Virxe das Mareas
O Grove, Pontevedra · Galicia
Description
A small white sand beach.
Virxe das Mareas is an urban beach of sand in O Grove (Pontevedra). The sand is white.
It measures 80 metres long and 14 bajamar/3 pleamar wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. No parking is recorded.
The MITECO registry records no lifeguard service here. That does not rule out seasonal cover by the local council — check the signage when you arrive. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Virxe das Mareas?
Not recorded. The MITECO registry lists no lifeguard here, which in practice means swimming unsupervised. Some councils add cover in July and August without it reaching the registry — the signage at the beach is what counts.
How do you get to Virxe das Mareas?
According to the MITECO registry, Virxe das Mareas is reached easily on foot and by car. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is Virxe das Mareas a good beach for children?
Virxe das Mareas has a children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Virxe das Mareas have a Blue Flag?
No. Virxe das Mareas is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The Blue Flag certifies services and water quality, not how attractive a beach is — plenty of unflagged coves are excellent.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|
| Lauxiñas | O Grove | — |
| Porto Meloxo | O Grove | — |
| Porto dos Padroneses | O Grove | — |
| Lobaxeira | O Grove | — |
| Conroibo | O Grove | — |
| Moreira | O Grove | — |
| Rons | O Grove | — |
| Area Das Pipas | O Grove | — |
| Areas de Reboredo | O Grove | — |
| Mexilloeira | O Grove | — |
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