Things to do - Ria Noia y Muros
Ria Muros y Noia estuary forms the frontier of the temperate Rias Baixas (low rivers region) and the wild, scenic, turbulent Costa da Morte (Death Coast). A wide area with lots of different things to do! Noia is 35 kms from Santiago de Compostela. Muros is situated at the mouth of the Ria.
Fishing Holidays Galicia at Puerto de Compostela is situated in Catasueiro- a fortunate location, half way between the towns of Noia and Muros meaning lots of varied things to do in all directions for you, your friends and family!
Bars & Restaurants
Local Bars & Restaurants in O'Freixo & Serra da Outes
Walking distance from your rental accommodation
An easy walk - 3kms from the property through the woods, along the banks of the estuary will bring you to the maritime parade of O'Freixo. We recommend 'La Muelle' or 'Bar Rios' for a stunning choice of fresh, locally caught shellfish and traditional Galician 'tapas'
La Brona Beach - a 10 minute/ 2kms walk from the property. We recommend Verina do Mar for generous 'tapas', great snacks for kids and Galician seafood or Chiringo's Bar for young adults.
Short driving distance from your rental accommodation
In the direction of Noia, a 5 minute/ 4kms drive away in Crucero de Roo we recommend the 'Menu del Dia' Set Menu in Casa Peto.
A 10 minute/8kms drive away in Serra de Outes we recommend Casa Amanda for their Galician 'stone steak' and freshly caught fish or Arrozal for their excellent 'seafood rice'.
Check out what's on the menu at our Galician Gourmet Delights special guest offer.
Beaches - Ria Muros y Noia
The Ria Muros y Noia coastline is littered with beautiful beaches. The local beach at La Brona is a 2kms 10 minute walk or 2 minute drive from your rental accommodation; a true paradise for everyone. Rarely busy until late afternoon visitors can enjoy picnicking on the grass in the shade of the pines or lying in the sun on the white, sparkling sands. La Brona beach offers safe swimming for all ages, pedalo hire, life guards, a children's play area on the grass and free parking.
Travelling along the Ria to Muros, the most popular are Praia Paramean Esteiro and Praia de San Francisco. From Muros moving along the Atlantic Ocean coast to Finisterre (World's End) visitors can lose themselves in wild dunes, virgin beaches, huge surf and vast areas of protected natural beauty. Carnota is the busiest and has been voted in the Top 100 World Beaches. Take a look at this week's weather forecast.
Shopping - A Coruna, Galicia
Santiago de Compostela and A Coruna for excellent 'city' shopping in Area Central or Compostela commercial centres. The winding streets within the city walls between Praza das Praterias and Praza de Cervantes by the cathedral contain many speciality shops.
Noia and Muros for smaller, specialist boutique shops.
The Noia and Padron local markets are a bargain hunters paradise! Held in Noia on Monday, Wednesday and Sunday and in Padron on Sunday.
Historical Attractions in A Coruna, Galicia
Santiago de Compostela cathedral and medieval city centre
Once famously described by the Spanish author Ramon del Valle Inclan as 'a mystical stone rose' due to its winding streets, ancient monuments, museums and old buildings that surround the highly impressive 11th century cathedral and its squares. A good area to explore on foot, stopping to browse in the boutiques or enjoy Galician 'tapas' in the cheap taverns in Rua do Franco and Rua do Vilar that welcome visitors year round!
Noia historical centre and church
Affectionately known as 'Little Compostela' this pretty town on the banks of the river Sonora has a rich history dating back to the Prehistoric Age. Today it plays host to some of the best 'fiestas' (street parties) on the annual calender in the A Coruna region
In the A Coruna countryside near Serra da Outes you can visit the Petroglifos de Fontemoreira. Near Noia visit the PonteNafonso roman bridge, the watermills of Muino de Brandia & Miron and the papermill of Papalera de Fontan in Lousame. Near Porto do Son visit the Dolmen de Argalo,Petroglifos dos Pozos da Garda and the Castro de Barona settlement
Spa/Wellness Therapy - An Old Galician Tradition
The quality and variety of spas/baths available in Galicia are renowned throughout the Iberian peninsula. Galician legend and literature explain the local deep-seated traditions associated to the healing and therapeutic properties of the waters in the local balnearios; most of which date back to the Romans or the Golden Age of Thermal Therapy from the mid 19th century.
The rebirth at the turn of the century of 'Wellness Talaso Therapy' has found people of all ages flocking to Galicia to enjoy the combined delights of relaxation, de-stress, mental and physical recuperation using the power of water. A must after a hard day's fishing!
La Tour De Aguas Gallegos - The Galician Spa Pleasure Tour
Full details of this spa tour can be found at Puerto De Compostela
Kid's Favourites, A Coruna, Galicia
Water-park - Aguapark de Cerceda,Cerceda, A Coruna
Aquarium - Aquarium Finisterre, A Coruna city
Things To Do - Outes - Ria Muros y Noia
Horse-riding at Estivada Ecuestre - Outes
Mountain bike routes coast or country around Ria Muros y Noia
Natural Beauty Treks along the Ria Muros y Noia and in the beautiful A Coruna countryside
Arton Senna's Go Karting - Serra da Outes
Windsurf, Sailing, Surfing, Diving - A Coruna
Galicia's A Coruna fine coastline has perfect conditions for a varied number of water sports from beginner's level to very advanced.
Ria Muros y Noia/Atlantic Costa da Morte (Death Coast) - A Rough Guide
La Brona beginners can enjoy windsurfing and sailing.
Esteiro tranquil windsurfing for beginners and intermediates
Muros windsurfing and surfing for intermediates
Louro advanced surfing
Carnota boasts the big surf for the very experienced only
Portosin for sailing, scubadiving and paragliding
For a detailed account of the weather; wind and surf conditions on over 100 beaches see Aemet or Meteogalicia
Lira Os Minarzos is the 1st fish marine reserve on the Atlantic coast of the Iberian peninsula - an amazing dive spot! See Mar de Lira for a contoured map of the reserve.
Active Tourism - Fly, Climb, Kayak - A Coruna
We have joined forces with the Iberian peninsula's largest 'active tourism' centre to provide a host of activities for our guests. You have the opportunity to try an ultra-light flight over the Galician countryside departing from the reservoir of Fervenza or see the Costa da Morte - Death Coast by microlight. Alternatively you can kayak down the Rio Xallas from the reservoir to the coast or enjoy the many land based activities based at the centre Naturmaz
Golf - Santiago de Compostela
For golfers the nearest 9 holes can be played at Val de Rois situated in Las Gandaras, Seira s/n, La Coruna - a 45 minute drive from Puerto de Compostela. To reserve your tee-time call 981 810 864. Alternatively a better 18 hole course can be found at Real Aero Club de Santiago in Lavacolla, 10km from Santiago de Compostela city near to the airport offers another 18 hole challenge an hour's drive from your rental accommodation. Contact telephone no 981 888 276
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