Do Cocho das Dornas Beach — Vigo, Spain

Description

A small rocky beach at Samil point.

Do Cocho das Dornas is a semi-urban beach of sand and rock in Vigo (Pontevedra). The sand is white.

It measures 50 metres long and 70 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.

Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf and strong surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.

The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at this beach. Hazard signage is recorded.

Length 50 m

Width 70 m

Sand type White (Sand / Rock)

Occupancy Medium

Sea conditions Moderate waves / Strong waves

Access Easy walk / Car

Reference hospital: Hospital Álvaro Cunqueiro

Nearest marina: Puerto deportivo de Bouzas

Facilities

Confirmed in the registry

🛟 Lifeguard

♿ Wheelchair access

🚿 Showers

🚻 Toilets

🅿️ Parking

🍽️ Restaurants

Not recorded in the registry: 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Do Cocho das Dornas?

Yes. The MITECO beach registry records a lifeguard service here. Cover is usually seasonal, so check the posted hours when you arrive.

How do you get to Do Cocho das Dornas?

According to the MITECO registry, Do Cocho das Dornas is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.

Is Do Cocho das Dornas a good beach for children?

Do Cocho das Dornas has no children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.

Does Do Cocho das Dornas have a Blue Flag?

No. Do Cocho das Dornas 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
Espedrigada	Vigo	15.6°C	—
De Argazada	Vigo	15.2°C	Yes
O Tombo do Gato	Vigo	15.6°C	Yes
As Fontes	Vigo	15.6°C	—
A Mourisca	Vigo	15.6°C	—
O Cocho	Vigo	15.0°C	—
Samil	Vigo	15.6°C	Yes
Alcabre	Vigo	15.6°C	Yes
A Calzoa	Vigo	15.6°C	—
Bouzas	Vigo	15.1°C	—