Mónsul Beach is an open cove of dark sand and volcanic origin, in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park. Its most recognizable feature is the peineta de Mónsul, a promontory of black rock that emerges on the beach, next to a mobile dune of great visual presence. The whole summarizes very well the coastal landscape of Cabo de Gata: volcanic materials, marine erosion and wind, and a cleanly shaped and very photogenic cove. From the access and the shore itself, the relationship between the fossilized lava, the eroded strata and the sandy area can be clearly seen, as well as the contrast between the light sand and the dark rocks. It is a beach well known for its presence in travel guides and for its use in filming, which has reinforced its fame within Almería and the protected coastline of the park. The visit is especially interesting on calm sea days, when you can better appreciate the volcanic profiles and the color of the water. In summer it is advisable to go early to find better parking and avoid the hottest hours; out of season, the feeling of isolation and the geological reading of the place are clearer. Being inside a protected natural area, the experience depends a lot on respecting the environment and assuming that it is not an urban beach: there are no complete services and the landscape dominates over any other infrastructure.
