Costa da Morte is discovered among lighthouses, fishing villages, and Atlantic landscapes. This two-day proposal includes stops and recommendations to prepare the journey with time to enjoy each place.
2 days on the Costa da Morte
Day 1
Leaving from Santiago de Compostela:
- visit the Ézaro viewpoint, and the Xallas waterfall before starting the route along the Costa da Morte. What is spectacular about this 40m drop waterfall is that it flows directly into the sea.
- climb up to the Fisterra lighthouse or Finisterre, a mystical place: the end of the Roman earth.
- visit the village of Fisterra. Among its treasures, there is a stronghold that contains a valuable Fishing Museum.
- on your way to the Sanctuary of the Virgin of the Barca, stop by the viewpoint of Monte Facho de Lourido.
- when you visit the Sanctuary, you will discover that besides being a religious space, it is a beautiful wild area, where the power of the sea relentlessly beats against the rocks. At the top, you will find the Ferida (wound), a monument in memory of the damage caused by the Prestixe in these lands. On clear days, you can see across the river, the next stop:
- the Vilán Lighthouse, in Camariñas. In its Shipwreck Museum, you can find out why it was the first electrified lighthouse in Spain. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- and then, the viewpoint of Santo Adrián, facing the Sisargas Islands, the final point of the Costa da Morte.
- The rest? in Malpica de Bergantiños, where the auction of fish and seafood is still conducted vocally.
Day 2
- visit the Man Museum, in Camelle. An open-air museum created by a German and his original form of art.
- head to the curious beach of the Cristales, where the sea brought a revenge of colors to the shores.
- visit the Dombate Dolmen, dubbed the Cathedral of Megalithism (the secret is inside), and the Castro Cidá de Borneiro, two ancestral monuments, very close to each other.
- in the afternoon, visit the Punta Nariga Lighthouse, the most modern in Galicia. Built in 1995 by César Portela.
What to eat
It is obvious to say that fish and seafood are part of the typical cuisine of the area. Abadejos, congers, bass, doradas, sole. Among the seafood, keep in mind that it is said that from this area, particularly from Roncudo or Corcubiñón, come the best percebes in the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to try them! You will also find longueirones, cockles, eels, clams..
The orchard is the best accompaniment. On your route through the area you'll see peppers, cabbages, greens, and kale….
And also fruit trees: cherries, kiwis, apples, pears, plums….
You absolutely must try some of the craft beers from the area. They are of very good quality.
Practical information:
Costa da Morte
- there are public restrooms at the Xallas Waterfall, Cape Finisterre, and the Sanctuary of the Virgin of the Barca, and at Villan Lighthouse.
- at the North Pier of Malpica, the fish auction is held as in the past. At 5 PM it is for fish, and at approximately 7 PM for barnacles.
The best experience
"Walk at least one of the stages of the Camino dos Faros. The route is as beautiful as it is rugged. A combination of sea-village-people from here that you will love."
GABRIELA GARCIA
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