The Rías Baixas are a destination made for enjoying life by the sea. Their coastline combines long sandy beaches, small coves and landscapes where the green scenery of Galicia meets the Atlantic. Around Sanxenxo, you’ll find plenty of beaches to enjoy during the summer, but these three deserve a special place on your itinerary.

A Lanzada, a vast beach open to the Atlantic

A Lanzada Beach is one of Galicia’s most iconic stretches of coastline. More than two kilometres long, with fine white sand and a backdrop of dunes, it is perfect for anyone looking for plenty of space and the unmistakable character of the Atlantic. Its waves and exposure to the wind also make it a popular spot for water sports.

From BLUESEA Costa Norte, you can easily visit A Lanzada and combine a day at the beach with other places along the coastline of Sanxenxo and O Grove.

Montalvo, white sand and coastal scenery

Set on the Ría de Pontevedra, Montalvo is a beach of fine white sand surrounded by a more natural landscape. Its gentle dunes and moderate waves create a setting that is highly characteristic of this part of the Rías Baixas.

Coastal trails also lead from Montalvo towards other beaches and viewpoints nearby, offering a great way to combine a day by the sea with a walk along the coast.

Areas, another way to enjoy Sanxenxo

Areas Beach offers another coastal landscape well worth discovering during a holiday in Sanxenxo. Overlooking the Ría de Pontevedra and awarded Blue Flag status, it provides an alternative to the long beaches exposed to the open Atlantic.

If you’re staying at BLUESEA Costa Norte, make the most of your stay to explore different parts of the coastline and see how the scenery changes from one beach to the next.

A Lanzada, Montalvo and Areas reveal three different sides of the Rías Baixas coastline. Three beaches where you can enjoy the sand, the scenery and the Atlantic character that makes this part of Galicia such a great destination for a holiday by the sea.