Foz, Galicia
Provincia de Lugo · Galicia · Spain · 9,642 residents · on the coast
Foz is a seaside small town in Provincia de Lugo, Galicia, Spain, home to around 9,642 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Basilica of Saint Martin de Mondoñedo and As Catedrais beach. The nearest airport is Asturias (OVD), about 1 h 27 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Basilica of Saint Martin de Mondoñedo, As Catedrais beach and Ouro River.
- On the coast, with 6 named beaches nearby.
- Easy to reach: Asturias (OVD) is 61 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Foz
Ranked by how well known they are.
1cathedral
2beach
3protected area
4protected area
5archaeological site
6castle
7museumEspacio Caritel
2 miles from the centre · Photo
10beachQ25509216
4 miles from the centre · Photo
Llas
beach · 1 mile from the centre
Praia de Augasantas
beach · 5 miles from the centre
Q23995244
beach · 1 mile from the centre
Q23994212
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Foz
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Foz can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Foz
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for the warm months.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Foz and the villages around it is a hire car from Asturias (OVD), about 1 h 27 min away.
Best time to visit Foz
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Asturias (OVD)61 miles, about 1 h 27 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santiago de Compostela (SCQ)75 miles, about 1 h 46 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- A Coruña (LCG)59 miles, about 1 h 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 27 min without stops.
Foz is good for
Around Foz
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Foz worth visiting?
Yes. Foz is known for Basilica of Saint Martin de Mondoñedo, As Catedrais beach and Ouro River, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Foz from the UK?
Fly to Asturias (OVD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 27 min by road. Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) is an alternative, 75 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 27 min.
Is Foz good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Foz?
Ribadeo (11 miles), Tapia de Casariego (16 miles), Mondoñedo (14 miles) and Mondoñedo (11 miles) are all within an hour or so.