Playa de Oyambre, Sand beach in Cantabria, Spain
Playa de Oyambre sits between San Vicente de la Barquera and Comillas, stretching across golden sand with shallow waters suitable for swimming. Rocky outcrops frame the shoreline and create natural coves where you can explore tidal pools and shells.
The beach became part of the protected Oyambre Natural Park in 1988, a key moment in safeguarding the coastal ecosystems of Cantabria. This protected status was established to preserve the region's valuable dune and wetland systems.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing practices along the beach, contributing to the preservation of Cantabrian maritime customs and regional gastronomy.
The beach has restrooms, showers, and lifeguards on duty during summer, along with parking available for cars nearby. Bring a towel and check the tide times to explore the rocky areas safely during low water.
The protected area has an intricate system of dunes and wetlands where many bird species nest and feed, visible from the walking paths. These habitats create different microclimates that shift the landscape from coast to inland areas.
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