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Praia da Area do Fornelo

Vilanova de Arousa·Pontevedra
68/100Fair
No windCalm seaHard to park
18°CWater
0mWaves
8km/hWind
UV 0UV
Directions

Photos of Praia da Area do Fornelo

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:35Sunrise
13h 55mDaylight hours
21:30Sunset

Tides at Praia da Area do Fornelo today

Lunar estimate
▼ Low
04:26
0.2m
▲ High
10:39
1.9m
▼ Low
16:52
0.2m
▲ High
22:14
2m
Coefficient: 89Average tides

Water and air temperature at Praia da Area do Fornelo

Open-Meteo
15°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
15°CFeels like
UV 0UV index
80%Humidity

Wind at Praia da Area do Fornelo today

NESO
Speed8 km/h
Max gust14 km/h
DirectionNE

Flag and jellyfish at Praia da Area do Fornelo

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

Water quality at Praia da Area do Fornelo

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
8km/h NE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 8km/h
Windsurf
8km/h NE
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
24° 15°
Seco
Lun 27
Nubes
26° 15°
Seco
Mar 28
Lluvia
26° 15°
0.8mm
Mié 29
Nubes
22° 14°
45%
Jue 30
Nublado
18° 13°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche
RoadCC-550
Bus typeInterurbano (Vilagarcía - Vilanova)
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityMenos de 50 plazas
MarinaMarina Vilagarcía (V. de Arousa) (6 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
8%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (11% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Fin de semana

Restaurants near Praia da Area do Fornelo

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Cafeteria Las sinas
Cafetería · 224m · €€
Ver →
Taperia Penon
Restaurante · 1088m · €€
+34 986554111
Ver →
Cafe Bora-Bora
Cafetería · 1179m · €€
Ver →
Cafeteria Mar Adentro
Cafetería · 1441m · €€
Ver →
Cafetería Pastelería Capricho
Cafetería · 1448m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Praia da Area do Fornelo

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Hotel Leal
★★★☆☆
158m · €€
Hotel Playa Las sinas
★★★★☆
445m · €€€
Hotel Bradomín
★★★☆☆
1437m · €€
Web
Pension Mar de Rosa
★★☆☆☆
1446m · €
Albergue A Salazón
★☆☆☆☆
1557m · €
+34 606 365 561

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
O Terrón
Camping· ★★★
2.5 km · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows
Enganche eléctricoDuchas
Web+34 986554394
⛺
Arco Iris
Camping· ★★
2.7 km · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows
Piscina
Web
⛺
Camping Santos
Camping· ★★★
2.8 km · Motorhomes · Tents
+34 986 55 50 55
⛺
Playa Paisaxe I
Camping· ★★★
2.8 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Área de Autocaravanas da Praia do Vao
Autocaravanas· ★★
4.2 km · Motorhomes

Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardSí · ShowersNo · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedSí · ToiletsNo · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningSí · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalSí · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubNo · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Praia da Area do Fornelo

MITECO 2024
Length400 m
Average width20 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationAlto
EnvironmentSemiurbana
Coastal facadeSemiurbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
VegetationYes
MunicipalityVilanova de Arousa
ProvincePontevedra
RegionGalicia
Coordinates42.576633° N, -8.826539° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital do Salnés
Distance6 km.
Call 986568002112

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About Praia da Area do ForneloEverything you need to know ↓

Playa con servicios e infraestructuras disponibles para su uso público.

When you arrive at Praia da Area do Fornelo, in Vilanova de Arousa, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Pontevedra. It stretches 400 metres in length and 20 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Atlantic coast of Galicia, with powerful waves and cold but spectacular water. It has showers and nearby parking, so you can visit with peace of mind. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Use this page to see current sea conditions, expected crowds and how to get there without any hassle.

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Frequently asked questions about Praia da Area do Fornelo

How is the water at Praia da Area do Fornelo today?+

Water temperature at Praia da Area do Fornelo is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Praia da Area do Fornelo have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Praia da Area do Fornelo?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Praia da Area do Fornelo?+

Wind at Praia da Area do Fornelo is 8 km/h with gusts of 14 km/h (NE).

What time is high tide at Praia da Area do Fornelo?+

Today's high tides at Praia da Area do Fornelo are at 10:39 and 22:14 (1.9m). Coefficient 89, average tides.

Is there parking near Praia da Area do Fornelo?+

Yes, there is parking near Praia da Area do Fornelo.

Are dogs allowed at Praia da Area do Fornelo?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Praia da Area do Fornelo.

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Beach facts
Length400 m
Width20 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingAlto
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 26 Apr, 08:53
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (0). Midday is perfect: warmer water
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