Rodas, White sand beach in Cies Islands, Spain.
Rodas is a white sand beach in the Cies Islands off Vigo that stretches roughly 1,300 meters. A natural sand formation connects two islands, and the water on each side has different characteristics.
The Cies Islands received protected status to preserve the natural environment and marine life. This protection has shaped how the islands have been used and visited over time.
The beach draws people from the region for swimming and relaxation during the warmer months. Gathering by the water is woven into how locals spend their summers.
Access is by ferry from Vigo, with regular services running from June through September. This is the best season for beach conditions and visitor comfort.
The beach owes its character to a natural sand formation that shifts between the two islands depending on tides and currents. Visitors sometimes find it possible to walk from one island to the other on foot.
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