Beach of Santa María del Mar, Beach in Castrillón, Spain.
Santa María del Mar Beach stretches approximately 300 meters in length and 150 meters in width, featuring fine golden sands and moderate waves suitable for swimming and casual water activities.
The beach is located at the mouth of the Ferrera river where it meets the sea, creating a natural bay that has attracted visitors for generations in this ancient Asturian coastal region.
The nearby La Ladrona islet is steeped in local folklore, with legends telling of caves once inhabited by a giant squid, contributing to the maritime storytelling traditions of the Asturian coast.
The beach offers essential facilities including toilets, showers, litter bins, cleaning services, and parking for over 100 vehicles, with rescue services operating daily from June 7th to September 8th.
The beach features accessible ramps for visitors with mobility limitations and is situated within a tourist center that includes two campsites and connects to other beaches in Castrillón's coastal network.
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