Otur
Valdés, Asturias · Asturias, Principado de
Description
A sandy beach west of Luarca near Otur village, with a somewhat degraded dune system due to its high visitor numbers.
Otur is a semi-urban beach of sand in Valdés (Asturias). The sand is dark.
It measures 600 metres long and 180 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate 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.
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Otur?
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 Otur?
According to the MITECO registry, Otur is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Otur a good beach for children?
Otur has no children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Otur have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Otur 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turbeiriza | Valdés | 17.3°C | — |
| Sabugo | Valdés | 17.5°C | — |
| Barayo | Valdés | 17.5°C | — |
| Tourán | Valdés | 17.3°C | — |
| Salinas | Valdés | 17.4°C | — |
| Castiel | Valdés | 17.4°C | — |
| Primera y Segunda de Luarca | Valdés | 17.4°C | — |
| La Losera | Navia | 17.4°C | — |
| Las Arreas | Valdés | 17.4°C | — |
| Chousera | Valdés | 17.7°C | — |
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