Playa de Gulpiyuri, Natural inland beach in Llanes, Spain.
The beach extends 40 meters in length and features a sandy shore connected to the Cantabrian Sea through underground limestone tunnels.
The beach received official protection status as a Natural Monument in 2001, recognizing its geological importance within Spain's protected areas network.
Local residents named this geological formation Gulpiyuri, which translates to water circle in reference to its distinctive shape and water movement.
Visitors can reach the beach by walking one kilometer from Naves village through agricultural fields, following marked paths to the location.
The water level at this inland beach changes with ocean tides, creating small waves through natural tunnels carved in the limestone rock.
Location: Llanes
Location: Naves
Inception: 2001
GPS coordinates: 43.44756,-4.88610
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:48
A selection of Spanish beaches with white sand, turquoise water, and natural rock formations. From the coves of Balearic Islands to the Atlantic shores of Cantabria, this list contains information about locations, characteristics, and local features.
Spain is home to hundreds of beaches along its 8,000 kilometers of coastline. The Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands offer varied beaches: secluded coves, long stretches of sand, urban beaches, and protected natural sites. From the fine white sand of Formentera to the cliffs of the Cantabrian coast, passing through the dunes of Maspalomas and the rocky formations of Galicia.
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