Location
Spain
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Adults only
Terrain
Mixed
Best season
July to September
About Praia de San Miro
San Miro is a small cove of 127 m in Malpica de Bergantiños on the Costa da Morte (A Coruña), in a Natura 2000 site. It mixes rock, gravel and golden sand, and its most striking feature is a waterfall (fervenza) that drops straight onto the beach and into the sea. Its remoteness keeps it quiet, and it is mainly used by nude bathers and surfers. The waves range from moderate to strong, and FEN warns it is dangerous for swimming, though fine for sunbathing. There are no facilities.
Getting there
A wooden stairway leads down to the beach. You can drive via the village of Buño, or walk the 'pinos no mar' coastal path from Malpica, which runs through pine woods along the cliffs towards Razo beach (Carballo). The walk is scenic but long; the cove is about 11 km from Malpica.
Legal context
Spanish law does not prohibit public nudity, and FEN notes that nudism is legal on any Spanish beach; this beach is on FEN's list of beaches with a traditional nude use. No local restriction is known (2026).
Naturism at Praia de San Miro sits under Spain's rules for de facto tolerance — usually left alone if you keep it non-sexual and low-drama.
Full country law: Spain public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 43.2994, -8.7676
Visitor tips
- 1 Informal / tolerated site — be discreet and leave no drama.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
What makes San Miro special?
A waterfall drops straight onto the beach.
Is it safe to swim?
Often not; waves can be strong. It is better for sunbathing.
How do I get down?
By a wooden stairway from the clifftop.
Sources
- Federación Española de Naturismo: Playa de San Miro Official
- spain.info: San Miro Official
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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