There are many charming places in Galicia, such as the municipality of A Estrada. On the map, you will find this town in the province of Pontevedra, and it provides tourists with a complete experience in where they can discover the magic of the natural areas as well as the history of the region through its heritage.
It is located in the Tabeirós-Tierra de Montes region and reaches a height of 300 meters above sea level. Its territory is divided into 51 parishes, making it one of Spain's most rural hearts. It also has several routes worth exploring, and you can still see the ruins of ancient settlements that used A Estrada as a base of settlement.
If you want to know the weather in A Estrada so that you can plan your vacation, you should know that it is a rainy region with cold temperatures. July is the best month to visit if you want to enjoy a somewhat warmer climate, with an average temperature of 27ºC.
You can reach A Estrada by car, but you can also take a combined route by rail (the nearest station is over 13 kilometres away) and then a bus that will drop you off in the municipality. We also recommend that you book a rural house here because you can spend your vacation days relaxing and have an unforgettable Galician experience.
When it comes to the heritage of A Estrada, Pontevedra, various features are undeniably prominent. One of the most notable is the Torre de la Barreira, formerly one of the area's most important fortresses but is now in ruins. The Pazo de Oca, which reflects typical Galician pazos and also boasts magnificent gardens, is another of the emblems.
A tour through the town of A Estrada will allow you to observe the municipality's classic structures, as well as the A Estrada Council building and, of course, sample its delectable cuisine.
Local produce forms the foundation of the area's cuisine, influenced by the climate. Traditional recipes blend certain items, such as vegetables and legumes, to provide the best flavour. Another product not to be missed is salmon, which is the focus of one of A Estrada's major festivals, the Festa do Salmón (Salmon Festival), which takes place every third Sunday in May and features this fish prepared in a variety of ways.
Another major festival is held in June in honour of the parish's patron saint, San Paio, not to mention the Rapa das Bestas, designated as a Festival of International Tourist Interest in the parish of Sabucedo.
The economy of A Estrada is mostly centred on the agricultural sector, the driving force behind the development of employment (emprego in Galician) in the municipality, due to the rural nature of most of the localities.
If you plan on visiting A Estrada, we recommend driving through Santiago. It is just over 20 kilometres and takes less than half an hour. Welcome!
