Experience the Costa da Morte
Eight guided experiences · 13, 14 and 15 November
Experiences on the Costa da Morte
Three days to discover the region
From sea to table, from starry skies to Roman heritage: eight experiences to get to know the Costa da Morte alongside people who know it well. Pick yours, book your place and let yourself be carried away.
Friday, 13 November · 11:00
Visit to the Malpica fish market: from sea to table
A guided visit led by Fran Varela, secretary of the Malpica Fishermen’s Guild, to learn how a fish market works. The tour will explain the main species landed, how the fish is sorted and labelled, and the auction system used to sell it. It will also look at the importance of small-scale fishing for the local economy and for Malpica’s seafaring identity.
Closed activity
Closed activity for the Asociación Íntegro, which strives for a Costa da Morte for everyone.
Friday, 13 November · 19:00
Stargazing on the Costa da Morte: stars, mythology and navigation
A stargazing session led by Virxinia Barros at the Alto da Vela viewpoint in Camariñas. You will pick out the main constellations and planets visible in November and hear the mythological legends tied to the night sky. The session also explains how important the stars were to historical navigation along the Costa da Morte. In case of bad weather or overcast skies, the activity will move to the Vilán Lighthouse and take place through projections.
- Time: 19:00–20:00
- Meeting point: Alto da Vela viewpoint
- Alternative venue: Vilán Lighthouse, in case of bad weather or overcast skies
- Maximum: 30 people
Saturday, 14 November · 11:00
Visit to Nacho Porto’s workshop (Carnota)
A chance to step into the creative world of Nacho Porto and discover his work in his own house-museum in Cornido, Carnota. A space where ceramics and craftsmanship are in dialogue with the landscape of the Costa da Morte.
During the visit you will see the artist’s work up close, along with his creations and his own way of understanding art, in a privileged spot where the Atlantic is also part of the experience.
- Time: 11:00–12:30
- Meeting point: Nacho Porto’s workshop (see map)
- Maximum: 20 people
Saturday, 14 November · 12:00
Guided visit to the former whaling factory at Caneliñas (Cee)
Accompanied by tour guide Emma Gutiérrez, we will discover the former whaling factory at Caneliñas, in Cee, on a guided visit that brings us closer to a past that left a deep mark on the municipality and on the whole Costa da Morte.
A walk through the history of an activity that shaped the lives of many families and is part of the territory’s seafaring memory. A chance to better understand the Costa da Morte’s historical relationship with the sea, discover the remains of a bygone era and hear the stories that still cling to this place.
- Time: 12:00–13:30
- Meeting point: Caneliñas beach
- Maximum: 30 people
Saturday, 14 November · 16:00
Historic and archaeological heritage of Brandomil (Zas)
A guided walk led by Tania Carreira to explore the historic and archaeological heritage of Brandomil, in the municipality of Zas. The route takes in the Camiño Real, the Ponte Vella, the Castro and the remains of the Roman domus at the Pedra do Altar archaeological site. You will learn about the historical importance of Brandomil and the value of the remains that survive. A chance to discover the Roman past and the old routes of the Costa da Morte.
- Time: 16:00–17:00
- Meeting point: Brandomil recreation area, next to the bridge (see map)
- Maximum: 25 people
Sunday, 15 November · 10:00
Hike along the Senda do Xallas (Mazaricos)
A chance to discover the natural wealth of the Costa da Morte’s interior on a route through Mazaricos. The Senda do Xallas invites you to follow the river and enjoy the landscapes, the peace and the natural diversity of this area.
A perfect plan for lovers of active tourism and for anyone who wants to see the Costa da Morte from another angle, in direct contact with nature.
Sunday, 15 November · 12:00
Botanical walk and wild food tasting in A Laracha
In A Laracha we offer a morning to look at the landscape with new eyes: a botanical walk and wild food tasting with Sabores Espontáneos. An experience that combines a stroll, a look at the local flora and a culinary introduction to the world of wild plants.
More than an ordinary walk, this activity invites you to slow down, discover species and recognise the aromas, textures and uses of plants that often go unnoticed. A chance to better understand the area’s natural wealth and to find new ways of relating to it through food.
- Time: 12:00–14:00
- Meeting point: Gabenlle recreation area
- Alternative venue: Muíños de Auga Interpretation Centre, in case of bad weather
- Maximum: 25 people
Sunday, 15 November · 16:30
The trade of the percebeiro: a visit to Cape Roncudo (Ponteceso)
A guided visit to Cape Roncudo, in Corme, led by Suso Lista, a percebeiro (goose barnacle harvester) and writer. Along the way you will learn about the trade, the traditional harvesting techniques and the risks of working on the rocks. Through his experiences and anecdotes, you will discover the bond between the sea, seafaring culture and the people of Corme. A first-hand look at one of the Costa da Morte’s most representative trades.
- Time: 16:30–18:00
- Meeting point: Cape Roncudo, Corme (Ponteceso)
- Maximum: 25 people
This programme of activities is organised by CMAT – Costa da Morte Asociación Turística, through the DP0030/2026 grants line of the Deputación da Coruña (A Coruña Provincial Council), intended to support tourism promotion and revitalisation initiatives in the area.
