Yachtcharter Vigo

The port city of Vigo in northwestern Spain is a fitting starting point for experiencing the beautiful coastal and island landscapes of Galicia. The fjord-like inlets in the coast offer protection from the power of the Atlantic and relaxation after sporty sailing. On the small islands and along the coast you will find beautiful beaches, coves and bays as well as historic villages. With temperatures around 25 degrees and the highest water temperatures of the West Coast, the region is suitable for outdoor activities, sportive sailing as well as for bathing vacations. A nice opportunity for cruising, blue water törns and tours along the Spanish and portuguese Atlantic coast.

Climate: temperate with temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees
. Winds: West winds
Sailing season: May to September

Yacht charter Vigo

The large, natural harbor of Vigo is a special feature in Spain, from here many ships depart for fishing on the North Atlantic. Besides the harbor, the industry is characteristic for the city. Even if it sounds less romantic, the location is a very good starting port for a cruise along the west coast of Spain and Portugal. The city is located in an estuary, in the Ría de Vigo. The river stretches 35 kilometers into the country and can also be navigated. In the city, however, a walk through the old town and the fishing district Berbés is worthwhile. In the Parque Monte del Castro it is nice to walk in the gardens with fountains and due to the higher location there is a good overview of the city. The park belongs to an old fortress. Those who want to learn about the tradition of fishing and shipbuilding in Galicia can do so in the Museo do Mar de Galicia, which is located in an old cannery.

In front of the estuary is a small archipelago, the Illa de Cies, which protects the place from the swell of the Atlantic Ocean. The three islands - Monteagudo, Do Faro and San Martiño - are uninhabited and perfect for a varied day or two between beach, hiking, sightseeing and bird watching. You'll have to get a permit from the Rías Baixas for this one, as the number of visitors is limited, but it's worth it. It can be requested on the reservation website of the national park. Playa de Rodas beach was once voted the most beautiful beach in the world by the Guardian. The fine sandy white beach with turquoise waters enveloped by dunes and pine forest is in no way inferior to its Mediterranean competitors and has one more plus: fewer visitors. Since 1980, the islands have also been a nature reserve and are part of the Islas Atlánticas National Park, with important waterfowl colonies that can be seen mainly on the southern island. You can also take short hikes around the islands. Different routes lead through forests, past Lake Niño and a pre-Roman settlement, or to the lighthouse and bird observatories. Information about the routes can be obtained at the Interpretation Center, in the former monastery of San Estevo.

With a yacht charter Vigo in the Rías Baixas of Galicia

Fjord-like bays such as the Ría Vigo are typical of this stretch of coastline and offer a chance to take a breather from the sporty Atlantic. Other estuaries include the Ría de Pontevedra, Ría de Arousa and Ría de Muros north of Vigo. The four are collectively known as the Rias Baixas, lower rías in distinction to the upper rías on the northern coast of Galicia. The towns in this area often date back to Roman times and have charming old town centers.

The defining city of the Ría Pontevedra is located at the end of the 25 kilometers long bay. Pontevedra has a beautiful medieval center with granite houses and wooden loggias of different colors. There are also many beautiful squares to linger in, such as the Praza da Leña or the former marketplace Praza da Ferraia. In the city you will also meet pilgrims, because the famous Way of Saint James passes through here to visit the baroque chapel of the patron saint La Peregrina. Also in this ría is a small group of islands, the Illa de Ons. They are also part of the Islas Atlánticas National Park, like the Illa de Cies, and here too there are beautiful hiking trails, beaches and waterfowl to observe. The Rías de Arousa is the longest rías in the area and named after one of several large and small islands in the bay. The beaches on the Illa de Arousa are framed by forests and ferns. The Carreirón Natural Park is a refuge for birds such as the gray heron. In the last and northernmost of the four lower rías are the towns of Muros and Noia. The Castro de Baroña is located directly on the south bank of the Ría. It is one of Galicia's most impressive historical monuments, the ruins of a settlement from Celtic times. Situated on a small rocky peninsula, the thick walls include about 20 circular buildings. Before entering the Rías, in a small bay, lies the 1-kilometer-long Corrubedo shifting sand dune in a natural park. Beaches and lagoons border the dune, and many species of waterfowl also live here, which you can watch and listen to on a walk.

From a culinary point of view, you can expect dishes from the various shellfish farms in the area, such as oysters, mussels and cockles, fish and empanadas (stuffed dumplings). The region is also known for its wine, made from the Alberiño grape.

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