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Monterroso

Galicia, Spain · Europe

About Monterroso

Monterroso sits on the route: 20 minutes from Taboada, 33km from Lugo Roman Walls.

Monterroso is a town located in Galicia, Spain. With a population of 4,238, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Monterroso sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Monterroso to your route.

About Monterroso

Monterroso is a municipality in the province of Lugo, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. It belongs to the comarca of A Ulloa.

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Where is Monterroso located?

Monterroso is located in Galicia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 42.7925 latitude, -7.8342 longitude.

What is the population of Monterroso?

Monterroso has a population of approximately 4,238 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
4,238
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Galicia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
42.7925, -7.8342

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

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Worth the detour from Monterroso

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Lugo Roman Walls

The only completely intact Roman city wall in the world rings old Lugo, a 2km UNESCO rampart you can walk atop above the cobbled centre.

33 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Ribeira Sacra

A hidden canyon landscape of vertigo-inducing terraced vineyards, Romanesque monasteries, and the Sil River gorge.

45 km · about 50 min drive

cathedral

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

The soaring Baroque-fronted goal of the Camino de Santiago, housing the apostle's tomb and the giant swinging Botafumeiro censer.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Monterroso

  • 45 kmRibeira SacraA hidden canyon landscape of vertigo-inducing terraced vineyards, Romanesque monasteries, and the Sil River gorge.

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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Castro

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21 km awayPop. 5,822

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