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Pontevedra

Galicia, Spain · Europe

About Pontevedra

Pontevedra is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Poio, 31km from Cies Islands.

Pontevedra is a town located in Galicia, Spain. With a population of 82,802, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra to your route.

About Pontevedra

The Fountain of A Ferrería is a fountain located in the gardens of Casto Sampedro next to the Ferrería square in the Spanish city of Pontevedra. It is a Renaissance-style granite fountain.

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What are the best things to do in Pontevedra?

Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra located?

Pontevedra is located in Galicia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 42.4310 latitude, -8.6443 longitude.

What is the population of Pontevedra?

Pontevedra has a population of approximately 82,802 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
82,802
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Galicia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
42.4310, -8.6443

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 Pontevedra

4 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.

5 km · about 10 min drive

beach

Cies Islands

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

31 km · about 35 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.

32 km · about 35 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.

51 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Pontevedra

  • 72 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.
  • 79 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

Other places to explore near Pontevedra.

Poio

🇪🇸 Spain

1 km away

Poio

🇪🇸 Spain

4 km awayPop. 17,018

Combarro

🇪🇸 Spain

5 km awayPop. 1,786

Marín

🇪🇸 Spain

6 km awayPop. 25,969

Meaño

🇪🇸 Spain

11 km awayPop. 5,505

Meis

🇪🇸 Spain

12 km awayPop. 4,976

Ponte Caldelas

🇪🇸 Spain

13 km away

Ribadumia

🇪🇸 Spain

13 km awayPop. 5,069

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