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Photo of Playa de San Antonio with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Playa de San Antonio with spacious multi bays

Photo of Playa de San Antonio with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Playa de San Antonio and the settlement

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7.8

Very good

Playa de San Antonio

Porto de Espasante, Spain

#126 out of 390 in Galicia

7.8

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access White fine sand Fine sand bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Formariz • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Bar A Boia

9.4 - Excellent 90m

Restaurant Restaurant Orillamar

7.4 - Good 110m

Cafe Café do Tempo

9 - Excellent 130m

Bar El Cafetal

9.2 - Excellent 160m

Bar Bodegon 82

9 - Excellent 180m

Bar Taberna In

8.8 - Excellent 250m

Bar A Escondida

9 - Excellent 260m

Coffee Shop O Furado

9.4 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Restaurante Os Vellos

8.8 - Excellent 280m

Hiking Area Camino Natural Ruta del Cantabrico

110m

Hiking Area Camino Natural Ruta del Cantabrico

160m

Park Souto da Croa

2km

Hiking Area Camino Natural Ruta del Cantabrico

2.2km

Hiking Area Nature Trail Cantabrian Route

7.5km

Hiking Area Pena furada

8.1km

Hiking Area Camiño Natural Rota do Cantábrico

8.5km

Hiking Area Área recreativa Playa Arealonga

9.1km

Hiking Area Punta "Castelos"

9.3km

Playground Parque infantil ladredo

2.3km

Playground Parque Infantil de Rúa do Porto

10km

Supermarket Comegalicia.com

370m

Supermarket Supermercado Claudio

400m

Supermarket Supermercado Claudio

7.3km

Supermarket Alimentación YURI

9.8km

Supermarket EROSKI

9.8km

Tourist Attraction Playa del Airon

10 - Exceptional 50m

Tourist Attraction Playa de San Antonio

50m

Tourist Attraction Mazorgán (or Bimbeiro) beach

9.2 - Excellent 170m

Tourist Attraction Casa do porco Antón

180m

Tourist Attraction Garita da Vela

550m

Tourist Attraction Praia Ribeira Grande

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Mirador Pena Furada

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia Fabrega

2.8km

Tourist Attraction El banco mas bonito del mundo

4.1km

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About

Playa de San Antonio is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 60th place out of 178 beaches in the A Coruña region 111.8 km away from its center, the city of Santiago di Compostela. It is one of the beaches of Formariz settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious several bays coastline with crystal turquoise 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.

Playa de San Antonio coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, showers. .

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

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Morouzos, which has a rating of 7.

Playa de San Antonio is located in A Coruña within Formariz, 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 +17 ^o C

Air temperature

7.2 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Formariz • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Bar A Boia

9.4 - Excellent 90m

Restaurant Restaurant Orillamar

7.4 - Good 110m

Cafe Café do Tempo

9 - Excellent 130m

Bar El Cafetal

9.2 - Excellent 160m

Bar Bodegon 82

9 - Excellent 180m

Bar Taberna In

8.8 - Excellent 250m

Bar A Escondida

9 - Excellent 260m

Coffee Shop O Furado

9.4 - Excellent 260m

Restaurant Restaurante Os Vellos

8.8 - Excellent 280m

Hiking Area Camino Natural Ruta del Cantabrico

110m

Hiking Area Camino Natural Ruta del Cantabrico

160m

Park Souto da Croa

2km

Hiking Area Camino Natural Ruta del Cantabrico

2.2km

Hiking Area Nature Trail Cantabrian Route

7.5km

Hiking Area Pena furada

8.1km

Hiking Area Camiño Natural Rota do Cantábrico

8.5km

Hiking Area Área recreativa Playa Arealonga

9.1km

Hiking Area Punta "Castelos"

9.3km

Playground Parque infantil ladredo

2.3km

Playground Parque Infantil de Rúa do Porto

10km

Supermarket Comegalicia.com

370m

Supermarket Supermercado Claudio

400m

Supermarket Supermercado Claudio

7.3km

Supermarket Alimentación YURI

9.8km

Supermarket EROSKI

9.8km

Tourist Attraction Playa del Airon

10 - Exceptional 50m

Tourist Attraction Playa de San Antonio

50m

Tourist Attraction Mazorgán (or Bimbeiro) beach

9.2 - Excellent 170m

Tourist Attraction Casa do porco Antón

180m

Tourist Attraction Garita da Vela

550m

Tourist Attraction Praia Ribeira Grande

10 - Exceptional 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Mirador Pena Furada

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia Fabrega

2.8km

Tourist Attraction El banco mas bonito del mundo

4.1km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Hotel Viento del Norte

Hotel

Xedriz • 540m from center

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2.8km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Pension Bajamar

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Formariz • 1.9km from center

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7.1km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

The Cliffs - The Painted Mill

Country House

Located at nearest locality

Formariz • 7.8km from center

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7.2km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

B&b o barqueiro 2

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

As Insuas • 7.9km from center

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7.4km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Hospedaje A Goleta

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

As Insuas • 8.1km from center

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The Cliffs - OBarqueiro - Le refuge des pcheurs

7.8km from the beach

10 Exceptional

The Cliffs - OBarqueiro - Le refuge des pcheurs

Entire House

As Insuas • 8.5km from center

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9.5km from the beach

8 Very good

Hospedaxe Don Manuel

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Chavin • 10.1km from center

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9.8km from the beach

The Cliffs - Polo Blue

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Formariz • 10.5km from center

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9.8km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

The Cliffs Vicedo - Leeward

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Formariz • 10.5km from center

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9.8km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Pension Galatea

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Moreiras • 10.5km from center

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10km from the beach

8.1 Very good

Pension O Remo

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Formariz • 10.7km from center

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10.2km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

The Cliffs - Galleon Amieiro

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Corveira • 10.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.4 (Pleasant)

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Nearest Beaches

1.1km 15 min walk

Praia de Espasante Praia de Espasante

6.8 Good

1.5km 19 min walk

Praia do Sarridal Praia do Sarridal

5.9 Pleasant

3.3km

Praia Fabrega Praia Fabrega

6 Pleasant

4.5km

Praia de Morouzos Praia de Morouzos

7 Good

4.7km

Playa do Picon Playa do Picon

5.9 Pleasant

5.5km

Playa de Figueiras Playa de Figueiras

6 Pleasant

6.1km

Praia de Basteira Praia de Basteira

6.9 Good

6.3km

Playa de Esteiro Playa de Esteiro

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Formariz • 940m

Main locality of province

Santiago de Compostela • 111.8km

Transport

Airport

LCG • 66.4km

Bus Station

Cruce Lodairo • 40.2km

Train Station

Espasante • 1.9km

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7.8 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

Alfredo Burgos Zúñiga

10 Exceptional

This place is the perfect spot to cool down on a hot day. Its tranquil atmosphere is ideal for unwinding and taking in the beauty of nature. The sand is soft and inviting, and the waves create a soothing sound. All in all, it's the perfect place to relax and enjoy some peace and quiet.

March 2023

Maria Ignacia

6 Pleasant

The beach of Airon, Céltigos is not in the right spot. It's actually located in Espasante, San Antonio. This mistake has led to a huge headache, with traffic jams and cars blocking the way for motorhomes. It's a real nuisance.

March 2023

Rafael Antonio Pérez

6 Pleasant

That place is a great spot to visit, with its white, fine sand and its rough seas. It's definitely worth a visit.

March 2023

Erik Schulte

8 Very good

This beach was good, I guess. Nothing particularly special, but it was a nice enough spot to spend some time.

March 2023

Santiago Ruiz

8 Very good

This location is an ideal place for those seeking tranquility and serenity. Its peaceful atmosphere and lack of crowds make it the perfect spot for a peaceful getaway. The sand is soft and the waves are gentle, creating a relaxed and calming atmosphere. The scenery is beautiful and the sunsets are breathtaking. If you're looking for a place to relax and unwind, this is definitely the beach for you.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de San Antonio?

The Playa de San Antonio is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Playa de San Antonio?

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

Is the Playa de San Antonio good for swimming?

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

Playa de San Antonio is partially protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Playa de San Antonio for swimming is very positive.

Is the Playa de San Antonio 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 Playa de San Antonio 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.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de San Antonio?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa de San Antonio.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Jesús Rubido Porben is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de San Antonio?

There are 77 places to stay in the Playa de San Antonio area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de San Antonio include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Playa de San Antonio from parking?

The Playa de San Antonio has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa de San Antonio?

There are 4 attractions near Playa de San Antonio that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa del Airon located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de San Antonio?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa de San Antonio is August. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa de San Antonio (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.Playa de San Antonio (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.