A Coruña is located on the northwest coast of Spain, known for its natural beauty and historic charm. And best of all: Its beaches are simply amazing!
Here you'll find a variety of options to suit all tastes, from lively urban beaches to quiet, secluded coves. No matter what kind of experience you're looking for, A Coruña has something special for you!
Did you know that the province of A Coruña has no more and no less than 1000 kilometres of coastline? There's no chance of you getting bored here! Furthermore, a number of its beaches are perfect for surf lovers thanks to their huge waves. Ready to find out all about the best beaches in A Coruña? Don't miss them!
In addition, you cannot visit A Coruña and leave without trying the delicious Galician cuisine. In A Coruña, you will have the opportunity to taste authentic delicacies of the sea. The region is famous for its fresh, high-quality seafood. Make sure not to miss out on its garlic prawns, crabs, barnacles or delicious oysters. Galician seafood is known for its exquisite flavour and tender texture; you will be left wanting more!
Galician cuisine is also renowned for Galician octopus, prepared and known locally as "pulpo á feira". This traditional dish is served with paprika, coarse salt and a good splash of extra virgin olive oil, making octopus a classic of Galician food. Another unmissable delicacy is the Galician soup, a comforting broth made with turnip greens, potatoes and chorizo. Without forgetting Galician empanadas, stuffed with tuna, meat or seafood, perfect for snacking on any time of the day.
In addition to barnacles, the Galician coast offers an abundance of fresh seafood such as mussels, clams, razor clams, scallops and shrimp, which are prepared in a variety of ways: Steamed, grilled or in stews and rice dishes. Seafood platters combine a selection of these seafood items and are perfect for seafood lovers.
Velvet crab and edible crab are other types of crustaceans that are popular in Galicia and beyond. They are usually cooked simply boiled or baked and are accompanied by light sauces that do not overshadow their flavour.
Another standout dish is lobster rice, a recipe that combines creamy rice with juicy lobster meat, creating an unforgettable culinary experience.
The Galician coast also provides a wide variety of fresh fish such as hake, turbot and monkfish, which are prepared in the traditional way in caldeiradas or grilled.
And, of course, we cannot forget to mention Galician wine. The region of Galicia is famous for its white wines, especially Albariño wines. This fresh and fruity wine is perfect to accompany any Galician meal and enhance the flavors of the dishes. Do not hesitate to order a glass of Albariño to pair your seafood dishes or to enjoy a sunny afternoon on a terrace overlooking the sea.
We know that a picture is worth a thousand words, but in this case not even a picture can do justice to the beauty of the beaches of A Coruña. If you still haven't jotted this amazing place down in your diary for your next holiday, what are you waiting for? Take this opportunity and visit A Coruña's beaches!
The beach and summer go hand in hand! And we know you are dying to step foot on the sand and listen to the waves. At Renfe, we make it easier for you to travel more quickly, comfortably and sustainably with our AVE and Larga Distancia (long distance high-speed) trains. Consult our routes.
Enjoy the best of Galicia, its cuisine and its beaches, travelling on one of our trains to A Coruña!