Amió
Val de San Vicente, Cantabria · Cantabria
Description
A vast, windswept beach of golden sand and boulders with minimal facilities.
Amió is a remote beach of sand and pebbles in Val de San Vicente (Cantabria). The sand is golden.
It measures 600 metres long and 50 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf and windy. It is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
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, Wheelchair access, Toilets, Foot wash, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Amió?
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 Amió?
According to the MITECO registry, Amió is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Amió a good beach for children?
Amió has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Amió have a Blue Flag?
No. Amió 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 | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aramal | Val de San Vicente | 20.5°C | — |
| El Sable | Val de San Vicente | 20.9°C | — |
| Las Arenas | Val de San Vicente | 21.0°C | — |
| El Pedrero | Val de San Vicente | 20.4°C | — |
| Barnejo | Val de San Vicente | 20.9°C | — |
| La Fuente | San Vicente de la Barquera | 20.9°C | — |
| Mendía | Ribadedeva | 20.8°C | — |
| El Oso | Ribadedeva | 20.5°C | — |
| La Franca | Ribadedeva | 20.8°C | — |
| La Acacia | Llanes | 20.5°C | — |
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