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7.4

Good

Praia de San Mamede

Caldebarcos, Spain

#203 out of 390 in Galicia

7.4

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access White fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

O Rego da Lena • 1.5 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Casa da Crega

9 - Excellent 350m

Bar Café Bar Ana

8.4 - Very good 380m

Cafe O Feitizo

8 - Very good 410m

Restaurant Fontevella

9 - Excellent 420m

Restaurant O Neixón

8.8 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant A casa da crega

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Bar Nosa Terra

8.4 - Very good 1.5km

Bar Salero Bar

8.4 - Very good 1.8km

Restaurant Chiringuito carnota

2.2km

Park Parque infantil de Lombáns

890m

Park Parque Pedrafigueira

2km

National Park Costa de Dexo

2.1km

Hiking Area Ruta Bico do santo

2.5km

Park Parque de Carnota

2.7km

Hiking Area Mirador Senda Verde

3.3km

Hiking Area Camiño dos mariñeiros

3.8km

Hiking Area Río das Bochecas

3.9km

Hiking Area Camiño de Rius

4km

Playground Parque Infantil do Pindo

4.9km

Playground Parque Infantil do Pindo

5.5km

Playground Parque do Fieiro

6.9km

Playground Parque da Fervenza do Ézaro

7.2km

Supermarket Supermercado Autoservicio Onda

2km

Supermarket Supermercado Claudio

2.6km

Supermarket Supermercados COVIRAN Autoservicio Rita

5km

Supermarket Supermercado Claudio O Pindo

5.3km

Ice Cream Shop Bico de Xeado

9.6 - Exceptional 6.7km

Supermarket Supermercado Antoxiños

6.9km

Ice Cream Shop Bitacora

9.4 - Excellent 6.9km

Tourist Attraction Paseo Marítimo de Caldebarcos

10 - Exceptional 320m

Tourist Attraction Casetas de Pescadores

9.2 - Excellent 390m

Tourist Attraction Plaia de Carrofeito

10 - Exceptional 820m

Tourist Attraction Praia De Insuela

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Tourist Attraction Dune de Carnota

9.8 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction O Bico do Santo

9.6 - Exceptional 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Carnota

9.4 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Hórreo de Carnota

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Letras de Carnota

2.6km

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About

Praia de San Mamede is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 103th place out of 178 beaches in the A Coruña region 46.5 km away from its center, the city of Santiago di Compostela. It is one of the beaches of O Rego da Lena settlement, just 1.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal blue water and white fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Praia de San Mamede coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Carnota, which has a rating of 7.9.

Praia de San Mamede is located in A Coruña within O Rego da Lena, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

6.2 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

O Rego da Lena • 1.5 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Casa da Crega

9 - Excellent 350m

Bar Café Bar Ana

8.4 - Very good 380m

Cafe O Feitizo

8 - Very good 410m

Restaurant Fontevella

9 - Excellent 420m

Restaurant O Neixón

8.8 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant A casa da crega

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Bar Nosa Terra

8.4 - Very good 1.5km

Bar Salero Bar

8.4 - Very good 1.8km

Restaurant Chiringuito carnota

2.2km

Park Parque infantil de Lombáns

890m

Park Parque Pedrafigueira

2km

National Park Costa de Dexo

2.1km

Hiking Area Ruta Bico do santo

2.5km

Park Parque de Carnota

2.7km

Hiking Area Mirador Senda Verde

3.3km

Hiking Area Camiño dos mariñeiros

3.8km

Hiking Area Río das Bochecas

3.9km

Hiking Area Camiño de Rius

4km

Playground Parque Infantil do Pindo

4.9km

Playground Parque Infantil do Pindo

5.5km

Playground Parque do Fieiro

6.9km

Playground Parque da Fervenza do Ézaro

7.2km

Supermarket Supermercado Autoservicio Onda

2km

Supermarket Supermercado Claudio

2.6km

Supermarket Supermercados COVIRAN Autoservicio Rita

5km

Supermarket Supermercado Claudio O Pindo

5.3km

Ice Cream Shop Bico de Xeado

9.6 - Exceptional 6.7km

Supermarket Supermercado Antoxiños

6.9km

Ice Cream Shop Bitacora

9.4 - Excellent 6.9km

Tourist Attraction Paseo Marítimo de Caldebarcos

10 - Exceptional 320m

Tourist Attraction Casetas de Pescadores

9.2 - Excellent 390m

Tourist Attraction Plaia de Carrofeito

10 - Exceptional 820m

Tourist Attraction Praia De Insuela

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Tourist Attraction Dune de Carnota

9.8 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction O Bico do Santo

9.6 - Exceptional 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa de Carnota

9.4 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Hórreo de Carnota

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Letras de Carnota

2.6km

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Located at nearest locality

O Rego da Lena • 2.9km from center

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2.2km from the beach

Apartamento en Carnota

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

O Rego da Lena • 3.3km from center

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2.4km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Nidos de carnota

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

O Rego da Lena • 2.1km from center

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3.2km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Apartamento Playa de Carnota

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

O Rego da Lena • 4.4km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

What to do in Praia de San Mamede? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Praia de San Mamede can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

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Nearest Beaches

830m 11 min walk

Connected beach

Praia de Carnota II Praia de Carnota II

7.9 Very good

Popular beach 2.9km

Connected beach

Carnota Beach Carnota Beach

7.9 Very good

4.7km

Praia do Mar de Lira Praia do Mar de Lira

7.8 Very good

5.5km

Praia do Pindo Praia do Pindo

7.6 Very good

7.3km

Praia do Ezaro Praia do Ezaro

8.2 Very good

8km

Praia de Gures Praia de Gures

8.4 Very good

8.6km

Praia de Area Triga Praia de Area Triga

7.2 Good

8.7km

Praia de Ventin Praia de Ventin

7.5 Very good

Localities

Nearest

O Rego da Lena • 1.5km

Main locality of province

Santiago de Compostela • 46.5km

Transport

Airport

SCQ • 57.1km

Bus Station

Estación de Autobuses de Noia • 19.3km

Train Station

Estación de tren Catoira • 37km

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7.4 Good

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RAT Alpha Ltd

10 Exceptional

The beach is simply amazing with its serene and peaceful atmosphere. The water is crystal clear and pristine, making it a true luxury to swim in. Additionally, the beach is impeccably clean, adding to the overall experience.

July 2023

Pate Melissa

10 Exceptional

The beach was fantastic with ample parking space and a sparse crowd.

July 2023

Sophia Papadopoulos

10 Exceptional

Nice place

July 2023

Elena K.

10 Exceptional

Idyllic, few people 💚

July 2023

Leōnidas David

6 Pleasant

Good for one time

July 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Praia de San Mamede?

The Praia de San Mamede is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Praia de San Mamede?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia de San Mamede, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Praia de San Mamede is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Praia de San Mamede good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Praia de San Mamede does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Praia de San Mamede for swimming is positive.

Is the Praia de San Mamede good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Praia de San Mamede secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia de San Mamede?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia de San Mamede.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Casa da Crega is the closest place located 1100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia de San Mamede?

There are 249 places to stay in the Praia de San Mamede area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia de San Mamede include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Praia de San Mamede from parking?

The Praia de San Mamede has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Praia de San Mamede?

There are 4 attractions near Praia de San Mamede that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Paseo Marítimo de Caldebarcos located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia de San Mamede?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia de San Mamede is August. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Praia de San Mamede (A Coruna) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Praia de San Mamede (A Coruna) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.