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Ribeira Sacra & Lugo: 2-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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2
days
110 km
distance
3.4 h
driving
12
curated stops

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Day 1 Ourense & the Sil Canyon → Sarria

4 curated stops
Transit
2h12
Finish
~16:55
Temperature
10.7°C–24.5°C
Rainy days
~5
Daylight
12.3h
09:00
Sil Canyon (Ribeira Sacra viewpoints) read more map ↗
Enjoy breathtaking views of the rugged canyon walls and the serene Sil River winding through the landscape.
50 min · Ourense & the Sil Canyon
11:05
Cathedral of San Martin catedralourense.com read more map ↗
Admire Gothic arches and intricate altarpieces glowing in dim light.
50 min · Ourense & the Sil Canyon · Adult €8, child €7
open: M-Sa 10:00-19:00
12:05
Ponte Vella read more map ↗
Walk across ancient Roman stones and enjoy riverside views from this historic bridge.
50 min · Ourense & the Sil Canyon
13:30
Taste exquisite Michelin-starred cuisine crafted with meticulous attention.
60 min · Ourense & the Sil Canyon
open: Tu W Su 13:30-15:30, Th-Sa 13:30-15:30, 21:00-22:30
16:05
Igrexa de San Salvador de Sarria search
Visit the sturdy stone walls and quiet atmosphere of this 13th-century church.
50 min · Sarria
Overnight: Sarria
e.g. Albergue Monasterio de La Magdalena · Albergue Municipal

Day 2 Lugo

6 curated stops
Transit
1h10
Finish
~16:30
Temperature
10.7°C–24.5°C
Rainy days
~5
Daylight
12.3h
09:35
Admire intricate Romanesque architecture and historic chapels in this grand cathedral.
50 min · Lugo · Adult €8
open: M-Sa 09:30-18:30
10:35
Casa do Concello search map ↗
Behold the Baroque façade and historic clock tower of the elegant city hall.
50 min · Lugo
11:35
Stroll through galleries of Galician art housed in a former monastery with a church.
50 min · Lugo · Free
open: Tu-Sa 10:00-13:30,16:00-20:30, Su 10:00-15:00
12:35
Sala Porta Miñá read more map ↗
Discover insights into Roman Lugo in this compact, engaging museum.
50 min · Lugo · Free
open: Tu-Su 10:00-14:00, 16:30-19:30
13:35
Rosalía de Castro Park search map ↗
Stroll through lush greenery in this tranquil park just outside the city walls.
50 min · Lugo
14:40
Roman Bridge read more
Walk across a historic bridge with ancient roots, now a peaceful pedestrian pathway.
50 min · Lugo
15:30
Fonte do Rei 2 search map ↗
Indulge in traditional tapas and seafood in a cozy, inviting setting.
60 min · Lugo
open: Tu-Su 10:00-00:00

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