There is easy road access from Puerto de Vega and from the village of Frejulfe itself . The beach is very inviting, and its unusual golden sand makes for a warmer, even romantic, experience. An evening in Frejulfe, if the sea is calm, is the perfect place to, for example, fall in love and take a couple's photo backlit, as if you were in the Caribbean. The truth is that the sand, fine and with that brown sugar hue, seems more like it belongs to the Mediterranean or Caribbean coast . Only the currents and the waves, more frequent than the stillness of the water, when they crash impetuously against the rocks, betray its Cantabrian origin. Waves that the surfers, regulars at this spot, describe as powerful and hollow.
The beach's surroundings are fascinating due to its vegetation . The sandy cove, about 700 meters long, is home to significant dune vegetation and a dense pine forest at its far end.
The cliffs that surround it are part of the declaration of Natural Monument, along with the dunes, the beach itself, and the idyllic estuary of the Frejulfe River that gives its name to this piece of coast and flows into its heart.
While this is more of a noteworthy detail for expert biologists, it's worth mentioning that the area around the beach features groves of *Scirpus parvulus* , the only place in Asturias where these plants have thrived, adding to the picturesque nature of this habitat. Furthermore, the presence of otters, green frogs, and oystercatchers enriches the ecosystem and adds to its unique character. Locals in Navia say that marine animals occasionally wash ashore on Frejulfe beach , carried by the current . Given its clearly open orientation towards the sea, it's no surprise that it's a haven for marine life.
By now you will have realized that the name of the beach is unpronounceable. Try to read it, repeat it two or three times watching it. Now close your eyes, wait a few seconds and try again Jefulgre, Fejulje, it is almost impossible, a mnemonic test of maximum difficulty.
The best thing to do is go for a walk, because it's well known that language and memory thrive on experience. Perhaps after visiting Frejulfe, pronouncing it won't be so difficult anymore. Give it a try.
Frejulfe beach: how to get there
The easiest access to the beach is from the small village of Frexulfe, from which a short road leads directly to the beach in just over 500 meters. To reach Frexulfe, simply follow the N-634 to Navia and then take the NV-2 local road. This location has special access for people with physical disabilities, as well as parking spaces for people with reduced mobility.
The most appealing option is access from Soirana , where a road leads to a clifftop viewpoint overlooking the beach and a parking area. From there, a comfortable pedestrian path with handrails leads to the beach.
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Text: © Ramón Molleda for asturias.com
