Sailing Through Galicia: A 7-Day Nautical Itinerary from Vigo to Discover Unique Landscapes and Traditions

Galicia is a land that turns its back on the sea yet embraces it with passion. Exploring this region by sea offers an unforgettable experience: landscapes that combine calm estuaries and wild coastlines, towns steeped in maritime history, and gastronomy that speaks of the ocean in every dish.

Sailway invites you to discover this essence in 7 days with a route starting from the Real Club Náutico de Vigo, designed for sea lovers who seek more than just a voyage.

Day 1: Vigo – Baiona

We set sail from Vigo, a city with a strong maritime and cultural identity. You will sail along the Cíes Islands, declared a National Park, a paradise of white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters.

In Baiona, the first European port to receive news of the discovery of America thanks to the arrival of the caravel La Pinta, you can explore its walled historic center and the Parador de Baiona, overlooking the bay. You will also enjoy the local culinary tradition with classic pulpo a la gallega or a Galician empanada, reflecting the harmony between sea and land.

Day 2: Baiona – Costa da Vela (Playa Nerga, Barra, Robaleira)

This coast is a less crowded and incredibly pristine area, ideal for anchoring and connecting with nature. Nerga and Barra beaches are surrounded by pine forests and Atlantic cliffs where the sea roars and paints a wild scene.

Here, tranquility is absolute, perfect for swimming or kayaking. As evening falls, the connection with the sea feels even more alive on this isolated coast, a natural gem of the Rías Baixas.

Day 3: Ría de Aldán – Combarro

We sail towards the Ría de Aldán, with small, clear coves perfect for anchoring. The village of Combarro stands out not only for its beauty but also for its hórreos and cruceiros by the sea, a unique symbol of Galicia.

Walking through its historic center is a journey through maritime culture and architecture, combined with restaurants and taverns offering fresh seafood such as steamed mussels and a good Albariño wine, two authentic Galician flavors.

Day 4: Isla de Arousa – O Grove

Isla de Arousa is an excellent example of marine biodiversity and a natural park, with fine sandy beaches and trails to explore. From here, you can visit O Grove, a town nationally renowned for its seafood and the celebration of the Seafood Festival, where fish stew and goose barnacles take center stage.

It is an essential stop to understand the connection between Galician maritime traditions and gastronomy.

Day 5: Cambados – Vilagarcía – Ribeira

Cambados is world-famous for its Albariño wine and traditional architecture, with pazos and manor houses. Vilagarcía and Ribeira allow you to admire the landscape of bateas, these “marine farms” where mussels and clams are cultivated, an important part of the local gastronomic heritage.

The sight of these structures on the water is visually stunning and offers insight into Galicia’s maritime economy and culture.

Day 6: Finisterre – Muxía (Costa da Morte)

Known as the Costa da Morte for its fierce storms and historic shipwrecks, this coastline is full of legends, lighthouses, and rugged landscapes that captivate those seeking nature in its purest form.

In Finisterre, you will find the mythical lighthouse marking the “end of the world” for ancient Europe; in Muxía, local traditions and beliefs merge with the raw, wild nature. Here, honest gastronomy, such as merluza a la gallega, reflects the bond with the rough sea that defines this area.

Day 7: Playa de Carnota – Playa de las Catedrales – Vigo

Carnota is Galicia’s longest and one of its most pristine beaches, ideal for walking and enjoying the vast coastline. The Playa de las Catedrales, with its natural arches and caves, is an unmissable geological and visual spectacle, accessible only at low tide.

After this final stroll, you will return to Vigo with the feeling of having experienced Galicia in its most authentic state: between sea, culture, gastronomy, and landscapes designed to enchant.

Galicia: Maritime Traditions and Culture

This itinerary highlights Galicia as a comprehensive nautical destination, wrapped in history, scenery, and culture, aimed at sailors seeking a deeper experience beyond conventional tourism.

Sailway allows you to explore all these landscapes, whether you need a chartered boat with or without a skipper. This journey is presented as a transformative experience, where the sea is not just a route but the heart of the adventure.

Are you ready to set sail and discover Galicia by sail? The Galician sea is waiting to share its secrets.