Matalascañas, Andalusia
Provincia de Huelva · Andalusia · Spain · 785 residents · on the coast
Matalascañas is a seaside village in Provincia de Huelva, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 785 people. There are 5 notable places to see in and around town, including Doñana National Park and Arenas Gordas. The nearest airport is Seville (SVQ), about 1 h 6 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Doñana National Park, Arenas Gordas and Faro de Matalascañas.
- On the coast, with 3 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from April to July and September: daytime highs between 23°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Seville (SVQ) is 47 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Matalascañas
Ranked by how well known they are.
1national park
3lighthouse
4beach
Arenas Gordas
beach · 9 miles from the centre
Playa de Castilla
beach · 4 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Matalascañas
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Matalascañas can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Matalascañas
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for April to July and September.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Matalascañas and the villages around it is a hire car from Seville (SVQ), about 1 h 6 min away.
Best time to visit Matalascañas
April to July and September: daytime highs between 23°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 17°CJan46 mm
- 18°CFeb57 mm
- 20°CMar95 mm
- 23°CApr12 mm
- 24°CMay17 mm
- 27°CJun19 mm
- 30°CJul0 mm
- 32°CAug1 mm
- 27°CSept52 mm
- 24°COct167 mm
- 21°CNov54 mm
- 17°CDec30 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17°C | 9°C | 46 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 18°C | 9°C | 57 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 11°C | 95 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 23°C | 13°C | 12 mm | 12 h |
| May | 24°C | 15°C | 17 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 27°C | 19°C | 19 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 21°C | 0 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 32°C | 21°C | 1 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 18°C | 52 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 24°C | 17°C | 167 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 21°C | 12°C | 54 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 17°C | 8°C | 30 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Seville (SVQ)47 miles, about 1 h 6 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Jerez (XRY)32 miles, about 46 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Faro (FAO)78 miles, about 1 h 51 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 24 h 23 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Huelva (27 miles), Cádiz (35 miles), Algeciras (86 miles).
Matalascañas is good for
Around Matalascañas
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Matalascañas worth visiting?
Yes. Matalascañas is known for Doñana National Park, Arenas Gordas and Faro de Matalascañas, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Matalascañas?
April to July and September, with daytime highs between 23°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Matalascañas from the UK?
Fly to Seville (SVQ), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 6 min by road. Jerez (XRY) is an alternative, 32 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 24 h 23 min.
Is Matalascañas good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Matalascañas?
Cadiz (36 miles), El Puerto de Santa María (33 miles), Sanlúcar de Barrameda (19 miles) and Jerez de la Frontera (32 miles) are all within an hour or so.