O Barco de Valdeorras

Torre y Fortaleza de O Castro

The Tower and Fortress of O Castro are well known throughout the region of Valdeorras and has had the distinction of Bien de Interés Cultural (BIC) since 1994.

It is a medieval building dating from the fourteenth century, but the current construction differs from the original, as it suffered several destructions in the last period of the fifteenth century. It was rebuilt and refurbished years later and, in the 18th century, it began to be used as a prison. But once the lordships were suspended in the 19th century, it was abandoned and, little by little, its conservation worsened.

Years later the tower was recovered and, later, the reform of the complex was completed with an iron staircase of modern design with landings that function as a viewpoint.

Monasterio de Xagoaza

The church of San Miguel was built in the 12th century in Romanesque style, as we can see in the windows and the apse. Inside we find a Maltese Cross, which means that the temple was managed by the Order of St. Xoan of Jerusalem.

It was not until the 18th century when the monastery was built. At present this space is used as a winery and godello wines are produced.

INFORMATION OF INTEREST

We are not sure how to get to the monastery.

Telephone: 988 325 309

O Teixadal

O Teixadal is a magnificent natural area that has been declared one of the most important in Europe. Many of the sacred trees found here are more than 2,000 years old and some of these are located high in the Trevinca Mountains, at an altitude of more than 2,000 meters.

O Teixadal is a magnificent natural area that has been declared one of the most important in Europe.

Iglesia de San Mauro

The parish church of San Mauro stands in the main square of the town center of O Barco de Valdeorras. At first glance it presents elements of a late Gothic style that can be seen both in the cover and in the windows.

The facade of the building shows a clear sobriety, in which stands out notably the decoration of the portico entrance, arranged with elements of neoclassical style.

The facade of the building shows a clear sobriety, in which stands out notably the decoration of the portico entrance, arranged with elements of neoclassical style.

MASS HOURS

Winter Weekdays and eves at 19:00 Holidays at 09:30Summer Weekdays and vespers at 20:00 Holidays at 09:30

INFORMATION OF INTEREST

E-mail: rodrgueztoms@gmail.comTeléfono: 988 321 448

Espacios Naturales

Valdeorras has a very interesting landscape attraction due to the vineyards on the slopes and the groves of centenary chestnut trees, especially in autumn, when the forests are dyed in different shades of brown and orange.

Valdeorras has a very interesting landscape attraction due to the vineyards on the slopes and the groves of centenary chestnut trees, especially in autumn, when the forests are dyed in different shades of brown and orange.

Among its natural spaces highlights the Natural Park of the Sierra de la Encina de la Lastra, declared a Special Protection Area for Birds (SPA). It has an immense Mediterranean flora, calcareous formations and a great variety of birds.

We can not forget the Trevinca Massif, with peaks that reach over 200 meters high within which there is a beautiful grove, El Teixadal de Casaio, charming rivers such as Xares or Pastora, relaxing lagoons and many traces of ancient glaciations.