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Galicia sailing itinerary
Map of the best ports and anchorages
Read the notes and warnings from sailors who have stopped in Galicia and always choose the best port or anchorage for the night. If you found this map useful you can also leave a review, share your best photos of Spain, or add a new spot you discovered.
Best anchorages in Galicia
(Add an anchorage)Always choose the safest spot with a live ranking of your favorite anchorages in Galicia. Try zooming in to avoid seaweed fields, then tick to start your list of favourites.
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The sandy seabed generally offers excellent holding in the natural beauty of the area. A quick dingh… Read more about this listing
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The anchorage features a sandy bottom, which typically provides good holding. Just be careful with t… Read more about this listing
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This cove provides good protection from most winds, ensuring a comfortable stay in favorable weather… Read more about this listing
Best ports and marinas in Galicia
(Add a port)Find a berth for the night with a live ranking of your favorite harbors in Galicia, keeping an eye on the tide and weather forecast. You can also participate by sharing a missing phone number or VHF channel when possible.
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Located in the heart of Vigo, the port provides services including water, electricity, and a fuel st… Read more about this listing
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If you’re heading to Vigo, Real Club Náutico is a solid choice. We were a bit nervous about navigati… Read more about this listing
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The port is surrounded with numerous seafood restaurants and bars. Its strategic location on the Atl… Read more about this listing
A brief maritime history of Galicia
Ancient Celtic tribes first settled here. The rugged cliffs and deep fjord (called rías) provided natural harbors, while the rich waters offered abundant fish, drawing people to these shores. Even before the Romans arrived, Galicia was known for its skilled seafarers, who navigated the Atlantic in small wooden boats, much like the Dornas, traditional vessels that are still used by local fishermen today.
The Romans established the port of Brigantium in the 1st century BC, today A Coruña, as a key outpost. Galicia’s ports became vital in the empire, exporting precious metals like gold, silver, and tin, which were mined from the region’s rich earth and shipped across the empire. The Tower of Hercules, a Roman lighthouse that still stands tall over A Coruña’s bay, is one of the oldest functioning lighthouses in the world, guiding ships through these hazardous waters for nearly two thousand years. The sea also brought waves of invaders to Galicia. The Vikings, drawn by the promise of wealth and Galicia’s strategic location at the edge of Europe, raided these coasts throughout the 9th and 10th centuries. These raids prompted the construction of coastal fortifications, some of which still stand today.
But the most significant moments in Galicia’s history came in the Middle Ages with the establishment of the Camino de Santiago. Santiago de Compostela, Galicia’s spiritual heart, became the endpoint for Christian pilgrims from all over Europe. Many of these pilgrims arrived by sea in A Coruña and Ferrol before continuing their journey inland.