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Things to see in Catoira (Spain): 20 places and when to go
Catoira is a town in Spain, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Beaches (5), Hiking (5). The best known are Torres de Oeste, Pazo Baión and Lestrobe Towers. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 15 h 07 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 53. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Spain · 42.6767, -8.7249
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (6) · Beaches (5) · Hiking (5) · Nature (2) · Food and drink (1) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- MAD Madrid, 493 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Monte Xiabre, at 642 m.
What to see in Catoira
The places in and around Catoira, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Torres de OesteCultural property in Catoira, Spain6 m
- Pazo BaiónHistory · Food and drink13 km
- Lestrobe TowersCultural property in Dodro, Spain7.6 km
- Monte XiabreSummit5.4 km
- CompostelaBeach in Spain8.6 km
- CarragueirosBeach14 km
- Santuario da Virxe da EscravitudeTemples13 km
- Petroglyphs of Bouza AbadínPetroglyph in Dodro (Spain)3.9 km
- Centro Arqueolóxico do BarbanzaMuseum9.8 km
- Parque-Xardín Botánico e Carballeira de Caldas de ReisNature · History11 km
- Petróglifo da Pedra da CabraArchaeological site13 km
- Playa SartaxesBeach8.1 km
- Camiño A OrixeHiking13 km
- Camino Portugués variante espiritualHiking11 km
- Piscinas do Hotel AcuñaHot spring bath11 km
- Playa de CanelasBeach in Spain11 km
- VilarelloBeach in Spain3.6 km
- Ruta dos Miradoiros Lobeira - Faro das LúasHiking13 km
- Subida ao Monte da MurallaHiking6.7 km
- Via MarianaHiking7.6 km
When to go to Catoira
The best time to visit Catoira is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:12
- FebPossible10:19
- MarPossible11:39
- AprBest time13:10
- MayBest time14:26
- JunBest time15:07
- JulPossible14:50
- AugPossible13:45
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:48
- NovPossible9:31
- DecPossible8:53
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 07 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 53. In June, 20 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to Spain in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Catoira
The nearest main airport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD, Madrid), 493 km as the crow flies. How to get around Spain (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- San Cosme de Outeiro17 places21 km
- Campo Lameiro23 places22 km
- Santiago de Compostela52 places27 km
- Ribeira26 places33 km
- Corcubión23 places48 km
- Vigo133 places51 km
And all of Spain, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Catoira?
The best known: Torres de Oeste, Pazo Baión, Lestrobe Towers, Monte Xiabre, Compostela. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Catoira?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 15 h 07 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 53.
How do you get to Catoira?
The nearest main airport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), 493 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Catoira as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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