Atlantic Islands
A natural treasure
The Atlantic islands offer incomparable landscapes and are home to an impressive biodiversity, both on land and on the seabed. Discover the beaches, cliffs, lighthouses and routes of this protected island territory that attracts visitors from all over the world to the province of Pontevedra.
Cíes Islands
Located at the entrance to the Vigo estuary, the islands of Monteagudo and Faro - both linked by the impressive Rodas beach and a stone bridge - together with the nearby San Martiño, make up the beautiful Cíes archipelago , which is practically unspoilt and has a maximum daily visitorquota of 1,800to preserve its natural wealth.
Visitors to the islands will find beaches of fine white sand and crystal-clear waters, as well as several coves that make this place a dream enclave. Rhodes was considered thebest beach in the world by the British newspaper The Guardian. The walkway that... [KEEP READING].
Ons Islands
Opposite the Pontevedra estuary is this beautiful archipelago made up of the islands of Ons, Onza and the islet of As Freitosas. This place hides incredible beaches, sea caves and spectacular cliffs such as the impressive Buraco do Inferno. A beautiful lighthouse guards the island of Ons, which has a small rural nucleus inhabited with typical seafaring houses, hórreos (raised granaries) and a small church in honour of San Xaquín. It is possible to stay in one of its establishments or in the camping area and enjoy the gastronomy of As Rías Baixas. In the village we can visit the... [READ ON].
Cortegada Island
A laurel forest in the middle of the Arousa estuary? The island of Cortegada, separated by barely 200 metres from the coast of O Carril (Vilagarcía de Arousa), is home to the largest laurel forest in Spain, a real jewel of nature. In this beautiful island enclave, particularly leafy, centenary trees coexist with native tree species such as oaks, pines and willows.
A series of small lagoons, the ruins of an ancient hermitage and a crossroads form part of this beautiful spot, inhabited in the past, creating a magical and mysterious atmosphere. The island of Cortegada is the largest of an archipelago that has... [READ MORE...]