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Francón

Cangas·Pontevedra
Accessible
65/100Fair
No windCalm seaNo parking
18°CWater
0mWaves
5km/hWind
UV 2UV
Directions

Photos of Francón

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:33Sunrise
13h 59mDaylight hours
21:32Sunset

Tides at Francón today

Lunar estimate
▼ Low
06:10
0.2m
▲ High
12:22
2.1m
▼ Low
18:35
0.2m
▲ High
23:57
2.2m
Coefficient: 100Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Francón

Open-Meteo
21°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
22°CFeels like
UV 2UV index
69%Humidity

Wind at Francón today

NESO
Speed5 km/h
Max gust17 km/h
DirectionNE

Flag and jellyfish at Francón

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

Water quality at Francón

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
5km/h NE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 5km/h
Windsurf
5km/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
Lluvia
26° 17°
Seco
Mié 29
Tormenta
18° 16°
78%
Jue 30
Lluvia
19° 16°
0.3mm
Vie 1
Lluvia
18° 16°
1.1mm
Sáb 2
Lluvia
17° 15°
2.7mm

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche
RoadPO-551
Bus typeInterurbano (Pontevedra - Cangas a 3 Km)
MarinaReal Club Náutico Rodeira (Cangas) (9 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
14%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (7% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable

Restaurants near Francón

OpenStreetMap · 800m
chiringo Faneca Brava
Bar · 45m · €€
Ver →
Restaurant Areacova SL
Restaurante · 392m · €€· Mo-Tu,Th-Su 13:00-21:00
Web
Ver →
Chiringuito Areacova
Bar · 406m · €€
+34 623 45 11 11
Ver →
Capitán
Restaurante · 466m · €€
Ver →
Fogar do Santiso
Restaurante · 672m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Francón

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Capitán
★★☆☆☆
460m · €
Apartamentos Ría de Aldán
★★★☆☆
752m · €€
Web+34 699 384 671
Hotel-Restaurante Doade
★★★☆☆
2130m · €€
Web+34 986 32 83 02
O Cañizo
★★★☆☆
3627m · €€
Web+34 986329508
Hotel H4 Cangas
★★★☆☆
4097m · €€
Web

Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardSí · ShowersSí · AccessibleNo · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedSí · ToiletsSí · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Francón

MITECO 2024
Length200 m
Average width25 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationAlto
EnvironmentSemiurbana
Coastal facadeSemiurbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
VegetationYes
Anchorage areaYes
MunicipalityCangas
ProvincePontevedra
RegionGalicia
Coordinates42.29045° N, -8.819853° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital de Montecelo
Distance26 km.
Call 986800000112

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About FrancónEverything you need to know ↓

Francón y Areacova son dos playas de características similares que presentan un elevado grado de ocupación.

When you arrive at Francón, in Cangas, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Pontevedra. It stretches 200 metres in length and 25 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 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. 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 Francón

How is the water at Francón today?+

Water temperature at Francón is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Francón have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Francón?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Francón?+

Wind at Francón is 5 km/h with gusts of 17 km/h (NE).

What time is high tide at Francón?+

Today's high tides at Francón are at 12:22 and 23:57 (2.1m). Coefficient 100, spring tides.

Is there parking near Francón?+

Francón does not have official parking.

Are dogs allowed at Francón?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Francón.

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Beach facts
Length200 m
Width25 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingAlto
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 28 Apr, 10:33
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (2). Midday is perfect: warmer water
Gear for this beach
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