O Grove

The peninsula of O Grove extends into the Atlantic Ocean, connected to the mainland by the O Vao isthmus near the beaches of A Lanzada.

Archaeological findings at Adro Vello confirm Roman settlements in O Grove, with documentation of the Saint Vincent church dating back to 899 AD.

The residents of O Grove, known as mecos, maintain strong connections to maritime traditions through fishing activities and seafood cultivation.

The municipality provides numerous accommodations along its 21 square kilometers, including beachfront hotels and natural camping areas for visitors.

The intertidal complex of Umia-O Grove serves as a protected habitat for migratory birds and contains extensive mussel cultivation platforms.

Location: Pontevedra Province

Capital city: Grove

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

Part of: Mancomunidad Voluntaria de Municipios de Arousa, gemenebest van Salnés, O Salnés

Shares border with: Sanxenxo

Website: http://concellodogrove.es

GPS coordinates: 42.49530,-8.86409

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:52