Historic center route
The old town is located around the fishing port, a reflection of the seafaring past and present.
Old Council
Municipal house from 1837 to 2018, when the main offices were moved to Casa dos Alonso.
As an extension of the small building in the Plaza de San Marcos, the so-called municipal house was built in 1837 at one end of the Plaza del Reló and for many years it housed the town hall offices. Currently there is the Tourist Office and the Local Police.
Bajo Muro (medieval wall) Street
Old street where a section of the wall and the beginning of the access gate from the port are preserved.
Ireira Street
Accessible alternative to the old town where a canvas of the old medieval wall is located. A few meters away is the Food Market.
Colon Street
Central street of the walled town in medieval times and has stairs at the beginning from the port to overcome the unevenness.
San Marcos Square
For centuries there was a hospital for pilgrims in this protected square inside the walled area right next to the northernmost entrance.
Square "do Reló"
This square was outside the walled area with access to the upper area in the direction of the Church of Santa María or the Castle of Santa Cruz.
Tower "do Reló"
This defensive element was already part of the old wall next to the access to the upper area. The tower is so representative that it gives its name to the sq...
Old Council
Municipal house from 1837 to 2018, when the main offices were moved to Casa dos Alonso.
Alonso´s House
The current headquarters of the City Hall is a building of great interest due to its history, special architecture and its prominent location in the square.
Parish church of Santa Maria in A Guarda
Originally romanic, it was expanded in the s. XVI. It is the outstanding church of the municipality where Holy Week and the Blessed Sacrament are celebrated...