The calm waters of this beautiful, 1.2-mile long sandy stretch make it the area’s most popular beach in the summer months. It shows the peaceful side to the sea around Cape Finisterre, in stark contrast to the rough and open waters of Mar de Fóra, on the west side of the peninsula. According to the Códex Calixtinus, the scallop shells carried by pilgrims were picked on this beach.
It was awarded a Blue Flag by the EU and has facilities to cater for a large number of visitors. It is a semi-urban beach, with a seaside promenade, restaurants, accommodation, bus stop, information boards, picnic area, showers and rescue services. It is also wheelchair-friendly.
This sandbank is a rich shellfishing area, especially for pod razor picking. Every first weekend in August, a celebration of Finisterre’s pod razors takes place. Langosteira becomes the focus of everyone’s attention during the Fiesta de la Playa (Beach Party), in July, during which residents and tourists make friends and enjoy music and food while getting in touch with nature.
It is located near the town centre, at the exit towards Cee and Corcubión. To get there, take Coruña Avenue and turn right along San Roque Street.
