Santa María del Mar
Castrillón, Asturias · Asturias, Principado de
Description
A sandy beach at the mouth of the Ferrera river, well-equipped and heavily used.
Santa María del Mar is an urban beach of sand in Castrillón (Asturias). The sand is golden.
It measures 300 metres long and 150 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Santa María del Mar?
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 Santa María del Mar?
According to the MITECO registry, Santa María del Mar is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Santa María del Mar a good beach for children?
Santa María del Mar has no children's area on record. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Santa María del Mar have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Santa María del Mar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bahínas | Castrillón | 19.3°C | — |
| Arnao | Castrillón | 19.2°C | Yes |
| Munielles | Castrillón | 19.3°C | — |
| El Cordial | Castrillón | 18.9°C | — |
| El Cuerno | Castrillón | 18.7°C | — |
| Salinas | Castrillón | 18.8°C | Yes |
| Requexinos | Castrillón | 19.3°C | — |
| Playón de Bayas | Castrillón | 18.9°C | — |
| San Juan de Nieva | Castrillón | 18.8°C | — |
| Los Quebrantos | Soto del Barco | 19.0°C | — |
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