The Eight Most Magical Villages of Galicia

If you're planning a getaway to this region, you'll likely want to include the most magical villages of Galicia in your travel itinerary to enjoy their traditions and customs. Here's everything you need to know.

The most magical villages of Galicia to visit

Galicia is known worldwide as a region full of mysticism and charming stories. Many people dream of going at least once in their life and not miss a single detail.

Here are eight of the most magical villages of Galicia for your next trip:

1. Portomarín

Portomarín is a small village you'll reach if you walk the French Way. It sits between Sarria and Palas de Rei, with beautiful landscapes to walk and enjoy.

It's one of the most interesting villages on the Jacobean route. You can taste eel empanadas, popular all over Galicia, going back to the construction of the Belesar reservoir.

2. A Pobra de Trives

In the heart of the Ribeira Sacra, in Ourense. An iconic cobbled village. Among its main attractions are the Seta China and the Ruta dos Sequeiros.

3. Combarro

Combarro is listed by many tourists as one of the most magical villages of Galicia and of all Spain. The highlight is that most of its paths and routes lead to the sea, but it also features the Armenteira monastery and the Samieira mills.

If you're planning to visit Galicia, include Combarro on your itinerary.

4. Muros

Muros is in the heart of A Coruña — a seafaring village where you can enjoy all the features of a port area.

An interesting feature of Muros is its narrow streets, like old streets used to be.

5. Mondoñedo

If you're preparing a visit to Lugo, include Mondoñedo. It was the capital of Galicia in the 19th century and has one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the world — a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015.

6. Ribadavia

Ribadavia is one of the most magical villages of Galicia, where medieval customs still coexist with modern innovation. Visit the Convent of San Domingo or the Castle of the Sarmiento Counts.

You can also visit the Wine Museum of Galicia and discover some of the world's most important wineries.

7. A Veiga

A Veiga is known across Spain as the cradle of Galicia's sweetest honey. Even the most demanding palates recognise the area's beekeeping.

In A Veiga you can also see the glacial lagoons route.

8. Seadur

Seadur belongs on the list. Its peculiarity is an entire street devoted to wineries built into rock. To access them, you enter as if going into a cave.

Visiting these magical villages of Galicia lets you create unforgettable memories and learn about so many years of history and tradition.