Gone Galician—Pontevedra's old-world charm
Nestled between the Lerez River and an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean, Pontevedra's a lively, walkable city that's known for its ancient ruins, renowned winemaking, and a number of annual art and culture festivals. The historic Old Town features public squares lined with ornate buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries, and the waterfront Paseo Maritimo offers plenty of space for biking and walking. With a Pontevedra vacation rental, you'll be within easy reach of Galicia's must-see sights, including the Museo de Pontevedra, Montalvo Beach, and the historic Ruinas de San Domingos.
Old news is good news in historic Pontevedra
With almost a thousand years of history in the area, it's no surprise that Pontevedra's got plenty to see and do. At the Museo de Pontevedra, you can take a journey through Spanish history with a permanent collection that includes national and Galician art from as far back as the Middle Ages. Feeling thirsty? Wine lovers can check out the Palacio de Fefinanes Winery, a long-standing winery that's housed in a striking 17th-century Renaissance building, just a short hop from your Pontevedra vacation rental.
Having a swell time on Pontevedra's coast
Thanks to the nearby Ria de Pontevedra, Pontevedra offers easy access to a number of scenic beaches. Lourido Beach is 1 of the closest, but if you're up for the drive, the lively Montalvo Beach on the Atlantic coast is always worth the trip. Here, you'll find a long white-sand beach that's a hit with visitors of all ages, and you can find everything from boating and sunbathing to camping, hiking, and fishing. Back in town, you can explore the countless restaurants, bars, and shops of downtown's narrow stone streets, or catch a live performance at the ornate Teatro Principal.
Temperate times in mild, maritime Pontevedra
Pontevedra has a humid oceanic climate, with warm summers and mild winters, as well as occasional winter storms and regular rainfall between fall and spring. Summers are dry, with average highs around 79 degrees in July and August. The wetter, cooler winters are relatively mild, with average temperatures between 43 degrees and 57 degrees in January and February. With its mild year-round climate, Pontevedra's a hit with both summer sun-seekers and winter visitors escaping colder climes elsewhere, and you'll find that prices for Pontevedra vacation rentals don't change much from 1 season to the next.
Water, water everywhere—Pontevedra's waterfront
In the Galicia region of northwestern Spain, Pontevedra's bounded to the north by the Lerez River, and to the west by the Ria de Pontevedra, a broad inlet of the Atlantic Ocean. To the east, you'll find rolling hills, wooded mountainsides, and low-lying peaks. Pontevedra itself is fairly dense, with low stone buildings, cobbled streets, and a bounty of centuries-old architecture in the city center. It's located within the scenic Rias Baixas area, known for its estuarine inlets and hilly peninsulas along the Atlantic coast, as well as plenty of sandy, secluded beaches.
Traveling to and around Pontevedra
The nearest airport is in Santiago de Compostela (SCQ-Lavacolla), located 34.2 mi (55.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Vigo (VGO-Peinador), which is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, make your way to Pontevedra (PTE-Pontevedra Train Station) or Pontevedra Station to see more of the city.
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