- 5 min read
The beautiful beaches of Pontevedra
A natural haven in Galicia

Situated on the Atlantic coast, the province of Pontevedra boasts stunning beaches, from the Ría de Arousa in the north to the mouth of the Miño River in the south.
The Ría de Pontevedra leads us to the beaches closest to the provincial capital: Poio, Sanxenxo, O Grove, Marín, Bueu... But we must not forget the beauty of the Ría de Vigo or the tranquillity of the Ría de Arousa, the largest of the Galician rias.
The following selection is just a small example of the magnificent beaches of Pontevedra.
Table of Content
O Grove and its iconic beaches
Sanxenxo
Poio
O Morrazo (Marín, Bueu, Cangas, and Moaña)
Cangas
Moaña
Ría de Arousa
PROPERTIES IN PONTEVEDRA
Engel & Völkers Pontevedra
O Grove and its iconic beaches

A Lanzada Beach
With more than 2 kilometres in length, it is the largest beach in the province of Pontevedra. Facing southeast, it offers magnificent views of the Illa de Ons and beautiful sunsets. It features a wooden promenade parallel to the sea, inviting visitors to enjoy it throughout the year.
Area da Cruz Beach
A south-facing beach, located between the beaches of Seixeliño and Sobre do Pozo. The dune complex at the end of the beach is worth highlighting.
A Barrosa Beach
Shaped like a half shell, with fine white sand, and located very close to the Pedras Negras development and the San Vicente do Mar marina.
Other beautiful beaches of O Grove:

Sanxenxo

Areas Beach
At 715 metres in length, it is one of the most visited beaches in Sanxenxo. At its eastern end, there is the small Cala dos Mortos, which can be reached at low tide, and Punta Festiñanzo, offering beautiful views of the entire ria.
Montalvo Beach
A magnificent beach with a straight shape, starting at Punta Paxariñas and reaching Punta Montalvo, a location with wonderful views. It is an open, windy beach with moderate waves.
Canelas Beach
Located in Portonovo, between Punta Seame and Punta de Cabicastro, both offering fabulous views of the Ría de Pontevedra. It has a small dune area at the top of the beach.
Other beautiful beaches of Sanxenxo:

Poio
Samieira beach

Chancelas Beach
With a length of 140 metres, it is sheltered from the wind and close to the urban area.
Raxó Beach
Also located in an urban setting, it is one of the most visited beaches due to its proximity to Pontevedra.
Lourido Beach
Also known as O Polvorín, it offers numerous services and an extensive seafront promenade.
O Morrazo (Marín, Bueu, Cangas, and Moaña)
There are few beaches on the O Morrazo peninsula that are not truly spectacular.
Marín and Bueu

Cangas

Areabrava Beach
It is the largest beach in the Ría de Aldán, with a dune field and a small lake, and is protected as a Natural Space.
Nerga Beach
Located in a protected area of the Red Natura 2000 network, with fantastic views of the Illas Cíes.
Castiñeiras Beach
A beautiful beach surrounded by trees, it is part of a series of coves separated by small headlands between Punta Ameixide and Punta Pinea.
Moaña

Con Beach
Located in the Tirán area, it has easy access and is just a step away from the urban centre.
Canaval Beach
Also known as the "Beach of the Germans", it is a beautiful and very tranquil beach.
Domaio Beach
A sheltered beach with fine sand, offering beautiful views of the Ría de Vigo and the mussel rafts (bateas).
Ría de Arousa

In this journey through some of the most beautiful beaches of Pontevedra, we cannot forget this magnificent setting: Vilagarcía de Arousa, Vilanova de Arousa, A Illa de Arousa…
You may also be interested in
A historical walking tour of Pontevedra
