Allariz

Allariz spans across 85 square kilometers of rolling hills, with narrow cobblestone streets leading to a central plateau containing religious structures and commercial areas.

The municipality originated from a castro settlement and gained prominence in the 12th century as a royal fortress during conflicts with Portugal under Alfonso VII.

The annual Festa do Boi festival preserves medieval traditions through celebrations that commemorate historical events involving the local Jewish community and Xan de Arzúa.

Located 20 minutes south of Ourense city, Allariz provides direct access via the A52 motorway and features numerous parking areas at the base of its old quarter.

The River Arnoia flows through the municipality from east to west, creating fertile valleys surrounded by pine and native oak forests at 434 meters elevation.

Location: Ourense

Capital city: Allariz

Elevation above the sea: 434 m

Part of: Mancomunidade Allariz-Taboadela, Allariz – Maceda

Shares border with: Paderne de Allariz, Xunqueira de Ambía, Sandiás, Vilar de Santos, Rairiz de Veiga, A Bola, A Merca, Taboadela

Website: https://allariz.gal

GPS coordinates: 42.19008,-7.80180

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:54