Compostela, Urban beach in Vilagarcía de Arousa, Spain

Compostela is an urban beach in Carril, in the municipality of Vilagarcía de Arousa, running from the port of Vilagarcía to Santiago de Carril. It stretches over two kilometres and is backed by a promenade and buildings of up to ten storeys along Avenida de Rosalía de Castro. It is joined to A Concha beach by land reclamation.

The beach developed alongside Vilagarcía de Arousa's port growth during the 20th century as shipping became central to the region. The cove has long been shaped by maritime activity and commerce.

The name comes from the residents of Santiago de Compostela, who once came here in crowds because the beach lies a few metres from the railway station. The Galician name Praia da Cuncha, shell beach, is also used. It is an urban beach beside the promenade along the Avenida de Rosalía de Castro.

The beach is reached by train from Santiago de Compostela's central station with regular services throughout the day. It is best to visit early in the day for clearer orientation and fewer crowds.

From the shore you can watch large cargo ships entering the nearby industrial port. This contrast between a natural beach and active maritime commerce gives the place an unusual character.