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Praia da Canteira

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A Illa de Arousa·Pontevedra·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:28Sunrise
14h 8mDaylight hours
21:36Sunset

Tides at Praia da Canteira today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
02:40
2.6m
▼ Low
08:53
0.3m
▲ High
15:06
2.5m
▼ Low
21:18
0.3m
Coefficient: 118Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Praia da Canteira

Open-Meteo
18°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
17°CFeels like
UV 5UV index
77%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at Praia da Canteira today

NESO
Speed13 km/h
Max gust26 km/h
DirectionOSO

Flag and jellyfish at Praia da Canteira

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
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
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
13km/h OSO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 13km/h
Windsurf
13km/h OSO
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
Niebla
18° 12°
Seco
Sáb 2
Tormenta
16° 14°
88%
Dom 3
Tormenta
17° 14°
85%
Lun 4
Lluvia
16° 10°
0.7mm
Mar 5
Niebla
17° 10°
0.3mm

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
63%
ocupación
Concurrida
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (16% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable · Festivo

Restaurants near Praia da Canteira

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Casa do Mar
Cafetería · 981m · €€
Ver →
Chiringuito
Restaurante · 1421m · €€
Ver →
Chiringuito
Restaurante · 1426m · €€
Ver →
Salinas
Cafetería · 1748m · €€
Ver →
O Risón
Restaurante · 1915m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Praia da Canteira

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Hostal Casa Loaira
★★☆☆☆
694m · €
Hotel Torres
★★★☆☆
2009m · €€
Luz de Luna
★★☆☆☆
2055m · €
+34 968555054
Hotel Arco Iris
★★★☆☆
2099m · €€
Web+34 986 55 54 44
Hotel Dinajan
★★☆☆☆
2139m · €
+34 986 56 15 34

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Área de Autocaravanas da Praia do Vao
Autocaravanas· ★★
73 m · Motorhomes
⛺
El Edén
Camping· ★★★
1.4 km · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows
Parque infantilEnganche eléctricoDuchasLavandería
Web+34 986 527 378;+34 986 683 479
⛺
O Agro de Con Cerrado
Autocaravanas· ★★
1.6 km · Motorhomes
VaciadoEnganche eléctrico
⛺
Camping Salinas
Camping· ★★★
1.7 km · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows · Dog-friendly
Parque infantilEnganche eléctricoDuchas
Web+34 628465853;+34 676638241;+34 986527444
⛺
Camping Santos
Camping· ★★★
1.9 km · Motorhomes · Tents
+34 986 55 50 55

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
Coordinates42.547527° N, -8.857888° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital do Salnés
Distance13 km.
Call 986568002112

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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

Praia da Canteira is one of those beaches in Pontevedra that deserves a spot on your list this summer. 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. 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 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?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

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 13 km/h with gusts of 26 km/h (OSO).

What time is high tide at Praia da Canteira?+

Today's high tides at Praia da Canteira are at 02:40 and 15:06 (2.6m). Coefficient 118, 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
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 1 May, 16:57
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (5). Midday is perfect: warmer water