Get to know San Andrés de Teixido
The area
It is said that the one who was not alive is dead, so it is an obligatory stop, at least once in life.
According to legend, St. Andrew was sad because his temple was lonely in comparison with the cathedral of Santiago Apostle, so he was promised that if all mortals did not come to the temple alive, they would do so after his death in the form of an insect or reincarnated animal.
Today it is the second most visited pilgrimage center in Galicia.
Garita da Herbeira Viewpoint
The Garita de Herbeira viewpoint has spectacular views of the coastal cliffs and the sea. These cliffs are the highest above sea level in continental Europe, with 613 meters high.
At the viewpoint, in addition to the spectacular views, there will be wild horses and cows that will compose a spectacular picture and a sentry box that was restored in 2003, formerly used for the surveillance of the coast.
Teixidelo black sand beach
Its difficult access makes the route to it difficult, so it is advisable to go with experts, ask us if you want to visit this hidden paradise!
Church of San Andrés de Teixido
The Church of San Andrés de Teixido is a temple with an incredible scenic beauty located in the center of San Andrés, surrounded by buildings and its many souvenir stores overlooking the cliffs.
You can visit, in addition to the sanctuary, the outdoor chapel where the offering is taken to cure the evils, the fountain of the three spouts, located just below the church, where, according to tradition, you must make a wish, drink water from the three spouts and throw a piece of bread into the pond.
