At a Glance — San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain
| Is San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain Blue Flag certified? | Blue Flag Certified — FEE-accredited, audited annually for water quality, facilities, safety, and environmental education. |
| What does it cost to enter San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain open? | Beach season runs 15 Jun to 14 Sep. Best months: April, May, June. |
| Is San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain safe for swimming? | Lifeguards On Duty Lifeguards are stationed during beach hours. Always check safety flags before entering the water. |
| Does San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain have facilities for disabled visitors? | Accessible Accessible facilities are available for visitors with disabilities. |
| What facilities are at San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain? | Lifeguards Accessible Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain? | April, May April, May, June offer the best conditions. Avoid visiting in July, August when conditions are typically less favourable. |
| How far is San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain from Ferrol? | San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain is approximately 7.15 km from Ferrol. |
About San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain
"Fine Sand, ·Rural Beach Near natural sites: Doniños Lake and Doniños dunesDONIÑOS LAGOON.Doniños Lagoon is one of the most important natural spaces in the north of ."
The Blue Flag programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and is one of the world's most recognised voluntary eco-labels. San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain holds current Blue Flag certification, meeting the programme's 33 annual criteria for water quality, safety, and environmental management. The beach is managed by Ferrol.
On-site facilities include a beach kiosk, trained lifeguard supervision during the season, and accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities. Entry to San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain is free of charge.
A beach in a natural protected landscape that contains the lake of Doniños. Located in the Northwest side of the Municipality of Ferrol. Exit from the city towards La Malata. At the roundabout, take DP3612 road to the beaches ("Praias"), second exit at the roundabout. Continue some metres and, at the crossroad, take DP 3608 road (on the right), towards "Reciclaterra". Continue until the second roundabout and take DP 3607 road (second exit on the right). Continue on that road (DP 3607) until reaching de beach. The nearest road is the C-3608. FERROL, A CORUÑA, GALICIA, SPAIN.
Accessible Beach — San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain
San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain offers accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities, meeting the Blue Flag programme's accessibility criteria. Contact beach management for details on available equipment and assistance.
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What Visitors Say About San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain
Note: The visitor experiences below are drawn from publicly available travel community discussions and visitor feedback. Beach conditions, facilities, and experiences can change over time. Always verify current conditions directly with local beach management before visiting.
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Best Time to Visit San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain
San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain sees its best conditions in April, May, June. The beach season officially runs from 15 Jun to 14 Sep.
| Month | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | Medium | Medium | |
| May | Medium | Medium | |
| June | Medium | Medium | |
| July | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | Medium | Medium | |
| October | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain
From Ferrol
Approximately 7.15 km from Ferrol.
On San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain
At the roundabout, take DP3612 road to the beaches ("Praias"), second exit at the roundabout. Continue some metres and, at the crossroad, take DP 3608 road (on the right), towards "Reciclaterra". Continue until the second roundabout and take DP 3607 road (second exit on the right). Continue on that road (DP 3607) until reaching de beach. The nearest road is the C-3608. FERROL, A CORUÑA, GALICIA, SPAIN.
As a Blue Flag certified beach, San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain undergoes regular bathing water quality testing throughout the season. The FEE Blue Flag programme requires that test results are displayed at the beach and that all certified beaches meet the EU Bathing Water Directive (or equivalent national standard).
Practical Information — San Xurxo, Galicia, Spain
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 15 Jun to 14 Sep |
| Lifeguards | Yes — on duty during beach hours. |
| Toilets | Check on arrival. |
| Showers | Check on arrival. |
| Parking | Check local options on arrival. |
| Accessibility | Accessible facilities available. Contact beach management for details. |
| Beach Type | Sandy beach. |
| Facing | W-facing — W. |
| Coordinates | 43.525971° N, -8.300875° E |
| Managed by | Ferrol |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |