Bamio
Vilagarcía de Arousa, Pontevedra · Galicia
Description
A beach next to the Bamio town center, from which it takes its name.
Bamio is a semi-urban beach of sand in Vilagarcía de Arousa (Pontevedra). The sand is white.
It measures 167 metres long and 50 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. 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, Foot wash, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Bamio?
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 Bamio?
According to the MITECO registry, Bamio is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Bamio a good beach for children?
Bamio has no children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Bamio have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Bamio is listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data, an award that requires bathing-water quality, services and environmental information.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illa Cortegada | Vilagarcía de Arousa | 16.7°C | — |
| Aceveira | Rianxo | 16.7°C | — |
| Tres Cruces | Rianxo | 16.7°C | — |
| Carril | Vilagarcía de Arousa | 16.7°C | — |
| Compostela | Vilagarcía de Arousa | 16.7°C | Yes |
| As Cunchas | Rianxo | 16.7°C | — |
| O Porrón | Rianxo | 16.7°C | — |
| A Concha | Vilagarcía de Arousa | 16.7°C | — |
| Pereira Torta | Rianxo | 16.7°C | — |
| Tronco | Rianxo | 16.7°C | — |
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