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Cape Ortegal

The most northern point of the Iberian Peninsula according to popular tradition. Cliffs over 600 meters plunging into an unforgiving sea. A place where the wind always has something to say.

Between Cedeira and Cariño30-45 min

Cabo Ortegal is one of the must-see places in northern Galicia. Its lighthouse, cliffs and rock formations rising from the sea create one of the most iconic views in the Ortegal area.

Best time of day

The best time to visit Cape Ortegal is at sunset, when the light hits the sea and brings out the shapes of the cliffs. It's also when the place feels most alive. If you'd rather have it quieter, mornings are usually a better choice. Bear in mind this is a very exposed area, with wind present throughout the day.

The essentials

Don't leave without stepping up to the viewpoint by the lighthouse and looking out at **Os Aguillóns**, the dramatic rock formations rising from the sea in front of the cape. They are one of the defining elements of this landscape. Take a moment to notice the shape of the relief and the rocks underfoot: you're standing on one of the most significant geological points of the **Cape Ortegal Geopark**, where some of the oldest rocks of the Iberian Peninsula come to the surface. If you have time, it's worth walking a few minutes along the nearby paths. As often happens in Ortegal, stepping just a little away from the main spot opens up views that are equally striking, and far quieter.

How to visit Cape Ortegal as part of a route?

For us, Cape Ortegal is a key stop on any route through the area. It works especially well as part of a coastal day or combined with nearby points.

**Costa Ártabra circular route** Ortigueira → Cape Ortegal → San Andrés de Teixido → Cedeira → return **Practical info:** Location: Cariño (A Coruña). Duration: Medium stop (45–75 min). Conditions: Exposed clifftop area, windy. Recommended: Lighthouse, Os Aguillóns viewpoint, short walks along the cliffs. Parking: Designated area near the lighthouse. **How to get there:** By car from Cariño along a winding mountain road with sweeping views. The road is paved and in good condition; the final stretch is narrow but accessible.

See Ortegal Icons Route – Costa Ártabra

If you're getting hungry…

There are several options you can find online, but we particularly like:

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If you're thinking of doing something special:

Rutas Cedeira
Rutas Cedeira

A one-hour boat route along the Cedeira estuary. An easy and enjoyable way to discover this stretch of coastline from the sea, including hidden beaches and key spots within the Geopark.

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Before you go

Come and live Ortegal with us

Granja Labrada is your base for exploring the area. Stay the night, add a horse-riding experience, or combine everything into a single plan.

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Unique experiences with horses

Add a horse-riding experience to your stay in Ortegal. Our trails start from the farm itself and are open to all levels and ages.

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Stay at Granja Labrada

A restored stone house in a tiny hamlet, surrounded by horses and nature. A quiet base from which to explore Ortegal calmly.

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Accommodation, horses, breakfast and the surroundings in a single rounded plan — designed to be enjoyed at a slow pace, or as we say here, «A Modiño».

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