It is located on the isthmus which joins the Rock of Gibraltar to Spain.

The beach extends from the north of Catalan Bay to the runway of Gibraltar International Airport near the Gibraltar-Spain border.

Although only several hundred metres long it is the largest beach on The Rock.

One of the few hazards that can call for red flags to be flown is to warn bathers of jellyfish.

Occasionally jellyfish such as the Mauve Stinger can arrive in significant numbers.