Asturias, Spain

Playa de Poo

Playa de Poo is a unique beach located near the town of Llanes. Its distinctive feature is the transformation into a natural saltwater pool during high tide, making it particularly suitable for children and non-swimmers. The shallow waters, warm temperature, and fun waves that roll in during high tide contribute to its appeal.

The beach's landscape is characterized by beautiful ocean views, a sandy stretch, and interesting rock formations. A small path on the right side of the beach leads to small cliffs and several islets, including the Castro Pelado Islet and a group of four other islets further to the east, adding to the overall scenic beauty of the location.

During the summer season, visitors can avail of a designated parking area, ensuring convenience for those who choose to drive. In addition, the beach offers amenities like a beach bar where visitors can unwind and enjoy a refreshing drink.

To reach Playa de Poo, visitors can walk from Llanes, either via the cliff path or the road. However, it is advisable to check the tide timings before planning a visit, as the beach becomes wide and full of algae during low tide. Despite these natural fluctuations, the beach tends to draw a significant number of visitors, especially during the summer season.

What to do at Playa de Poo?

Amenities

Playa de Poo amenities include parking.

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de Poo include Hotel La Farola del Mar de Poo de Llanes and Hotel-Restaurante Rocamar.

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Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful and scenic views of the beach, with its warm water and fun waves being a major attraction. Many visitors appreciate the beach's suitability for children and non-swimmers due to its shallowness, and its sandy texture and surrounding rocks add to its appeal. However, some visitors complain about the beach being full of algae during low tide and the paid parking.

Where is Playa de Poo?

Latitude: 43.4289578 / Longitude: -4.7842527

Playa de Poo is located in Asturias. The following map of Playa de Poo shows the exact location.

Where to Stay near Playa de Poo?

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