Holiday in Rías Baixas

About Rías Baixas

The Rías Baixas, the "deep inlets" of Galicia, are fjord-like sea arms on the Atlantic coast that carry the sea deep into the land. Here, the best Albariño wine in Spain is grown, mussel farming produces Europe's finest mejillones, and the Cíes Islands are considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The four rías — Ría de Vigo, Ría de Pontevedra, Ría de Arousa, and Ría de Muros e Noia — form a coastal landscape of unique beauty. The Islas Cíes, a nature reserve off the Ría de Vigo, impress with powdery white sand, turquoise water, and a visitor limit that protects the paradise. Playa de Rodas has been named the most beautiful beach in the world by The Guardian. Only 2,200 visitors per day are allowed — early reservation is mandatory in summer. The islands are car-free and offer hiking trails through dunes and pine forests with sea views. The city of Pontevedra enchants with a completely pedestrian-friendly old town and a lively tapas scene, while Vigo, as the largest city in Galicia, offers the bustling fishing port and Ostra Street (Oyster Street) on Rua Pescadería, where freshly opened oysters can be enjoyed for just a few euros. The Albariño wine route leads through wineries between Cambados and O Grove, where the seafood festival takes place in October. The region is perfect for nature lovers, foodies, and anyone looking to discover the unknown Spain away from the Mediterranean coast.