Playa de Poniente is a lovely beach known for its calm and serene environment. It is a man-made beach, with some parts being rocky in the water. Despite this, it is considered safe for children to paddle in the shallow waters, and there are bigger waves further out for those who enjoy surfing. The beach is not typically crowded, providing a peaceful atmosphere for visitors.
The beach is conveniently located close to various amenities such as cafes, restaurants, ice cream sellers, and souvenir shops. However, it is important to note that the beach has a high tide, requiring visitors to be quick and keep moving back towards the wall. The left part of the beach can often be windy, causing sand to fly everywhere.
Despite its many positive attributes, visitors should be aware that dogs may not be allowed on the beach, even though there may not be explicit signage indicating this. It is also recommended to swim where the local people swim for the best experience.
Best restaurants near Playa de Poniente include Sidrería Tierra Astur Poniente, Restaurante Pinocchio Gijón, Sidrería El Otru Mallu, Mamáguaja, Sidrería Gijon, Sidrería Cabranes, La Rula Gijón, Restaurante El Antiguo and Mesón Restaurante Sancho.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and calmness of the beach, with its close proximity to amenities like cafes, souvenir shops, and safe areas for children to paddle. The beach is also appreciated for its spaciousness, providing enough room for everyone without feeling crowded. However, some visitors complain about the lack of clear signage regarding rules, the rocky parts in the water, and occasional windy conditions causing sand to fly around.
Visitors to Playa de Poniente often stay in the nearby city of Gijón, which offers a variety of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. The area is popular not only for beach activities but also for its vibrant city life and cultural attractions.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 43.5423363 / Longitude: -5.6724194
Playa de Poniente is located in Asturias. The following map of Playa de Poniente shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 13.4°C/17.7°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 15.6°C |
| Sea Temperature | 16.3 °C |
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| Wave Height | 2.3 m |
| Rain Chance | 50% |
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| Rainfall | 2.8 mm |
| Rain Duration | 5 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 08:49/19:23 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 0.3 hrs |
| UV Index | 2.1 |
| Cloud Cover | 91% |
| Speed | 16.4 km/h |
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| Gusts | 32.4 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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