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Dalia Beach
Dalia Beach: Blue Flag 11 times, clean sand, summer activities and a beach library, an area for visitors with special needs, a sailing school, plus safety tips and how to get there.
⚡ In short
A sandy beach awarded the Blue Flag 11 times, most recently in 2026, 8 km east of Ksar Sghir. Lifeguards from June to September, an activity platform and beach library in summer, a dedicated area for visitors with special needs, and a sailing school open all year. Swimming is comfortable inside the lifeguarded zone.
- 🏳️ Blue Flag ×11
- 🛡️ Lifeguards June — Sept
- ♿ Accessible area
- ⛵ Sailing school
- 📚 Library and summer activities
- 🟡 Swim inside the buoys
📍 Location
Dalia Beach lies on the coast road between Ksar Sghir and Fnideq, 8 km from Ksar Sghir, 43 km from Tangier and 30 km from Fnideq. It belongs to the municipality of Ksar El Majaz, Fahs-Anjra province, about 800 metres from the centre of Dalia.
The beach is close to Tanger Med port, so big ships pass in front of it all day, a sight both children and photographers love. Clean sand and green hills frame the bay.
🏳️ What does the Blue Flag mean?
The Blue Flag is an international label awarded each year to beaches that meet strict criteria for bathing water quality, safety and services, environmental management and environmental education. In Morocco it is run by the Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection.
Earning it 11 times, including summer 2026, shows that Dalia keeps the same standard year after year. That explains services you rarely find elsewhere in the area: a beach library, an activity platform and a dedicated area for visitors with special needs.
🏖️ The beach and the water
The beach is sandy and the water clean, one of the reasons it holds the Blue Flag. Being in the Strait, Dalia has slightly more active currents than Ksar Sghir Beach, so it is best to swim close to the shore, inside the lifeguarded zone.
In summer, yellow buoys mark the swimming zone and the Civil Protection is there all season. As elsewhere in the area, waves get a little bigger with the Poniente, and swimming is not advised in winter. Check Sea today before you go.
🛡️ Facilities
Civil Protection
Lifeguards from June to September, with yellow buoys marking the swimming zone.
First aid
Basic first-aid facilities on the beach.
Special needs
A dedicated area next to the beach, with helpers and guidance.
Restaurants and shops
Near the beach and in the centre of Dalia, plus seasonal kiosks in summer.
Parking
Paid parking on private land.
Sailing school
Open all year.
🎯 Summer activities
In summer, Dalia is much more than a swimming beach thanks to its activity platform:
Kids’ games
Play area on the beach
Drawing workshop
For children during the season
Football
A pitch on the sand
Beach volleyball
Equipped court
Pétanque
For all ages
Beach library
Books to read in the sun
⛵ Sailing school and fishing port
A rare asset on this coast: Dalia has a sailing school open all year. Right by the beach there is also a small traditional fishing port with colourful boats, which will get its own guide article.
♿ Accessibility
Dalia offers a dedicated area for visitors with special needs next to the beach, with helpers and guidance during the season. It is one of the few beaches in the area able to welcome them in comfortable conditions.
🚗 Getting there
- 🚗From Ksar Sghir (8 km): east on national road 16.
- 🚗From Tangier (43 km): the same way as to Ksar Sghir (N16 or the A5 motorway), then on along the N16 to Dalia.
- 🚗From Fnideq (30 km): on national road 16.
- 🚌By bus: line I3 from Tangier train station to Dalia, via Ksar Sghir.
📅 When to go
June — September
Lifeguards, activities and library
✅ Swimming and activitiesAugust
Busy, especially weekends
⚠️ Go earlyAll year
Sailing school
⭐ SailingWinter
Dangerous sea
⚠️ Visit, not swimmingThe busiest days are August weekends. If you can, pick a weekday or June and September: the services are running and the beach is calmer.
🗓️ A day at Dalia
- 🌅Morning: a swim inside the yellow buoys while the beach is still calm, before the car parks fill up.
- 🎨Late morning: kids at the activity platform or the drawing workshop, adults with a book from the beach library.
- 🍽️Lunch: near the beach or in the centre of Dalia, 800 metres away.
- ⛵Afternoon: a walk to the traditional fishing port and the sailing school, watching the big ships heading into Tanger Med.
👨👩👧 For families
- 🛝Activities: games, a drawing workshop and a library keep children busy even out of the water.
- 👀In the water: stay next to the children, inside the yellow buoys, near the lifeguard post.
- ⏰Timing: mornings are calmer and parking is easier.
⚠️ Safety
Follow the flags and the Civil Protection’s instructions and swim inside the yellow buoys. Avoid swimming far out, especially with the Poniente and in winter. Outside June — September there are no lifeguards.
❓ FAQ
Does Dalia Beach have the Blue Flag?
Yes, it has earned it 11 times, most recently in 2026.
Is swimming safe at Dalia Beach?
Yes, inside the lifeguarded zone during the season. Currents are slightly more active than at Ksar Sghir, so swim inside the yellow buoys and avoid going far out with the Poniente and in winter.
Is the beach lifeguarded?
Yes, from June to September, by the Civil Protection.
Is it suitable for visitors with special needs?
Yes, there is a dedicated area next to the beach, with helpers and guidance.
How do I get there by bus from Tangier?
On line I3, from the train station to Dalia, via Ksar Sghir.
Is parking free?
No, parking is paid and on private land.
Is the sailing school open all year?
Yes, it operates all year round.
🌊 Nearby beaches
- Ksar Sghir Beach: to the west, weak currents and free parasols.
- Belyounech: further east towards Fnideq.
- Best family beaches: a quick comparison.
📍 Coordinates: 35.9052, -5.4770. Or search “Dalia Beach” in Google Maps.
