#PUEBLOSMÁGICOS-Journey Through the Heart of Galicia: Charming Villages and Unique Flavors

Arrival to the rural accommodation we have chosen for you to enjoy a GENUINE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE IN THE MAGIC GALICIA ROUTE. O Vicedo is a hidden treasure on the Galician coast, where beauty merges with emotion in every corner. Its cliffs defy the ocean, and its white sandy beaches gently caress your feet. 

You will have time to rest from the trip and choose the best outfit for tonight. You will be invited to dine one of the typical dishes of the region, the "Arroz con Bogavante" (rice with lobster), at a local restaurant. Return to the accomodation to enjoy your well-deserved rest.

After a wonderful night you will go down for breakfast because you have to recover strength for the day ahead. Today we leave to discover the treasures of O Vicedo. We start by visiting the Ponte do Porto, an ancient bridge over the Sor River of uncertain origin. By the materials used similar to those of the Wall of Lugo, and the Romanesque shape of the three arches, it could be medieval. We will continue our route along the coast to Arealonga Beach, with a length of 1300 m, is a large and sheltered beach of fine white sand, from which you can see the entire estuary. It has a wooded backing and a promenade area. After a walk along the beach we will invite you to eat in a beach bar the famous Percebe de O Vicedo and a delicious Caldo de Pescado (fish broth) so typical of this region in a local restaurant. 

After lunch we say goodbye to the coast and continue our route to the next Magic Village, Portomarín. On the banks of the river Miño, it retains the characteristics of the traditional Galician village, with arcades, cobbled streets and low houses, which gives it a special charm.You will arrive at the end of the afternoon at the accommodation we chose with time to rest a little before going out for dinner one of the typical dishes of the region: Lacón con Grelos. After a full day you will return to your accommodation for a well-deserved rest.

Have an early breakfast and go out to discover Portomarín. We start at the Miradoiro de San Pedro, on the Miño River from which we can see Portomarín. From the viewpoint we can find panels with information about the history of Portomarín.

We continue our tour visiting the Church of San Nicolas. The old Church of San Xoan is one of the most impressive Romanesque buildings, not only in the province of Lugo, but in all of Galicia. The large rose window stands out, with a geometric design. We will finish our visit to Portomarín at the Escalinata and Chapel of the Snows. In front of the bridge is the Portomarín staircase, made of granite, which leads to the hermitage of the Virgen de las Nieves. The chapel is located in an arch of the old medieval bridge.

Next we will invite you to eat one of the typical dishes of the region, El Cocido Gallego, in a local restaurant. After eating we said goodbye to Portomarín and continued our route to the next Pueblo Mágico Larouco. Municipality of river and valleys, of mountains, of terraces that invade the slopes for the best exploitation of vineyards. It is surrounded by three rivers: the Sil, the Bibei and the Xares, which leave a special mark on its impressive landscape.

You will arrive at the end of the afternoon at the accommodation we chose with time to rest a little before going out to dinner one of the typical dishes of the region: El Caldo de Cocido. After a full day, return to the accommodation for a well-deserved rest.

Have an early breakfast and set off to discover Larouco. We start with the Church of Santa Maria de Larouco. It stands out for its decorative sobriety, but also for its history. It dates from 1793, as an inscription shows: "Haec est domus mea, ano de 1793" (Here is my house, year of 1793)... 

We will continue to El Castrillón. Recently excavated, it has the singularity that it was never Romanized. It is a unique castro in Galicia since it was found a pre-Roman infant burial that places us in the year 200 before our era. We continue our journey to Los Codos de Larouco and Ponte de Bibei. This place was crossed by the Via Nova, a Roman road that connected Astorga with Braga, in Portugal. The Romans left a spectacular civil engineering legacy. Then we will invite you to eat one of the typical dishes of the region, El Jabalí Estofado, in a typical restaurant. After lunch we say goodbye to Larouco and continue our route to the next Magic Town, A Pobra de Trives. Full of history, this municipality of Celtiberian origins radiates beauty and uniqueness. It is essential to climb to the top of Pena Folenche and let the view fly over the landscape. You will arrive at the end of the afternoon at the accommodation we chose with time to rest a little before going out for dinner one of the typical dishes of the region: The Botillo with potatoes and turnip greens. After a full day return to the accommodation for a well deserved rest. 

Have an early breakfast and go out to discover A Pobra de Trives and the Route of the 3 Viewpoints. We start with the Pena Folenche viewpoint. A haunting viewpoint, full of stories and legends in a typical Galician village. It is essential to go up, let your eyes fly over the landscape and get a panoramic view of the whole region. Then we will continue to the Mirador das Penas de Rome, the most spectacular in the area. Formed by hexagonal platforms imitating bee panels, a nod to the beekeeping tradition of the area, with the glass base at the end of its two balconies, which will make you feel like flying over the abyss and flying over one of the most impressive places of the Peninsula, the Navea ravine. Overlooking the Penas de Rome, a rock formation above the ravine and what was declared the first Protected Landscape of Galicia, the Navea valley. We continue our journey to the viewpoint of Pena de Andurineira. A breathtaking viewpoint, in Pontenovo, from which you will enjoy a bird's eye view of the Meander formed by the union of the river Navea and the river Bibei to flow into the river Sil! A spectacular wooden platform, located on a rock and with two glazed balconies with latticed metal floor, that will take your breath away! Then we will invite you to eat one of the typical dishes of the region, the Galician Churrasco in a typical steakhouse. After lunch we say goodbye to A Pobra de Trives and continue our route to the next Magic Town, Ribadavia. It comprises a valuable historical heritage reflected in its cobbled streets, its imposing castle and medieval wall, as well as its spectacular Jewish Quarter, considered a National Monument. You will arrive at the end of the afternoon at the accommodation we chose with time to rest a little before going out for dinner some of the typical dishes of the region: the Galician Octopus and Zamburiñas Empanada, accompanied by a good Mencia Red Wine. After a full day we return to the accommodation for a well-deserved rest. 

Have an early breakfast and go out to discover Ribadavia. We begin with a visit to the Jewish Quarter. The Jewish quarter extends from the Plaza Mayor to the medieval wall, where the Magdalena Church is located. Next, we will visit the Monumental Complex of Santo Domingo, declared a National Monument in 1931. It is a monumental complex composed of the Convent, the church of Santo Domingo and the chapel of the Virgen del Portal. From the 13th and 14th centuries. Next we will visit a Winery. In this experience you will enjoy the best views of the Miño River from the San Cibrao viewpoint. You will be introduced to the most traditional viticulture of Ribeiro while you tour the vineyards and you will learn about the main native varieties of the area and their differences. You will enter the winery discovering the most special preparations and products. The experience ends with a guided tasting of two wines in the wine shop accompanied by Galician cheeses and picos. Immediately we will invite you to eat in a typical restaurant. After eating we say goodbye to Ribadavia and will continue our route to the next Magical Town, Combarro. Seaside town with narrow alleys. More than 60 granaries on the edge of the sea, arcades, transepts and balconies built in stone, are the protagonists of this town north of the Pontevedra estuary. Declared a complex of artistic and picturesque interest since 1972, Combarro is the Galician town that has the most traditional granaries on the shore of the Rías Baixas. Next, we will visit the Monastery of San Xoan de Poio. Declared a Historical-Artistic monument in 1971, it houses artistic treasures such as two cloisters, one of the most important monastic libraries in the State and a monumental granary. You will arrive at the end of the afternoon at the accommodation we chose with time to rest a little before going out for dinner with one of the region's typical dishes: Galician Hake, accompanied by a good Albariño White Wine. After a full day, return to the accommodation for a well-deserved rest.

Have an early breakfast and go out to discover Combarro. We begin with a visit the Monastery of San Xoan de Poio. Declared a Historical-Artistic monument in 1971, it houses artistic treasures such as two cloisters, one of the most important monastic libraries in the State and a monumental granary. Immediately we will invite you to eat in a typical restaurant. After eating we say goodbye to Combarro and will continue our route to the next Magical Town, Cambados. Walking through the streets of its three neighbourhoods: the stately Fefiñáns, the commercial-administrative Cambados and the seafaring Santo Tomé, you will discover corners full of history. You will arrive at the end of the afternoon at the accommodation we chose with time to rest a little before going out for dinner some of the typical dishes of the region. After a full day we return to the lodge for a well deserved rest.

Have an early breakfast and go out to discover Cambados. We start with a visit to the Pazo de Ferfinans, a historical place that keeps the tradition of the great Galician pazos. Built in an "L" shape, in which you can see its attractive circular balconies. Next, we will visit the Maritime Quarter of S. Tome, which retains its charm of yesteryear with its fishing houses, being a must-see the Tower of San Sadurniño, located on a small islet, and the Pazo de Montesacro from the eighteenth century. From here we will depart in the discovery of the Ruins of Santa Marina Dozo, which were built on a Romanesque temple of the twelfth century. It was abandoned for political and religious reasons, and its remains were declared a National Monument in 1943. We will end the visit of Cambados, with a visit to some wineries overlooking the Ría de Arousa tasting three Albariño wines. After lunch we say goodbye to Cambados and continue our route to the next Magical Town, Padrón. It is a place full of spirituality and Jacobean tradition. After a full day return to the accommodation for a well-deserved rest.

We have an early breakfast and go out to discover Padrón. We will begin our visit in El Pedrón, located under the altar of the Church of Santiago, connects the history of the town with the arrival of the Apostle Santiago from Palestine, being an important symbol of the Jacobean route. Our next stop will be the Botanical-Artistic Garden, declared an Asset of Cultural Interest, it is an oasis of serenity that is home to unique species such as redwoods and Senegalese palm trees. Finally, the Convent of San Antonio de Herbón, origin of the famous peppers of Herbón, combines spirituality and tradition in a peaceful environment. The end of this adventure arrives and there is nothing better than ending this fantastic Magic Route with an incredible lunch in a typical restaurant. At the end we will have to say goodbye to this Magical Route.