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

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
It's an average beach day at Praia de San Román. The air temperature will reach 21.5 °C. The sun will be strong, with a UV index of 8, so be sure to apply sunscreen. Expect some clouds in the sky. The sea temperature is 18.6 °C, and the waves are moderate with a height of 1.3 m. The wind will be moderate, but could feel stronger at times.
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Air

Low / High18.6°C/21.5°C
Feels Like (High)23.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature18.6 °C
Wave Height1.3 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:13/22:00
Sunshine Hours13.4 hrs
UV Index7.65
Cloud Cover51%
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Wind

Speed14.3 km/h
Gusts32 km/h
DirectionE

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