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Description
Situada en la desembocadura del río Espasa, que divide los concejos de Caravia (derecha) y Colunga (izquierda). Playa extensa que está compuesta por arena dorada y ofrece un buen nivel de servicios.
La Espasa is a semi-urban beach of sand in Caravia (Asturias). At La Espasa the sand is golden.
It measures 1,150 metres long and 60 metres wide; recorded occupancy is high.
Sea state recorded by MITECO for La Espasa: strong surf and windy. La Espasa is reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.
La Espasa is listed with a lifeguard service in the MITECO registry. Hazard signage is recorded at La Espasa.
- Length
- 1.150 metros
- Width
- 60 metros
- Sand type
- Dorada (Arena)
- Occupancy
- Alto
- Sea conditions
- Oleaje fuerte / Ventosa
- Access
- A pie fácil / Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Hospital del Oriente de Asturias
- Nearest marina:
- Lastres
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- ♿ Wheelchair access
- 🚿 Showers
- 🚻 Toilets
- 🚰 Foot wash
- 🅿️ Parking
- 👶 Children's area
- 🏄 Surf zone
- 🍽️ Restaurants
Not recorded in the registry for La Espasa: Sports area, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Nudism.
Facilities at La Espasa according to 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 the signs at the beach before you swim. Beach registry: March 2026 edition.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at La Espasa?
Yes. The MITECO beach registry records lifeguards at La Espasa, usually seasonal, so check the posted hours when you arrive.
How do you get to La Espasa?
MITECO records that you get to La Espasa easily on foot and by car, and there is parking.
Is La Espasa a good beach for children?
La Espasa has a children's area on record. Before swimming at La Espasa, check the flag and the day's sea state.
Does La Espasa have a Blue Flag?
No. La Espasa is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The nearest Blue Flag beach is Rodiles (Villaviciosa), 15 km away in a straight line. Without a flag, La Espasa can be just as good: the label measures services and water quality, not looks.
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