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Area da Cruz beach
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Area da Cruz beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 33th place out of 143 beaches in the Pontevedra region 22.4 km away from its center, the city of Pontevedra. It is one of the beaches of Balea Maritima settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views.
It is a spacious bay 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 partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Area da Cruz beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
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. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
19 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia Da Lanzada, which has a rating of 8.6.
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Area da Cruz beach is located in Pontevedra within Balea Maritima, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
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.
User reviews
"This beach is fantastic! The water is crystal clear and pristine. Additionally, there are several restaurants available to enhance your experience with a delicious meal or refreshing drink."
Luisa Maria Garcia Perez
User reviews
"This beach is fantastic! The water is crystal clear and pristine. Additionally, there are several restaurants available to enhance your experience with a delicious meal or refreshing drink."
Luisa Maria Garcia Perez
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Chiringuito Area da...• 3 min walk
- Taberna Meloxeira• 3 min walk
- Bar Brisa Comidas• 4 min walk
- Seixeliño• 4 min walk
Attractions
- O Quinteiro de Tempe...• 21 min walk
- Miradoiro Con da Hed...• 26 min walk
- Playa de As Pipas• 2.5km
Transport
- VGO• 34.7km
- Estacion Maritima De...• 5.6km
- Vilagarcia de Arousa• 19.8km
Localities
- Balea Maritima• 500m
- Pontevedra• 22.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Area da Cruz beach?
The Area da Cruz beach 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 Area da Cruz beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Area da Cruz beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Area da Cruz beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Area da Cruz beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Area da Cruz beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Area da Cruz beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Area da Cruz beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
What are the key audiences of Area da Cruz beach?
Area da Cruz beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Area da Cruz beach?
The bar is located right on the Area da Cruz beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Chiringuito Area da Cruz is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Area da Cruz beach?
There are 981 places to stay in the Area da Cruz beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Area da Cruz beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Area da Cruz beach from parking?
The Area da Cruz beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Area da Cruz beach?
There are 3 attractions near Area da Cruz beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are O Quinteiro de Temperán located in 1.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Area da Cruz beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Area da Cruz beach is July. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 17°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?
Area da Cruz beach (Pontevedra) 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.Area da Cruz beach (Pontevedra) 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.
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