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Palmeira

Galicia, Spain · Europe

About Palmeira

Palmeira is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Santa Uxía de Ribeira, 39km from Fervenza do Ézaro.

Palmeira is a town located in Galicia, Spain. With a population of 1,894, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Palmeira 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 Palmeira to your route.

About Palmeira

A Pobra do Caramiñal is a town and municipality at the entrance of one of the lower bays of the Galician coastline known as the Ría de Arousa in the province of A Coruña, Spain. It is located in the autonomous community of Galicia. A Pobra do Caramiñal belongs to the comarca of A Barbanza. It is the next stop out of

Read more the ria (bay or more apropos fjord) after Boiro and is famous for its unusual festival procession in September. A Pobra do Caramiñal features a large harbor with docks for commercial and leisure craft, the Alameda, the Old Town, and a popular beach.

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Palmeira offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Palmeira located?

Palmeira is located in Galicia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 42.5833 latitude, -8.9500 longitude.

What is the population of Palmeira?

Palmeira has a population of approximately 1,894 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
1,894
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Galicia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
42.5833, -8.9500

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 Palmeira

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Combarro

A storybook fishing village of granite horreos and seafront crosses lining a tidal harbour on the Pontevedra ria.

26 km · about 30 min drive

waterfall

Fervenza do Ézaro

The Xallas river ends its run by plunging some 40 metres down granite slabs almost directly into the Atlantic: reputedly the only river-mouth waterfall of its kind in continental Europe. Minutes' walk from the car park below Monte Pindo.

39 km · about 45 min drive

beach

Cies Islands

An Atlantic archipelago off Vigo with pristine white-sand beaches and crystal waters, often called the Caribbean of Galicia.

40 km · about 45 min drive

beach

Praia de Rodas

A glittering white crescent of Caribbean-like sand linking two of the Cies Islands, often crowned Europe's most beautiful beach.

41 km · about 45 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cabo Fisterra

The 'end of the world' lighthouse on a wild Atlantic cape where Camino pilgrims traditionally finish their journey watching the sun sink into the ocean.

42 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.

47 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Palmeira

  • 42 kmCabo FisterraThe 'end of the world' lighthouse on a wild Atlantic cape where Camino pilgrims traditionally finish their journey watching the sun sink into the ocean.

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

Other places to explore near Palmeira.

A Pobra do Caramiñal

🇪🇸 Spain

2 km awayPop. 9,440

Santa Uxía de Ribeira

🇪🇸 Spain

5 km awayPop. 27,067

Illa de Arousa

🇪🇸 Spain

7 km awayPop. 5,020

Boiro

🇪🇸 Spain

9 km awayPop. 18,883

Vilanova de Arousa

🇪🇸 Spain

10 km awayPop. 10,719

O Grove

🇪🇸 Spain

12 km awayPop. 10,700

Vilaxoán

🇪🇸 Spain

13 km awayPop. 1,354

Rianxo

🇪🇸 Spain

13 km awayPop. 11,769

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