Galicia, Spain

Praia de San Román

Praia de San Román is a stunning beach known for its unique natural characteristics. The beach is adorned with cliffs and rock formations that resemble knife edges extending into the water. The middle part of the beach is sandy, and to the right, nestled between the rock formations, is a smaller beach that likely disappears at high tide. A notable feature is a cave located at the end of this smaller beach.

The water at Praia de San Román is very clear, and during the summer months, particularly in July, the water temperature is quite pleasant. Despite its natural beauty, the area around the beach could use some maintenance. There are two wooden boardwalks that lead to the beach but end abruptly before reaching it. Visitors have to walk around these boardwalks and through a small river to reach the beach.

Discover accommodation options near Praia de San Román and enjoy the tranquility of this stunning beach, renowned for its knife-edge rock formations and serene atmosphere.

Praia de San Román is known for its tranquility, especially during the off-peak season in September. Despite some infrastructure issues, the beach's natural beauty and serene atmosphere make it a noteworthy destination.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the stunning beauty of the beach, with its unique cliffs, rock formations, and clear water being particularly appreciated. The beach's tranquility, especially during off-peak months, is also frequently mentioned. However, visitors express dissatisfaction with the lack of maintenance in the surrounding area, including worn signs and poorly constructed boardwalks.

Where to Stay near Praia de San Román?

Beach enthusiasts visiting Praia de San Román often choose to stay in the nearby town of Viveiro, known for its charming historic center and proximity to various coastal attractions. While there aren't accommodations directly on the beach, Viveiro offers a range of lodging options that provide easy access to Praia de San Román and other scenic spots in the region.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Praia de San Román?

Latitude: 43.718612 / Longitude: -7.6239525

Praia de San Román is located in Galicia. The following map of Praia de San Román shows the exact location.


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Praia de San Román: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Today at Praia de San Román is not ideal for the beach. There's a chance of light rain showers, so pack accordingly. The wind will be strong, with even stronger gusts, which might make it feel cooler. The sky will be mostly cloudy. The sea temperature is 19.3 °C, and the waves will be high, so swimming is not recommended. The maximum air temperature will be 20.5 °C. The UV index will be around 5.
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Air

Low / High17.9°C/20.5°C
Feels Like (High)20.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.3 °C
Wave Height3.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance60%
Rainfall2.8 mm
Rain Duration9 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:04/20:50
Sunshine Hours8.6 hrs
UV Index5.65
Cloud Cover83%
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Wind

Speed26.7 km/h
Gusts61.2 km/h
DirectionW

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