Ortigueira, Coastal municipality in A Coruña Province, Spain
Located on the northern slope of Serra da Faladoira, Ortigueira extends along the Mera River and eastern shore of Ria de Santa Marta inlet.
The municipality developed from a maritime settlement into a regional administrative center, establishing itself as an important hub in northern Galicia through centuries.
The Festival of Celtic World in Ortigueira brings together musicians and performers from Celtic nations, celebrating traditional music and heritage each year.
The municipality provides essential services across 210 square kilometers, including healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and maritime infrastructure for its 5,966 residents.
The sheltered harbor of Ortigueira supports local fishing activities despite water depth limitations, contributing to the regional maritime economy.
Location: A Coruña Province
Capital city: Ortigueira
Elevation above the sea: 58 m
Part of: Ortegal
Shares border with: Mañón, As Pontes de García Rodríguez, As Somozas, Cerdido, Cedeira, Cariño
Website: http://concellodeortigueira.gal
GPS coordinates: 43.68306,-7.85000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
Vixía Herbeira
8.9 km
Castle of Moeche
18.8 km
Santuario de Santo André de Teixido
8.9 km
Cape Ortegal Lighthouse
9.9 km
Beach of Morouzos
2.2 km
Beach of Esteiro, Mañón
12.6 km
Punta Candelaria Lighthouse
16.2 km
Pazo da Trave
19.8 km
Castro dos Prados
5.4 km
Beach of O Picón
10.9 km
Church of Santa María de Cabanas
14.4 km
Castillo del Casón
5.4 km
Ortigueira-Mera
8.4 km
Campo do Castro
18.3 km
Castro das Croias
17.1 km
Castro das Croas
15.4 km
Castro de Loiravella
19.5 km
Castro de Vilarrube
18.5 km
Castro de Vidueiros
18.6 km
San Antonio de Espasante
5.7 km
Playa de La Concha
5.4 km
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Ortigueira - Juan Fernández Latorre
491 m
Capela de San Antón de Corveiro
17.8 km
Eirón
6.2 km
Chamadoiro
13.5 km
Praia de Arealonga
13.9 km
San Román
18.5 km
Praia Sarridal
8.2 kmReviews
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