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Best beaches in Galicia

The best beaches in Galicia, on the coast of Spain — 4 shores from Playa de las Catedrales to Praia de Carnota, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.

The warmest sea in Galicia is ~20°C, at Playa de las Catedrales, in season around Jun-Sep at low tide. Across its 4 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~17.8°C in the warm season.

When to visit beaches in Galicia

Most of the 4 beaches listed in Galicia are at their best June to September, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea runs from about 17°C at Praia de Carnota up to ~20°C at Playa de las Catedrales.

Choosing a beach in Galicia

For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Rodas Beach; surfers should look at Praia da Lanzada and Praia de Carnota; for white sand head to Rodas Beach or Praia da Lanzada; and 1 of the 4 hold Blue Flag status.

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Beaches in Galicia: frequently asked questions

What is the warmest beach in Galicia?

Playa de las Catedrales (Ribadeo, Galicia) tops the list, with water around 20°C at the height of the season.

When is the best time to visit beaches in Galicia?

The season in Galicia runs June to September, with July the peak. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.

How warm is the sea in Galicia?

Warm-season water in Galicia spans roughly 17–20°C; the average across the listed beaches is about 17.8°C.

Does Galicia have Blue Flag beaches?

It does. 1 of the 4 listed beaches fly the Blue Flag, Praia da Lanzada among them.

Are there white-sand beaches in Galicia?

Yes — 2 of the listed beaches have white sand, led by Rodas Beach and Praia da Lanzada.

Which beach in Galicia is best for families?

Rodas Beach — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about.