This time we are going to the north of Spain, to the Pontevedra province, a place that has seen increased tourism thanks to a very varied and original offer. From beautiful beaches to delicious gastronomy, the passage of the Portuguese Way to Santiago and hundreds of small corners that are worth discovering. If you are going to travel north, do not miss this selection of things to see in the province of Pontevedra.
We are sure that there will be those who want to add more things to the list, and the good thing about Galicia is that at every step we discovered interesting things. Places full of magic, ancient stories of its people and a deep-rooted culture in which there is much to discover. So take note of all these places, as some are not so well known.
Islas Cíes natural park
On several occasions we have told you about this natural paradise, and it is the one that Cíes Islands natural park it is very famous. To get to these islands you have to take a ferry from nearby towns, in Vigo, Cangas or Baiona. After a small boat trip we arrive at the island, and we see the famous beach of Rodas, the one that is like the beaches of the Caribbean, although with much colder waters. A landscape of great beauty in which to get lost all day, or all weekend if we stay at the campsite. Going up to its lighthouse to see the sunset is another essential on this island, but for this you have to spend the night, since the last ferries leave earlier. We will discover small beaches and beautiful natural corners on this island, and we will feel renewed.
Pedra and Auga Route
If you have not yet seen the beautiful Galician forests, full of greenery, you cannot miss this hiking route. It's a long route on the Ribadumia area, which ends at the Pazo de Armenteira in Meis. It is a long route, and it will probably take you a long time, especially if you stop at all the beautiful corners it has. You can see small waterfalls, stone houses and especially the old restored mills, which today serve a tourist function.
Pontevedra old town
Pontevedra is a beautiful and small city, in which we will fall in love with its old town. It has an old area where there are many bars to have a typical tapas, such as those in the Leña Square, and many streets to walk through and enjoy finding the odd stone cross. You can also visit the beautiful Plaza de la Peregrina, where the church that gives it its name is located, with a peculiar aspect. It is undoubtedly one of the symbols of Pontevedra.
Combarro fishing village
These small towns are not usually among the most common tourist routes, but the truth is that the town of Combarro has more and more visits. And this is because it is a small fishing village which has retained all its charm after several centuries. We can still see the small and colorful fishermen's boats, and the stone granaries by the sea. It also has small and narrow streets and some restaurants where you can try the most typical dishes of Galician cuisine.
Cambados and the albariño
In the Rías Baixas you have to stop in the Cambados area. It is easy because it is located near the Ruta da Pedra e da Auga. This town has an old town, with the beautiful and careful Pazo de Fefinans and it is where the famous Albariño festival is celebrated the first week of August. It has many corners to see, and a walk through its old streets or through the port will give us an idea of what the small coastal towns of Pontevedra are like. If we have the opportunity, we must not miss a visit to an Albariño winery. In Cambados, we can also see the beautiful ruins of Santa Mariña de Dozo, a place full of romance, with the ruins of a XNUMXth-century Gothic church, of which the beautiful arches are preserved. It has become another symbol of the town of Cambados, although it is not located in the center.
Beaches of the Rías Baixas
If we arrive in summer, we must not miss the many natural beaches of the Rías Baixas. From La Lanzada in O Grove, at small beaches of the Island of Arousa or those in the Cangas area. There will be many sandy areas in which to enjoy the good weather, but yes, we will have to get used to the temperature of the waters of Galicia. The good thing about this area is that there are so many sandy areas that we can enjoy the busiest, with all kinds of services, which are less known, to be more alone and calm.