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Praia da Canteira

A Illa de Arousa·Pontevedra
Blue FlagLifeguard
81/100Very good
Strong windCalm seaParking available
18°CWater
0mWaves
21km/hWind
UV 3UV
Directions

Photos of Praia da Canteira

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:34Sunrise
13h 58mDaylight hours
21:32Sunset

Tides at Praia da Canteira today

Lunar estimate
▼ Low
05:38
0.2m
▲ High
11:51
2m
▼ Low
18:03
0.2m
▲ High
23:25
2.1m
Coefficient: 97Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Praia da Canteira

Open-Meteo
22°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
20°CFeels like
UV 3UV index
58%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at Praia da Canteira today

NESO
Speed21 km/h
Max gust39 km/h
DirectionNNE

Flag and jellyfish at Praia da Canteira

Open-Meteo estimate
Yellow flag
Moderate wind (21 km/h)
Low jellyfish risk
No jellyfish expected

Water quality at Praia da Canteira

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
21km/h NNE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 21km/h
Windsurf
21km/h NNE
Kitesurf
21km/h · Ideal
Snorkel
5m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Aceptable
Visibilidad subacuática: Regular
5m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.80 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Nubes
24° 14°
Seco
Mar 28
Lluvia
27° 15°
53%
Mié 29
Tormenta
19° 15°
79%
Jue 30
Nublado
18° 15°
60%
Vie 1
Tormenta
17° 15°
7.8mm

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 - Illa de Arousa)
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityMás de 100 plazas
MarinaMarina Vilagarcía (V. de Arousa) (13 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
32%
ocupación
Tranquila
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (7% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable

Restaurants near Praia da Canteira

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Casa do Mar
Cafetería · 859m · €€
Ver →
Chiringuito
Restaurante · 1413m · €€
Ver →
Chiringuito
Restaurante · 1415m · €€
Ver →
Salinas
Cafetería · 1754m · €€
Ver →
O Risón
Restaurante · 1796m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Praia da Canteira

No hotels found nearby

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Facilities & services

MITECO
Sí · LifeguardSí · ShowersNo · AccessibleSí · ParkingSí · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedSí · ToiletsNo · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeSí · Kids areaNo · Sports areaSí · Umbrella rentalSí · Sunbed rentalSí · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Praia da Canteira

MITECO 2024
Length100 m
Average width5 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationMedio
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeSemiurbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
VegetationYes
Anchorage areaYes
MunicipalityA Illa de Arousa
ProvincePontevedra
RegionGalicia
Coordinates42.548207° N, -8.859401° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital do Salnés
Distance13 km.
Call 986568002112

Beaches nearby

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Praia dos Tarais
A Illa de Arousa · 0.5 km
Riasón
A Illa de Arousa · 0.7 km
Praia de Camaxe
A Illa de Arousa · 0.8 km
About Praia da CanteiraEverything you need to know ↓

Arenal blanco de excelente calidad con servicio de alquiler de hamacas, sombrillas y equipos náuticos disponibles.Also known as: Playa del Carreirón

If you're planning to visit Praia da Canteira, you're choosing one of the most acclaimed beaches in Pontevedra. It stretches 100 metres in length and 5 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Atlantic coast of Galicia, with powerful waves and cold but spectacular water. It has lifeguard service, showers and nearby parking, so you can visit with peace of mind. The Blue Flag at Praia da Canteira is a guarantee of water quality and responsible environmental management. 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 Canteira

How is the water at Praia da Canteira today?+

Water temperature at Praia da Canteira is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Praia da Canteira have today?+

Yellow flag. Moderate wind (21 km/h).

Are there jellyfish at Praia da Canteira?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Praia da Canteira?+

Wind at Praia da Canteira is 21 km/h with gusts of 39 km/h (NNE).

What time is high tide at Praia da Canteira?+

Today's high tides at Praia da Canteira are at 11:51 and 23:25 (2m). Coefficient 97, spring tides.

Is there parking near Praia da Canteira?+

Yes, there is parking near Praia da Canteira.

Are dogs allowed at Praia da Canteira?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Praia da Canteira.

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Beach facts
Length100 m
Width5 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingMedio
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 27 Apr, 19:22
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (3). Midday is perfect: warmer water
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