Breakneck Battery Historical Site
Coastal artillery battery overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar
Breakneck Battery at a Glance#
Address: Breakneck Battery (coastal artillery site), southern Spain/Strait of Gibraltar region
Hours: Accessible at all times (outdoor site)
Admission: Free (outdoor historic site)
How to Get to Breakneck Battery#
Exact access depends on the battery’s location along the southern Iberian coast near the Strait of Gibraltar. Most such sites are reached by coastal roads from towns like Algeciras or Tarifa; local signage and maps will indicate public access points. A car is usually required.
Tips for Visiting Breakneck Battery#
- Wear sturdy shoes for uneven ground and slippery stone surfaces.
- Bring a windproof jacket - coastal artillery sites are often exposed and breezy.
- Arrive early in the day to avoid heat and to catch the light on the coastal cliffs.
Best Time to Visit Breakneck Battery#
Spring and autumn give the best weather for coastal exploration and photography.
Weather & Climate near Breakneck Battery#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (776 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 9° - 15° | 12° | 125 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 9° - 15° | 12° | 101 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 10° - 17° | 13° | 93 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 11° - 18° | 15° | 63 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 13° - 20° | 17° | 33 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 16° - 24° | 20° | 10 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 18° - 26° | 22° | 1 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 27° | 23° | 5 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 18° - 24° | 21° | 18 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 15° - 21° | 18° | 70 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 12° - 18° | 15° | 115 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 10° - 16° | 13° | 142 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
