Calo del Faro Beach — Vigo, Spain

Description

A tranquil cove nestled deep within the cliffs of Monte de la Guía, with Islote Cabrón visible offshore.

Calo del Faro is a remote beach of sand and pebbles in Vigo (Pontevedra). The sand is golden.

It measures 24 metres long and 6 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.

Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached on foot. 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.

Length 24 m

Width 6 m

Sand type Golden (Sand / Boulders)

Occupancy Low

Sea conditions Moderate waves

Access On foot

Reference hospital: Hospital Álvaro Cunqueiro

Nearest marina: A Lagoa

Facilities

The MITECO registry confirms no facilities at this beach. That does not mean it has none — many remote coves are not inventoried in detail.

Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Calo del Faro?

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 Calo del Faro?

According to the MITECO registry, Calo del Faro is reached on foot. No parking is recorded in the registry.

Is Calo del Faro a good beach for children?

Calo del Faro has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.

Does Calo del Faro have a Blue Flag?

No. Calo del Faro 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
A Lagoa	Vigo	15.4°C	—
A Punta	Vigo	15.4°C	Yes
Manquiña	Vigo	15.4°C	—
Ríos de Fora	Vigo	15.4°C	—
Ríos de dentro	Vigo	15.4°C	—
Mende	Vigo	15.4°C	—
Suacasa	Vigo	15.4°C	—
Do Latón	Moaña	15.4°C	—
Arealonga	Redondela	15.4°C	—
Do Cocho	Moaña	15.4°C	—