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Altar

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Barreiros·Lugo·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
07:19Sunrise
14h 12mDaylight hours
21:32Sunset

Tides at Altar today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
03:17
3.5m
▼ Low
09:30
0.4m
▲ High
15:42
3.4m
▼ Low
21:55
0.4m
Coefficient: 118Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Altar

Open-Meteo
17°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
17°CFeels like
UV 5UV index
82%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at Altar today

NESO
Speed10 km/h
Max gust21 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
10km/h NNE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 10km/h
Windsurf
10km/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
Niebla
18° 12°
0.2mm
Sáb 2
Tormenta
17° 13°
90%
Dom 3
Tormenta
15° 12°
97%
Lun 4
Lluvia
15° 8°
83%
Mar 5
Lluvia
15° 9°
53%

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

Restaurants near Altar

No restaurants found nearby

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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 · €€

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 10 km/h with gusts of 21 km/h (NNE).

What time is high tide at Altar?+

Today's high tides at Altar are at 03:17 and 15:42 (3.5m). Coefficient 118, 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 · 1 May, 16:58
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (5). Midday is perfect: warmer water