Ribadeo

Ribadeo is a coastal town at the mouth of the Eo River, forming a natural border between Galicia and Asturias with direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. The town spreads along a bay where tidal movements regularly reveal stone formations and caves that shape its shoreline.

The port of Porcillán dates to Roman times and made this place an important trading hub connecting the northern Spanish coast to European routes. This maritime role shaped the settlement's growth over many centuries.

The pilgrimage to Mount Santa Cruz on the first Sunday of August draws locals together to share traditional music and regional food. These gatherings show how the community keeps its customs alive and connected to the land.

Visitors can explore the tidal zone at the As Catedrais beach during low tide, when natural stone arches and caves become visible. Planning your visit around local tide tables makes the most of what the shoreline reveals.

A modernist Galician country house built by the Moreno brothers displays architectural elements reflecting wealth from maritime trade. The building contains unusual design features that set it apart from typical local construction.

Location: Lugo Province

Capital city: Ribadeo

Elevation above the sea: 47 m

Part of: Camino del Norte, Commonwealth of Municipalities of A Mariña Luguesa

Shares border with: Barreiros, Trabada, A Veiga, Castropol

Website: http://ribadeo.gal

GPS coordinates: 43.53722,-7.04306

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:25