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Description
Situada en la desembocadura del río Cabra, cuenta con arena fina blanca, gran afluencia de público y un buen nivel de servicios.
La Franca is a semi-urban beach of sand in Ribadedeva (Asturias). The sand at La Franca is white.
It measures 260 metres long and 141 metres wide; recorded occupancy is high.
The registry describes the sea at La Franca as: moderate surf. La Franca is reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at La Franca. La Franca has hazard signage on record.
- Length
- 260 metros
- Width
- 141 metros
- Sand type
- Blanca (Arena)
- Occupancy
- Alto
- Sea conditions
- Oleaje moderado
- Access
- A pie fácil / Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Hospital del Oriente de Asturias
- Nearest marina:
- Llanes
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- ♿ Wheelchair access
- 🚿 Showers
- 🚻 Toilets
- 🅿️ Parking
- 🍽️ Restaurants
Not recorded in the registry for La Franca: Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Nudism.
No data
- Foot wash
Facilities at La Franca 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Franca?
Yes. La Franca has lifeguards per MITECO; cover usually runs only through the bathing season, and the hours are on the signs.
How do you get to La Franca?
According to the MITECO registry, La Franca is reached easily on foot and by car, and there is parking.
Is La Franca a good beach for children?
La Franca has no children's area on record. Before swimming at La Franca, check the flag and the day's sea state.
Does La Franca have a Blue Flag?
No. La Franca is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The nearest Blue Flag beach is Merón (San Vicente de la Barquera), 16 km away in a straight line. Without a flag, La Franca can be just as good: the label measures services and water quality, not looks.
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