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Virgen del Mar

Santander·Cantabria
LifeguardAccessible
78/100Very good
No windCalm seaParking available
18°CWater
0mWaves
10km/hWind
UV 3UV
Directions

Photos of Virgen del Mar

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Virgen del Mar - foto 1
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Sea & weather

Open-Meteo Marine
0mNow
0m+1h
0m+2h
0m+3h
0m+4h
0m+5h

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:10Sunrise
14h 4mDaylight hours
21:15Sunset

Tides at Virgen del Mar today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
00:49
3m
▼ Low
07:01
0.3m
▲ High
13:14
2.9m
▼ Low
19:26
0.3m
Coefficient: 101Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Virgen del Mar

Open-Meteo
16°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
16°CFeels like
UV 3UV index
91%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at Virgen del Mar today

NESO
Speed10 km/h
Max gust16 km/h
DirectionNNO

Flag and jellyfish at Virgen del Mar

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
Low jellyfish risk
No jellyfish expected

Water quality at Virgen del Mar

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
10km/h NNO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 10km/h
Windsurf
10km/h NNO
Kitesurf
Poco viento
Snorkel
5m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Condiciones ideales
Visibilidad subacuática: Regular
5m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.80 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Nublado
17° 14°
Seco
Mié 29
Lluvia
20° 13°
90%
Jue 30
Lluvia
20° 13°
0.7mm
Vie 1
Lluvia
23° 12°
1.1mm
Sáb 2
Lluvia
19° 14°
4.9mm

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeCoche
RoadCA-231
Bus typeInterurbano, Santander - Soto de la Marina
Parking capacityMás de 100 plazas
MarinaSantander - Puerto Chico (10 km)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
21%
ocupación
Tranquila
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (9% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable · Playa urbana

Restaurants near Virgen del Mar

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Casa Miguel
Restaurante · 1376m · €€
Ver →
La Tucho
Restaurante · 1434m · €€
Ver →
Mirador Cántabro
Restaurante · 1505m · €€
Ver →
Restaurante La Ventana
Restaurante · 1655m · €€
Web+34942337035
Ver →
Pomodoro
Restaurante · 2049m · €€· Mo-Su 12:45-16:30,20:15-24:00
+34 942 57 97 44
Ver →

Hotels near Virgen del Mar

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Hotel Chateau La Roca
★★★☆☆
1485m · €€
Web+34 942579102
Hostería Las Palmeras
★☆☆☆☆
1653m · €
Web+34 942337035
Hotel Costa San Juan
★★★☆☆
2062m · €€
Web+34 942 579 580
Residencial Santamaria
★★☆☆☆
2164m · €
+34 607 67 77 66
Hotel San Millán & SPA
★★★☆☆
3488m · €€
Web+34 942345677

Facilities & services

MITECO
Sí · LifeguardSí · ShowersSí · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsSí · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningSí · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Virgen del Mar

MITECO 2024
Length400 m
Average width40 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationMedio
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeAcantilado
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado
MunicipalitySantander
ProvinceCantabria
RegionCantabria
Coordinates43.477208° N, -3.876908° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla
Distance5 km.
Call 942202520112

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Covachos
Santa Cruz de Bezana · 2.8 km
Playa de El Pescador
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La Arnía
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About Virgen del MarEverything you need to know ↓

Playa aislada enclavada en un entorno rocoso y situada al lado de la Ermita del mismo nombre. Ofrece escasos equipamientos

Looking for a great beach in Santander? Virgen del Mar is a safe bet in the heart of Cantabria. It stretches 400 metres in length and 40 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Cantabrian Sea, with wild beaches surrounded by nature. It has lifeguard service, showers, nearby parking and accessible facilities, so you can visit with peace of mind. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Before you head out, check the real-time sea conditions on this page so there are no surprises.

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Frequently asked questions about Virgen del Mar

How is the water at Virgen del Mar today?+

Water temperature at Virgen del Mar is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Virgen del Mar have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Virgen del Mar?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Virgen del Mar?+

Wind at Virgen del Mar is 10 km/h with gusts of 16 km/h (NNO).

What time is high tide at Virgen del Mar?+

Today's high tides at Virgen del Mar are at 00:49 and 13:14 (3m). Coefficient 101, spring tides.

Is there parking near Virgen del Mar?+

Yes, there is parking near Virgen del Mar.

Are dogs allowed at Virgen del Mar?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Virgen del Mar.

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Beach facts
Length400 m
Width40 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingMedio
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 28 Apr, 11:19
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (3). Midday is perfect: warmer water
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