Churches of Camariñas
Monumentos dedicados a las gentes del mar y sus tradiciones, y capillas e iglesias en donde recuperar la esperanza por las vidas arrebatadas por el mar.
VIRXE DO CARME CHAPEL
A modest maritime chapel with an 18th century Baroque altarpiece dedicated to the protector of sailors. Its maritime procession on 16 July is a highlight.
Hermitage located in front of the port of Camariñas and of typical seafaring style. Its dimensions and construction are modest, including the belfry, which has a singular opening. It has a single nave, with a barrel vault and semicircular arches except in the main chapel, which has a groin vault. Its altarpiece in the Romay circle is Baroque in style from the early 18th century. It is dedicated to the Virgin of Carmel, protector of sailors. The feast of the Carmel is celebrated on 16th July, when the image of the Virgin, taken from the chapel for the occasion, is carried in a maritime procession across the waters of the estuary to Muxía.
CHURCH OF SAN XURXO
Discover a baroque jewel from the 18th century, with impressive vaults and neoclassical altarpieces. Its design is reminiscent of the famous architect Simón...
CHURCH OF SANTA MARÍA DE XAVIÑA
Discover a 12th century Romanesque jewel, with a single nave and apse, highlighting its triumphal arch and decoration inspired by the cathedral of Santiago d...
CHURCH OF SANTA MARIÑA, SANTA MARIÑA DE TOSTO
Visit this ancient centre of Christianisation, famous for its connection with water and fertility cults. Admire its triumphal arch and neoclassical altarpiece.
PONTE DO PORTO PARISH CHURCH
This place offers unique architecture from the 20th century, with an outstanding bell tower and altarpieces of high artistic value, ideal for religious art t...
VIRXE DO CARME CHAPEL
A modest maritime chapel with an 18th century Baroque altarpiece dedicated to the protector of sailors. Its maritime procession on 16 July is a highlight.
HERMITAGE OF VIRXE DO MONTE
Discover an 18th century Baroque chapel located on a promontory with panoramic views of the Vilán lighthouse and Punta da Barca. It is famous for its Easter...
BELL TOWER OF PONTE DO PORTO
This 18th century baroque bell tower, located near a cemetery on a hill, is the only remnant of a historic parish church.
STATUE OF THE VIRGEN DEL CARMEN
In honour of the patron saint of sailors, this statue is located on the seafront promenade of Camariñas, a fishing village par excellence.
CATAVENTO DE CAMELLE
Enjoy a unique panoramic view from a steel and concrete monument, the work of the artist José María Kaidea, at the end of the promenade.
MONUMENT TO THE LACE EXHIBITION
The stone letters that form the name of Camariñas pay homage to the Mostra do Encaixe, which has been held every Easter since 1990.
LA PALILLEIRA MONUMENT
This place stands out for its homage to the craftswomen who make lace with chopsticks, a tradition that has brought it international fame.
MONUMENT TO THE SALVAGE COMPANIES AND SHIPWRECKED PERSONS
Discover an iconic anchor on the seafront, a tribute to brave rescuers and locals who died in shipwrecks.
STATUE OF THE DANCE OF ARCHES
Discover an ancient seafaring dance, held in July, where dancers dressed in white intertwine decorated wooden arches, on a tour of the village.
STATUE OF THE WOMAN
Discover a monument awarded by the FEMP for its work to improve the lives of local women through the promotion of lace making.
STATUE IN HOMAGE TO THE SAILORS
Discover a monument restored after an act of vandalism, located at the entrance to the port, in honour of the brave sailors.
TWINNING POST
Discover the global connection of this picturesque municipality, with links of friendship in the Canary Islands, Italy, Portugal, France and Switzerland, sym...
WOLF PIT
Discover a unique 16th century building, used for hunting wolves, located next to beaches and with a 2-metre trap.
CASTLE CANYONS
Visit the restored historic cannons that adorn the promenade gardens, once used for mooring ships.
RUINS OF THE SOVEREIGN'S CASTLE
Discover an ancient defensive bastion against pirates, with a wall of 17 loopholes and a 180-degree angle of fire. You will appreciate its history and the pa...
MÁMOA DE REIRA
Discover ancient megalithic tombs with dolmens, characteristic of the Neolithic and Bronze Age, located in front of beautiful and easily accessible beaches.
HARBOUR BRIDGE BRIDGE
Discover a charming 13th century medieval bridge, with four unique arches, connecting the banks of a majestic river.