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Valga

Galicia, Spain · Europe

About Valga

Valga is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Padrón, 46km from Fervenza do Ézaro.

Valga is a town located in Galicia, Spain. With a population of 6,143, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Valga 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 Valga to your route.

About Valga

Valga is a municipality in the province of Pontevedra, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. It belongs to the comarca of Caldas. The town's twin towns are Valga in Estonia and Valka in Latvia.

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What are the best things to do in Valga?

Valga 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 Valga located?

Valga is located in Galicia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 42.6979 latitude, -8.6396 longitude.

What is the population of Valga?

Valga has a population of approximately 6,143 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
6,143
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Galicia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
42.6979, -8.6396

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 Valga

6 notable places within an hour's 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.

22 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Combarro

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

30 km · about 35 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.

46 km · about 55 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.

56 km · about 65 min drive

beach

Cies Islands

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

57 km · about 65 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.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Valga

  • 56 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 Valga.

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🇪🇸 Spain

5 km awayPop. 9,039

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8 km awayPop. 3,519

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Cuntis

🇪🇸 Spain

9 km awayPop. 5,398

Caldas de Reis

🇪🇸 Spain

10 km awayPop. 10,036

A Estrada

🇪🇸 Spain

12 km awayPop. 20,661

Portas

🇪🇸 Spain

13 km awayPop. 3,177

Teo

🇪🇸 Spain

13 km awayPop. 17,807

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