The most beautiful towns in A Coruña

Are you one of those who take advantage of winter to do rural tourism? Well, pay attention to what we tell you today! And then we are going to delve into Galicia, an autonomous community with many natural corners that are worth knowing and numerous charming towns. Specifically, we are going to talk about A Coruña, which above all surprises for its Costa da Morte, with its maritime ecosystems of great importance, its steep cliffs and its fishing villages with traditional beaches and lighthouses. Of course, the interior of the province is also worthwhile, with its mountains and green valleys, among which there are also beautiful villages.

So that you know this province beyond Santiago de Compostela, the capital and one of the most important tourist destinations in Galicia, today we want to show you eight of its towns more beautiful. Of course, we must ask for forgiveness in advance for all those who have remained in the pipeline. Would you like to join us?

Walls

Let's start by talking about Muros, whose old town has been declared a Site of Cultural Interest. It stands out for its urban structure and its architectural and archaeological heritage, especially for the arcade sailors from their homes. We should also mention the squares of Santa Rosa and that of the Old Fish Market; and buildings such as the Mercado de Abastos, the Town Hall or the Don Diego Arch.

San Andrés de Teixido

We also want to talk about San Andrés de Teixido, a village in the parish of Régoa that is very famous in Galicia thanks to its pilgrimage and all the legends that have arisen around the place. Here is the sanctuary of the same name, well-known place of pilgrimage. In addition, it surprises for its cliffs, the highest in all of Europe.

Betanzos

Another town worth knowing is Betanzos, which is located just 24 kilometers from A Coruña. Declared a Historic-Artistic Site, it surprises, among other things, for its three churches gothic: Santiago, Santa María do Azogue and San Francisco. We also want to highlight the Bendaña, Taboada and Torre Lanxós pazos.

Pontedeume

We continue our tour of the most beautiful villages in Galicia in Pontedeume, whose main attraction is the perfect combination of river, sea and mountains. As for its urban core, air sailors, combines modern and classic. Of course, it hides an interesting monumental heritage.

Ortigueira

Ortigueira could not miss on this list, which stands out for its beautiful landscapes, which also combine river, mountain and sea, in addition to the widest estuary in all of northern Galicia. If you have the opportunity to visit this place, you will be amazed by its impressive cliffs, its high quality beaches and its hiking trails.

Cedeira

Nor could Cedeira be missing, which has an important heritage complex, with different buildings from the period medieval. Of course, it is also worth visiting this place for its natural environment. If you visit this town, don't miss the Castillo de la Concepción, from the 18th century, and the parish church of the Santísima Virgen del Mar, from the 15th century.

Corcubion

As it could not be otherwise, we are also going to talk about Corcubión, a fishing village located at the bottom of the eponymous estuary. Here you will find the classic structure, architecture and urban planning of a seaport and fishing. It is important to note that its old town has been declared a Site of Cultural Interest.

To Ponte Maceira

Finally, we want to talk about A Ponte Maceira, a village located in the parish of Portor, between the municipalities of Ames and Negreira. Its monumental set is formed by a town primitive, a dam, a chapel, a medieval bridge and a modern palace.

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