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Cova de Balea

64FairNi demasiado tranquilo ni demasiado emocionante.
Cangas·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
07:27Sunrise
14h 9mDaylight hours
21:36Sunset

Tides at Cova de Balea today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
03:30
2.6m
▼ Low
09:43
0.3m
▲ High
15:55
2.4m
▼ Low
22:08
0.3m
Coefficient: 117Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Cova de Balea

Open-Meteo
17°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
15°CFeels like
UV 6UV index
87%Humidity
High UV. SPF 50+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at Cova de Balea today

NESO
Speed21 km/h
Max gust51 km/h
DirectionSO

Flag and jellyfish at Cova de Balea

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

Water quality at Cova de Balea

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
21km/h SO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 21km/h
Windsurf
21km/h SO
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
Tormenta
17° 14°
95%
Dom 3
Tormenta
16° 14°
93%
Lun 4
Tormenta
15° 13°
65%
Mar 5
Tormenta
18° 13°
68%
Mié 6
Nublado
17° 12°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie difícil / Coche
RoadPO-551
Bus typeInterurbano (Pontevedra - Cangas a 2 Km)
Parking capacityMenos de 50 plazas
MarinaReal Club Náutico Rodeira (Cangas) (9 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
66%
ocupación
Muy concurrida
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (16% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Fin de semana

Restaurants near Cova de Balea

No restaurants found nearby

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Hotels near Cova de Balea

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Capitán
★★☆☆☆
1041m · €
Apartamentos Ría de Aldán
★★★☆☆
1052m · €€
Web+34 699 384 671
Hotel-Restaurante Doade
★★★☆☆
1552m · €€
Web+34 986 32 83 02
O Cañizo
★★★☆☆
3052m · €€
Web+34 986329508
Hotel H4 Cangas
★★★☆☆
3727m · €€
Web

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Camping Aldán
Camping· ★★★
599 m · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows
Enganche eléctricoWiFi
Web+34 986 32 94 68
⛺
Camping Francón
Camping· ★★★
768 m · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows
Enganche eléctrico
Web+34 986 328 292
⛺
Camping Hío
Camping· ★★★
868 m · Motorhomes · Tents
Enganche eléctricoWiFi
Web+34 986 329 945
⛺
Camping Car Area Playa Arneles
Autocaravanas· ★★
1.3 km · Motorhomes · Dog-friendly
VaciadoEnganche eléctricoDuchasLavandería
Web
⛺
Camping Liméns
Camping· ★★★
2.9 km · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows
Enganche eléctricoLavanderíaWiFi
Web+34 986 304 055

Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardNo · ShowersNo · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsNo · Foot washersNo · BinsNo · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubNo · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Cova de Balea

MITECO 2024
Length15 m
Average width16 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentSemiurbana
Coastal facadeSemiurbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
VegetationYes
MunicipalityCangas
ProvincePontevedra
RegionGalicia
Coordinates42.28549° N, -8.822199° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital de Montecelo
Distance27 km.
Call 986800000112

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About Cova de BaleaEverything you need to know ↓

Pequeña playa que prácticamente desaparece cuando sube la marea.

If you're planning to visit Cova de Balea, you're choosing one of the most authentic beaches in Pontevedra. It stretches 15 metres in length and 16 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Atlantic coast of Galicia, with powerful waves and cold but spectacular water. It has nearby parking to make your visit more comfortable. 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 Cova de Balea

How is the water at Cova de Balea today?+

Water temperature at Cova de Balea is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Cova de Balea have today?+

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

Are there jellyfish at Cova de Balea?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Cova de Balea?+

Wind at Cova de Balea is 21 km/h with gusts of 51 km/h (SO).

What time is high tide at Cova de Balea?+

Today's high tides at Cova de Balea are at 03:30 and 15:55 (2.6m). Coefficient 117, spring tides.

Is there parking near Cova de Balea?+

Yes, there is parking near Cova de Balea.

Are dogs allowed at Cova de Balea?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Cova de Balea.

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Beach facts
Length15 m
Width16 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 2 May, 16:38
Best time to go
09:30-11:30
Moderate UV (6). Morning is the best time: soft sun and calm water. Low tide at 09:43