Playa de Ostende, Sandy beach in Castro Urdiales, Spain.
The beach extends for 900 meters along the Cantabrian coast, offering a natural shoreline with a width of 50 meters of dark sand.
The artificial creation of Playa de Ostende expanded the recreational areas of Castro Urdiales, transforming the coastal landscape of this northern Spanish municipality.
This beach received the Blue Flag certification from the European Community, marking it as one of 13 beaches in the region meeting quality standards.
Visitors can access the beach through a promenade, with surveillance equipment and local police presence ensuring safety throughout the designated swimming areas.
The beach features white tents along its coastline and sits on a dune formation with natural vegetation that functions as protection against winds.
Location: Castro Urdiales
Length: 900 m
Width: 50 m
Made from material: silt marsh
GPS coordinates: 43.38819,-3.22682
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:11
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