Pontevedra is the capital of the province of Pontevedra, one of the four provinces of Galicia since 1833. Its name originates from the Latin pons veteris, 'old bridge'. The actual bridge, the Ponte do Burgo, still arches over the river Lérez. Pontevedra has the second largest historical old town in Galicia after Santiago de Compostela, a considerable part of which is pedestrianised.
What to see in Pontevedra
Capela da Virxe Peregrina
A church with a scallop-shaped floor plan. Above the altar there is a statue of the Virgin Mary dressed as a pilgrim, wearing different colours from time to time.
Basílica de Santa María a Maior
The church was commissioned by the seafarers' guild of Pontevedra and built in the 16th century. It is richly decorated in a mix of Renaissance, Gothic and Portuguese Manueline styles.
Where to stay in Pontevedra
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Hostel Charino
Private
27 – 30
12
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5.0
Dpaso Urban Hostel
Private
17 – 19
20
4.7
Nacama Hostel
Private
15
42
4.7
Acolá Hostel
Private
20
16
4.5
Bulezen Urban Hostel
Private
22 – 28
64
4.5
Slow City Hostel
Private
20 – 23
6
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4.1
Albergue GBC Pontevedra
Private
15 – 21
54
4.1
Turoqua Hostel
Private
17 – 25
20
+
4.1
Albergue de peregrinos
Xunta de Galicia
10
56
4.0
Albergue Aloxa
Private
19
60
4.0
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