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Praia de Santa Cristina

Ortigueira·A Coruña
LifeguardAccessible
72/100Very good
Light breezeCalm seaParking available
18°CWater
0mWaves
17km/hWind
UV 2UV
Directions

Photos of Praia de Santa Cristina

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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 2mDaylight hours
21:30Sunset

Tides at Praia de Santa Cristina today

Lunar estimate
▼ Low
06:10
0.3m
▲ High
12:23
2.8m
▼ Low
18:36
0.3m
▲ High
23:58
2.9m
Coefficient: 97Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Praia de Santa Cristina

Open-Meteo
15°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
13°CFeels like
UV 2UV index
83%Humidity

Wind at Praia de Santa Cristina today

NESO
Speed17 km/h
Max gust41 km/h
DirectionENE

Flag and jellyfish at Praia de Santa Cristina

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

Water quality at Praia de Santa Cristina

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
17km/h ENE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 17km/h
Windsurf
17km/h ENE
Kitesurf
17km/h · Ideal
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
16° 13°
Seco
Mar 28
Nublado
19° 14°
Seco
Mié 29
Nublado
18° 14°
Seco
Jue 30
Nublado
20° 14°
0.1mm
Vie 1
Tormenta
19° 14°
45%

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche
RoadDP-6103
Bus typeInterurbano, Ferrol - Vivero a 1,5 Km
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityMenos de 50 plazas
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Ortigueira (6 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
37%
ocupación
Tranquila
Mejor hora hoy: 8pm (7% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable

Restaurants near Praia de Santa Cristina

OpenStreetMap · 800m
A Escondida
Bar · 395m · €€
Ver →
O Furado
Cafetería · 438m · €€
Ver →
Os Vellos
Restaurante · 475m · €€
Ver →
Taberna In
Restaurante · 497m · €€· Mo-Su 12:00-00:00
+34 606 54 93 32
Ver →
Bodegón 82
Bar · 543m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Praia de Santa Cristina

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Pensión Restaurante Las Palomas
★★☆☆☆
531m · €
Web
Hotel la Perla
★★★☆☆
4849m · €€

Facilities & services

MITECO
Sí · LifeguardSí · ShowersSí · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedSí · ToiletsSí · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningNo · PhonesSí · Tourist officeSí · Kids areaSí · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Praia de Santa Cristina

MITECO 2024
Length750 m
Average width30 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationMedio
EnvironmentUrbana
Coastal facadeUrbana
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado
VegetationYes
Anchorage areaYes
MunicipalityOrtigueira
ProvinceA Coruña
RegionGalicia
Coordinates43.722889° N, -7.812776° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Arquitecto Marcide
Distance55 km.
Call 981334000112

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About Praia de Santa CristinaEverything you need to know ↓

Playa situada en el casco urbano de Espasante, con el puerto en la misma playa.

If you're planning to visit Praia de Santa Cristina, you're choosing one of the most authentic beaches in A Coruña. It stretches 750 metres in length and 30 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, nearby parking 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. Check the water temperature, wave height and crowd levels before you go — everything is updated here in real time.

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Frequently asked questions about Praia de Santa Cristina

How is the water at Praia de Santa Cristina today?+

Water temperature at Praia de Santa Cristina is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Praia de Santa Cristina have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Praia de Santa Cristina?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Praia de Santa Cristina?+

Wind at Praia de Santa Cristina is 17 km/h with gusts of 41 km/h (ENE).

What time is high tide at Praia de Santa Cristina?+

Today's high tides at Praia de Santa Cristina are at 12:23 and 23:58 (2.8m). Coefficient 97, spring tides.

Is there parking near Praia de Santa Cristina?+

Yes, there is parking near Praia de Santa Cristina.

Are dogs allowed at Praia de Santa Cristina?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Praia de Santa Cristina.

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Beach facts
Length750 m
Width30 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingMedio
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 27 Apr, 18:26
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (2). Midday is perfect: warmer water
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