What to do in Arzúa
Discover all the cultural and gastronomic activities you can do from the hotel, the Boimorto area, and Arzúa.
What to do in Arzúa
Discover all the cultural and gastronomic activities you can do from the hotel, the Boimorto area, and Arzúa.
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Arzúa and the Camino de Santiago.
Arzúa is one of the emblematic stops of the French Way, located just two stages away from Santiago de Compostela. Full of history, this town offers visitors its historical heritage and an incomparable natural setting.
Arzúa has always been linked to the Camino de Santiago, from which its numerous chapels surrounded by legends emerge. The Camino has brought a significant cultural boost to Arzúa, around which many religious buildings have been created.
In this town, the Northern Way joins the French Way. Both pilgrims who have followed either of the previous two routes, and those following the Primitive Way that connects with the French path in Melide, move forward together from Arzúa to the tomb of Apostle Santiago. From here, only 39 kilometers remain, divided into two stages, passing through O Pedrouzo, to reach the longed-for destination.

What to see in Arzúa and surroundings.
The town of Arzúa is located just nine kilometers from the Pazo.
There you can visit its two beautiful churches, Santa María and Santiago de Arzúa, the latter situated in the town square, where there is a wide variety of bars, restaurants, and pastry shops. Nearby is the Capela do Magdalena from the 14th century, which belonged to the Convent of the Augustinian Monks, now disappeared.
In Arzúa, several civil constructions stand out, such as pazos or bridges, including the Ponte de Ribadiso, a late Gothic-style bridge dated to the 15th century and considered the oldest in the municipality of Arzúa. A few kilometers away, you can visit one of Galicia’s most beautiful waterfalls, the Fervenza das Hortas.
Around Arzúa, there are many areas to walk in nature, including the Encoro or Portodemouros Reservoir, built in 1968 along with its hydroelectric power station. It is located on the Ulla River, between Arzúa and Vila de Cruces. Today, this area features a recreational area and a river beach, making it an ideal space for hiking, fishing, and practicing water sports.

Eating in Arzúa.
There is no Galician who doesn’t hear several times a year how well you eat in Galicia! That’s why Arzúa is a great opportunity to taste the delicacies of the Atlantic diet and leave no crumbs behind. Pilgrims who enjoy wine can savor a “cunca” of wine, while those with a sweet tooth can indulge in filloas or Santiago cake and enjoy typical flavors of the “da terra” products: Padrón peppers, tuna pie, “zamburiñas” or “liscos” pie, chorizo, octopus, or stew.
Arzúa also calls itself the “terra do queixo,” referencing the cheese made from cow’s milk under the Arzúa-Ulloa designation of origin, which has always been closely linked to the Camino de Santiago. Due to its location, it has served as a place of rest and supply for pilgrims.
You can visit the Cheese and Honey Information Center and numerous shops where you can purchase these products. There is another museum dedicated to honey, known as the “Museo Vivente do Mel o Enredo do Abelleiro,” where you can visit the hives from which this magnificent and sweet delicacy is harvested.

Your perfect accommodation in Arzúa.
A stay at Hotel Pazo de Bieite offers you a unique opportunity to discover Arzúa and unwind in the Galician countryside. Enjoy its history, culture, gastronomy, and stunning landscapes, no matter the time of year.
Don’t hesitate and book your stay with us today.