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Altar

78Very goodIdeal para flotar boca arriba sin pensar en nada.
Barreiros·Lugo·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of Altar

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:21Sunrise
14h 10mDaylight hours
21:31Sunset

Tides at Altar today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
02:32
3.4m
▼ Low
08:44
0.3m
▲ High
14:57
3.2m
▼ Low
21:09
0.3m
Coefficient: 113Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Altar

Open-Meteo
15°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
14°CFeels like
UV 2UV index
79%Humidity

Wind at Altar today

NESO
Speed8 km/h
Max gust22 km/h
DirectionNNE

Flag and jellyfish at Altar

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

Water quality at Altar

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
8km/h NNE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 8km/h
Windsurf
8km/h NNE
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
Nublado
18° 12°
45%
Vie 1
Lluvia
17° 12°
0.2mm
Sáb 2
Tormenta
16° 13°
100%
Dom 3
Tormenta
15° 12°
69%
Lun 4
Niebla
14° 8°
45%

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil
RoadLU-0610
Bus typeInterurbano a 4 km.
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityEntre 50 y 100 plazas
Boardwalk nameCompleto
MarinaClub Náutico de Foz (9 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 Altar

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Playa Altar
Restaurante · 344m · €€
Ver →
Ballenato
Restaurante · 380m · €€
Ver →
Puerto Chico
Restaurante · 746m · €€
Ver →
Tangarte
Restaurante · 849m · €€
Ver →
Acuario
Restaurante · 858m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near Altar

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Ría do Masma
★☆☆☆☆
190m · €
Illa Nova
★★★☆☆
886m · €€
Hotel Oca Playa de Foz
★★★★☆
912m · €€€
Web
O Rego
★★★☆☆
972m · €€
Balcón de San Bartolo
★★★☆☆
1018m · €€

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Área de Barreiros
Autocaravanas· ★★
390 m · Motorhomes
⛺
Área de Autocaravanas de Foz
Autocaravanas· ★★
1.3 km · Motorhomes
Vaciado
⛺
Camping de Llas
Camping· ★★★
1.5 km · Motorhomes · Tents
LavanderíaWiFi
Web+34 982 140 713
⛺
CotoCamper
Autocaravanas· ★★
2.7 km · Motorhomes
VaciadoEnganche eléctricoLavandería
Web+34 621310022
⛺
Altaia Camper Park
Autocaravanas· ★★
2.8 km · Motorhomes
Web+34982188494

Facilities & services

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

Information about Altar

MITECO 2024
Length1.1 m
Average width250 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationMedio
EnvironmentSemiurbana
Coastal facadeDunas / Acantilado
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado
VegetationYes
Protected areaYes
MunicipalityBarreiros
ProvinceLugo
RegionGalicia
Coordinates43.567033° N, -7.242828° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital da Costa
Distance21 km.
Call 982589900112

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About AltarEverything you need to know ↓

Playa en el borde de la ría del Masma

Altar is one of those beaches in Lugo that deserves a spot on your list this summer. It stretches 1.1 metres in length and 250 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. 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 Altar

How is the water at Altar today?+

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

What flag does Altar have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Altar?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Altar?+

Wind at Altar is 8 km/h with gusts of 22 km/h (NNE).

What time is high tide at Altar?+

Today's high tides at Altar are at 02:32 and 14:57 (3.4m). Coefficient 113, spring tides.

Is there parking near Altar?+

Yes, there is parking near Altar.

Are dogs allowed at Altar?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Altar.

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Beach facts
Length1.1 m
Width250 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingMedio
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 30 Apr, 19:11
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (2). Midday is perfect: warmer water