Miradoiro de Cabodevila – Vlakbij Porto Marin
In 2025 maakten we een klein uitstapje naar het Miradoiro de Cabodevila. Prachtige uitzichten in de buurt van de stad Porto Marín. Ook een goede plek om veel pelgrims te zien die de Camino lopen.
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Nature Parks in Galicia
Galicia, in the northwest of Spain, is a region of lush forests, wild coastlines, deep river valleys, and unique ecosystems. It’s home to several protected natural parks, perfect for hiking, birdwatching, kayaking, or simply relaxing in nature. 1. Atlantic Islands…
Old paths and ancient routes
Old paths and ancient routes are woven into the very fabric of Galician heritage. As a hiker, walking these trails is nothing short of magical. Worn stone walls, cloaked in moss and time, line the narrow paths like silent witnesses…
How were the first three weeks in Galicia?
Well, less busy than the first two, but there were still things that needed to be sorted out. Internet (pretty important) turned out to be a challenge. The previous owner hadn’t cancelled his account with the provider, assuming we could…
Fervenza de Augacaida
Hike to Fervenza de Augacaída While visiting Galicia, I decided to hike to the Fervenza de Augacaída, a beautiful waterfall near Pantón, hidden in the forest. The trail starts gently, heading downhill through chestnut trees and lush greenery. The path…
How did our first two weeks in Galicia go?
Well—busy. Coming from the Netherlands, we’re used to the idea that all of life’s basic needs are taken care of by the state. But in Galicia, things work a bit differently. We bought a house that only had an electricity…
Today, it’s official
Ribeira Sacra, Galicia. Today, it’s official — we bought a house in Spain. In Galicia, to be exact. A nice house in a tiny village deep in the Ribeira Sacra. I can hardly believe I’m writing this. Less than a…
We’re on TikTok
BeautifulGalicia.com is expanding to TikTok. Follow us and be the first to see some stunning shorts about the beautiful region of Galicia.
Sustainable tourism in A Guarda
A Guarda, a charming coastal town in the southwest of Galicia, is actively committed to sustainable tourism. The municipality recently presented an ambitious Plan de Sostenibilidad Turística en Destino (PSTD), funded with €1,000,000 from the European NextGenerationEU funds. This plan…
Power outage affects Galicia
A significant power outage affected Galicia and much of the Iberian Peninsula on Monday, 28 April 2025. The blackout began around 12:30 p.m. local time, disrupting daily life across Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France 29-4-2025 The power is…