La Peregrina Church
This temple has welcomed pilgrims for generations. With its distinctive shell-like form, it reflects Pontevedra’s connection with the pilgrimage, its graceful curves standing outagainst the stone streets of the old town.
Walk
Discover the town’s essential sights on foot.
Ravachol the Parrot
Beloved by all of Pontevedra, Ravachol remains one of the city’s most endearing symbols. With his cheeky character and unmistakable charm, this famous parrot still captures the humour and warmth of local life.
Leña Square
Framed by stone arcades, conversation and the clink of glasses drift through the air in this square. Everyday life and history blend here, making it a place that invites you to linger at a terrace table.
Basilica of Santa María
The façade, covered in intricate carvings that reveal the skill of past craftsmen, looks like an altarpiece carved in stone and bears witness to the wealth of the years when the city prospered as an important port.
Taste
Savour the flavours that have made Galicia famous.
Clams a la Marinera
Plump clams cooked with white wine. Infused with the essence of the shellfish, it is every bit as tempting as the clams themselves — especially with a piece of bread to soak it up.
Sardine Pie
A Galician speciality filled with small sardines, baked with onion inside a golden pastry crust. It combines a comforting aroma with a rich, unmistakably Atlantic flavour.
Tarta Rusa
A traditional cake preserved by many of the city’s pastry shops. Toasted almond and rich butter come together in an elegant combination, leaving a delicate finish.
Feel
Experience the character of Northern Spain with all your senses.
Burgo Bridge
For centuries, pilgrims have crossed the River Lérez over this historic bridge. As you leave the old town behind, water and greenery gradually open around you and the city takes on a more peaceful character.
Island of Sculptures
Follow the river to this island, where granite works appear amongst trees and riverside landscapes. Rather than encountering art inside a museum, here you discover it outdoors, with nature as its backdrop.
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Escape to Northern Spain
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