Praia de Carnota, Atlantic beach in Carnota, Spain
Praia de Carnota is a wide sandy beach on the Galician coast that stretches for several kilometers with natural dunes running along its edge. The water is calm and warm, and the sand is fine and pale, making it easy to walk and swim.
The coastal area around Carnota was inhabited in ancient times and later developed as a fishing center. This maritime heritage shaped how the community grew and continues to influence local life.
The fishing village around this beach maintains its maritime character through daily activities, with boats and nets visible along the shore showing how locals rely on the sea.
The beach has parking areas near the dunes and wooden walkways to protect the natural landscape. Lifeguards are on duty during summer months, and showers and bathrooms are available at the entrance.
The water here stays warmer than at other nearby beaches along the Galician coast throughout most of the year. This makes swimming more comfortable and attracts more people during cooler months.
Address: Praia de Carnota, Carnota, A Coruña, Spain
GPS coordinates: 42.82453,-9.10840
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
Spain has more than 8,000 kilometers of coastlines home to hundreds of beaches with diverse characteristics. The Mediterranean, Atlantic, Balearic Islands, and Canary Islands feature contrasting marine scenery: coves sheltered between cliffs, extensive sandy areas, urban beaches, and protected natural zones. Each coastal region has developed its own identity influenced by local geology and climate. The Balearic Islands include bays like Cala Macarella in Menorca or Ses Illetes in Formentera, where white sand contrasts with clear Mediterranean waters. The Canary Islands display volcanic landscapes, with the Maspalomas dunes on Gran Canaria stretching over 6 kilometers, or Lanzarote’s red cliffs framing Playa del Papagayo. Along the Andalusian coast, the Cabo de Gata Natural Park houses Mónsul Beach with its black volcanic formations, while Bolonia near Tarifa features a 4-kilometer-long beach with Roman remains. The northern coast presents a different scene: La Concha urban beach in San Sebastián forms a 1.5-kilometer arc, the limestone cliffs of Asturias protect Playa del Silencio, and the Cíes Islands in Galicia are part of a marine national park.
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