Melide
Cangas, Pontevedra · Galicia
Description
A pristine cove between Cabo Home and Cabo Pequeño, set within a protected natural area.
Melide is a remote beach of sand in Cangas (Pontevedra). The sand is white.
It measures 275 metres long and 40 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is moderate.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf and windy. 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.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Melide?
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 Melide?
According to the MITECO registry, Melide is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Melide a good beach for children?
Melide has no children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Melide have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Melide 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barra | Cangas | 15.7°C | — |
| Viñó | Cangas | 15.7°C | — |
| Nerga | Cangas | 15.7°C | Yes |
| Das Patas | Cangas | 15.3°C | — |
| Dos Castros | Cangas | 15.8°C | — |
| Figueiras | Vigo | 15.0°C | — |
| Das Moscas | Cangas | 15.3°C | — |
| Temperáns | Cangas | 15.8°C | — |
| Arneles | Cangas | 15.3°C | — |
| A Testada | Cangas | 15.3°C | — |
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