Playa El Cabezo · Paseo de las Palmeras

Water quality, official measurements, discharges and incidents in Güímar, Tenerife.

Current profile
Moderate86 / 100

This beach normally has a Moderate historical profile (89/100). A recent incident is temporarily reducing its current profile by 3 points. The adjustment decreases over time if no further problems occur.

Last official sample:

This score summarises the situation using available official data and MiCharco's methodology. It does not represent real-time water conditions.

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Location map of Playa Cabezo (El) - Paseo de las Palmeras in Güímar
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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
45 days ago
E. coli
9
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Enterococci
2
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Nearest discharge
198 m
UnauthorisedNot a relevant pressure factor
Latest official status
Open

Current beach state published by Gobierno de Canarias: APTA PARA EL BAÑO

Incidents · 30 days
None recorded
Annual quality
Excellent
Historical context

Latest recorded incidents

Recorded water-quality incidents and official notices.

ReopenedMedia

Bathing reopened after the latest analyses confirmed that the water was again suitable for bathing following the short-term contamination episode.

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.

Official data

Latest official measurements

Measurement age visible · Not real time
Sampling point
Period
DateSampling pointE. coliEnterococciOfficial statusSourceDate retrievedLast official update
22 Sept 2026DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING)9 MPN / 100 ml2 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing28 Sept 202628 Sept 2026
21 Sept 2026DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING)9 MPN / 100 ml1 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing1 Nov 20261 Nov 2026
14 Sept 2026DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING)29 MPN / 100 ml9 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing25 Sept 202625 Sept 2026
9 Sept 2026DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING)30 MPN / 100 ml410 MPN / 100 mlNot suitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026
7 Sept 2026DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING)29 MPN / 100 ml9 MPN / 100 mlNot published29 Sept 202629 Sept 2026

Sample evolution

Recent microbiological measurements

DERECHA (FRENTE A PARKING)

25 May 2026–22 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 “Moderate”. 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 22 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 22 Sept 2026, E. coli measured 9 UFC/100 ml and intestinal enterococci 2 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?

There are no incidents with current relevance. The latest recorded incident is from 16 Sept 2026 and remains visible as part of the historical record.

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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