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Harbor · Fisterra, Galicia
Porto de Fisterra
Fisterra's fishing port, with fishermen's houses, colorful boats and the lonxa, where fish from the Costa da Morte is auctioned, and fish and seafood restaurants around it.
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About Porto de Fisterra
The port of Fisterra is the village centre and one of the most active fishing ports on the Costa da Morte. The colorful boats dock in front of the fishermen's stone houses that climb the slope, and the waterfront has benches and sidewalks to watch the activity.
At the lonxa, the port's fish market, the catch brought in from the sea is sold at auction. At certain times, the lonxa allows visitors to follow the auction from a gallery without disturbing the work; check before you go if and when this is possible.
The region's catch includes octopus, percebes (goose barnacles) collected from the coastal rocks, shellfish, fish such as sole and sea bass, and fish broth. The port restaurants serve what comes in on the boats.
From the port you can see the bay of Fisterra and, in the background, Langosteira beach, a long sandy beach where pilgrims arriving on foot from Santiago come ashore.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 30 minutes to 1 hour, plus time for a meal.
Best time
In the morning to see the boats and the lonxa, or in the evening for dinner.
How to get there
It's in the centre of Fisterra, a few minutes' walk from anywhere in the village.
Tip
Try percebes if they're in season: they are harvested on the coastal rocks of the Costa da Morte and served simply boiled.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Porto de Fisterra
What is the lonxa of Fisterra?
The port's fish market, where the catch is sold at auction.
What to eat in Fisterra?
Fish and seafood from the Costa da Morte, such as octopus, percebes and fish broth.
From where can you see Langosteira beach?
From the port and the bay of Fisterra. It is along that beach that many pilgrims reach the village.