official sample available for Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras was taken on 14 Sept 2026. Bathing-water sampling is not daily; every sample is shown with its own date.
What were the latest E. coli and enterococci values?
In the official sample of 14 Sept 2026, E. coli measured 29 UFC/100 ml and intestinal enterococci 9 UFC/100 ml. These are values from that specific sample, not a measurement of today.
Are there registered discharges near Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras?
According to the official land-to-sea discharge census, the nearest registered point is 198 m from Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras. 3 registered points within 3 km is shown as contextual pressure and does not affect the historical profile. A registered discharge does not in itself imply a water-quality problem.
Have there been recent closures or incidents at Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras?
Yes. There is 1 incident with current relevance in the verified record for Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras. See the incidents section on this page for details and sources.
Where does MiCharco's data come from?
From official sources: the Government of the Canary Islands bathing-water sampling, NÁYADE information where applicable, the official land-to-sea discharge census and communications from local administrations. Every record links to the original source.
Does MiCharco's data say whether I can swim today?
Not necessarily. An official sample may have been taken days or weeks earlier, and a good past sample does not guarantee today's conditions. For current restrictions, always check official notices and on-site signage.
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