What to see in the Mariña Lucense

What to see in the Mariña Lucense

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Discover today what to see in Mariña Lucense

La Mariña Lucense is located in the province of Lugo, located in the northern part of Galicia.

It stands out for having a diverse landscape that ranges from virgin beaches and impressive cliffs to lush forests and charming fishing villages. If you want to visit this place, Galicia Travels will bring you some points that you cannot miss.

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Explore its beaches

One of the most outstanding attractions of Mariña Lucense are its impressive beaches. Among the most popular are the As Catedrais Beach, recognized for its spectacular rock formations, and Las Illas Beach, with calm waters and its preserved natural environment.

Without leaving Mariña Lucense, surf lovers will have the option of visiting Arealonga Beach, while Abrela Beach is ideal for relaxing and enjoying a quiet sunny day with the family.

Impressive cliffs

What to see in Mariña Lucense? Apart from its beautiful beaches, it is well worth taking a look at its cliffs

The cliffs of the Mariña Lucense they are another of its most impressive attractions. In this area they can be found from places such as Cabo do Mundo or Cabo de Bares, which offer incredible panoramic views of the ocean.

An area that stands out for having a rich marine fauna, and where it is also very common to see birds of all kinds.

The Pancha Island

Stunning forests

As we say, the Mariña Lucense It also stands out for having impressive oak and chestnut forests that extend throughout the region and that can be the perfect setting if what you are looking for is to take excursions on foot or explore these places by bicycle. Visiting them will allow you to discover the rich biodiversity they have.

Get to know the Eo River

It is a river that determines the natural border between Galicia and the Asturias. A place with clear waters that has areas full of vegetation and thus becomes the perfect setting for practicing activities such as canoeing or fishing.

Pancha Island

Pancha Island It is another of the points to visit in Mariña Lucense. This is the island that has the two lighthouses of Ribadeo. The old one dating from the 19th century and later replaced by the current one at the end of the 20th century.

Visit the oldest cathedral in Spain

In the Mariña of Lugo there is  the oldest cathedral in Spain. Is about the Basilica of San Martiño de Mondoñedo and is located in the municipality of Foz. It is a place steeped in history, since in the 9th century it was the seat of two bishoprics of the Kingdom of Galicia.

Get to know the charming fishing villages

La Mariña Lucense has picturesque fishing villages full of charm. Among them, some stand out such as Viveiro, Ribadeo or Burela and all of them offer the best of local gastronomy, based on fresh and high-quality seafood.

In these towns, it is common to find traditional festivals and festivals throughout the year, which reflect the rich culture and traditions of the region, as well as local markets and craft fairs that will allow you to take home a unique souvenir from Mariña Lucense.

It is worth remembering that in the case of Ribadeo it is a municipality whose historic center was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 2004. Without a doubt, a place of great architectural beauty thanks to its popular houses of artisans and sailors, Indian houses, banking houses, its cobbled streets, its castles and its uniqueness.

Without a doubt, traveling to Mariña Lucense is an opportunity to disconnect, enjoy the natural beauty and immerse yourself in the best of Galicia. A unique opportunity to discover areas of great beauty and the best of its gastronomy.

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