At a Glance — Areas, Galicia, Spain
| Is Areas, Galicia, Spain Blue Flag certified? | Blue Flag Certified — FEE-accredited, audited annually for water quality, facilities, safety, and environmental education. |
| What does it cost to enter Areas, Galicia, Spain? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Areas, Galicia, Spain open? | Beach season runs 1 Jul to 15 Sep. Best months: June, September. |
| Is Areas, Galicia, Spain safe for swimming? | Lifeguards On Duty Lifeguards are stationed during beach hours. Always check safety flags before entering the water. |
| Does Areas, Galicia, Spain have facilities for disabled visitors? | Accessible Accessible facilities are available for visitors with disabilities. |
| What facilities are at Areas, Galicia, Spain? | Parking Lifeguards Accessible Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit Areas, Galicia, Spain? | June, September June, September offer the best conditions. |
| How far is Areas, Galicia, Spain from Sanxenxo? | Areas, Galicia, Spain is approximately 2.49 km from Sanxenxo. |
About Areas, Galicia, Spain
"Length: 700 m Fine sand rural beach How to get to the beach: Sanxenxo, Pontevedra, Spain."
The Blue Flag programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and is one of the world's most recognised voluntary eco-labels. Areas, Galicia, Spain holds current Blue Flag certification, meeting the programme's 33 annual criteria for water quality, safety, and environmental management. The beach is managed by Sanxenxo.
On-site facilities include nearby parking, trained lifeguard supervision during the season, and accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities. Entry to Areas, Galicia, Spain is free of charge.
You can get to the beach using the public transport network or your own vehicule by normal road. Lifesaving timetable:from june 15th to september 15th, from 12 to 20 hours. Near natural sites: The municipality of Sanxenxo is part of the Umia - O Grove Inter-tidal Complex.This ecosystem is considered as one of the richest in Galicia. The transition between the maritime and terrestrial environment occurs in a gradual manner, with oscilating tidal movements on wide land surfaces, apart from the many rivers, which flow into this area, contributing to enrich the ecosystem with their fresh water. The littoral or Inter-tidal complex consists of several biotopes (inlets, beaches, dunes, etc.), which account for the great variety of fauna and flora. These biotopes in the Umia-O Grove Inter-tidal complex create wetlands of international importance for avifauna since this is a resting area for more than 100 bird species during their migratory journeys: waders, sea crows, herons, mallards and many more.For this reasons, this Inter-Tidal complex has been included in the Ramsar Convention (Official Spanish Bulleting 8-5-1990) and has been acknowledged as a Special Bird Proteccion Area in 1989 in accordance with the European directive 79/409 EEC regarding the conservation of wild birds. It has also been included in the Spanish Proposal of Places of European Importance in order to be accepted in the Natura Network 2000.Few miles away from the coast of the municipality of Sanxenxo we can find the National Park of the Atlantic Islands. Web site: www . sanxenxo.org
Accessible Beach — Areas, Galicia, Spain
Areas, Galicia, Spain offers accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities, meeting the Blue Flag programme's accessibility criteria. Contact beach management for details on available equipment and assistance.
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What Visitors Say About Areas, Galicia, Spain
Note: The visitor experiences below are drawn from publicly available travel community discussions and visitor feedback. Beach conditions, facilities, and experiences can change over time. Always verify current conditions directly with local beach management before visiting.
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Best Time to Visit Areas, Galicia, Spain
Areas, Galicia, Spain sees its best conditions in June, September. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jul to 15 Sep.
| Month | Avg Temp | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | 10°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | 11°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | 14°C | Medium | Medium | |
| May | 16°C | Medium | Medium | |
| June | 18°C | Medium | Medium | |
| July | 21°C | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | 20°C | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | 19°C | Medium | Medium | |
| October | 16°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | 12°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | 11°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to Areas, Galicia, Spain
By Train
Pontevedra — 12.12 km away.
From Sanxenxo
Approximately 2.49 km from Sanxenxo.
Parking
Parking is available near Areas, Galicia, Spain. Check current availability on arrival.
On Areas, Galicia, Spain
The transition between the maritime and terrestrial environment occurs in a gradual manner, with oscilating tidal movements on wide land surfaces, apart from the many rivers, which flow into this area, contributing to enrich the ecosystem with their fresh water. The littoral or Inter-tidal complex consists of several biotopes (inlets, beaches, dunes, etc.), which account for the great variety of fauna and flora. These biotopes in the Umia-O Grove Inter-tidal complex create wetlands of international importance for avifauna since this is a resting area for more than 100 bird species during their migratory journeys: waders, sea crows, herons, mallards and many more.For this reasons, this Inter-Tidal complex has been included in the Ramsar Convention (Official Spanish Bulleting 8-5-1990) and has been acknowledged as a Special Bird Proteccion Area in 1989 in accordance with the European directive 79/409 EEC regarding the conservation of wild birds. It has also been included in the Spanish Proposal of Places of European Importance in order to be accepted in the Natura Network 2000.Few miles away from the coast of the municipality of Sanxenxo we can find the National Park of the Atlantic Islands. Web site: www . sanxenxo.org
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Areas, Galicia, Spain undergoes regular bathing water quality testing throughout the season. The FEE Blue Flag programme requires that test results are displayed at the beach and that all certified beaches meet the EU Bathing Water Directive (or equivalent national standard).
Practical Information — Areas, Galicia, Spain
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 Jul to 15 Sep |
| Lifeguards | Yes — on duty during beach hours. |
| Toilets | Check on arrival. |
| Showers | Check on arrival. |
| Parking | Parking available nearby. |
| Accessibility | Accessible facilities available. Contact beach management for details. |
| Beach Type | Sandy beach. |
| Facing | S-facing — S. |
| Coordinates | 42.393047° N, -8.777869° E |
| Managed by | Sanxenxo |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |