A Barrosa
O Grove, Pontevedra · Galicia
Description
In San Vicente del Mar, in a semi-urban area.
A Barrosa is a semi-urban beach of sand in O Grove (Pontevedra). The sand is white.
It measures 130 metres long and 40 bajamar / 15 pleamar (metres) wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf and windy. It is reached easily on foot and by car. No parking is recorded.
The MITECO registry records no lifeguard service here. That does not rule out seasonal cover by the local council — check the signage when you arrive. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Nudism.
Facilities per the MITECO beach registry. “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty. Always check local signage before swimming.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at A Barrosa?
Not recorded. The MITECO registry lists no lifeguard here, which in practice means swimming unsupervised. Some councils add cover in July and August without it reaching the registry — the signage at the beach is what counts.
How do you get to A Barrosa?
According to the MITECO registry, A Barrosa is reached easily on foot and by car. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is A Barrosa a good beach for children?
A Barrosa has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does A Barrosa have a Blue Flag?
No. A Barrosa is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The Blue Flag certifies services and water quality, not how attractive a beach is — plenty of unflagged coves are excellent.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|
| Farruco | O Grove | — |
| Abelleira | O Grove | — |
| Buraco da Alondra | O Grove | — |
| Canelas | O Grove | — |
| Espiño | O Grove | — |
| Portiño | O Grove | — |
| Seixeliño | O Grove | — |
| Area da Cruz | O Grove | — |
| Con do Corvo | O Grove | — |
| Aguieira | O Grove | — |
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