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Home / Provinces of Spain / Lugo / Ribadeo / Beaches in Ribadeo /

As Catedrais / Las Catedrales / Carricelas/Augasantas Beach

Blue flag beach

Beach of great ecological value in a coastal area that spans several kilometres. The caves and shapes of its rocks are characteristic. Declared a Natural Monument, it is located within a protected area that extends from Lóngara Beach to the O Penedo do Corvo point.
Awarded the "Q" for Tourist Quality since 2008. Holds the ISO 14001 from EMAS. Attracts a large number of visitors in summer and winter. There is a promenade at the top, made of wooden walkways that do not harm the environment and information panels that disseminate the biological value of this coastal area. Bus, toilets, and tourist office in high season (Easter - November). Cleaning service in summer.

Location

It's one of the beaches in Ribadeo, located in the province of Lugo (Galicia).
Coast: Costa de las Rías Altas

Beach description

Length: 880 meters

Width: 50 meters

Environment: Semi-urban

Composition: Sand

Swimming conditions: Moderate waves

Nudist area: No

Level of occupancy: High

Degree of urbanization: Isolated

Sea promenade

Environmental features

Protected area
Natural Monument / SAC (Special Area of Conservation) / Biosphere Reserve
Vegetation

Getting there

How to get: Easy on foot
The access points are signposted
Nearest road: Ctra. de la Costa
Parking: Not patrolled (More than 100 parking spaces)
Bus: Interurban 1.5 km away, beach bus

More info

Services

Toilets
Feet shower
Showers
Litter bins
Cleaning service
Food
Drink
Marina: Real Club Náutico de Ribadeo (distance to the beach: 8 km)

Vigilance

Rescue team. Summer season. Human and material resources
Danger signposting. Flags. Summer season

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Os Bloques

Beach located between the Ensenada de Vilavella and the Mirasol pier, in the Ribadeo estuary.

O Cargadoiro

Beach located between the port of Ribadeo and the Isla Pancha lighthouse. It takes its name from an old loading dock that is still maintained on the same beach, now restored.

Rocas Brancas

Beach near the Ribadeo lighthouse.

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Beaches in Ribadeo