Gondomar Holidays: Galicia Inland Base near Vigo and Baiona
Provincia de Pontevedra · Galicia · Spain · 13,841 residents
Gondomar is a small inland town of around 13,800 people in the Provincia de Pontevedra, in the far south-west of Galicia. It sits low, at about 52 metres above sea level, with the coastal town of Baiona just 5 miles away and the city of Vigo 9 miles off. That makes it a quiet base rather than a resort in its own right: you sleep somewhere calm and drive a short way to the Rías Baixas shoreline. An archaeological site lies about 4 miles from the centre, and Vigo airport is only a quarter of an hour by road. Summers are mild, with August highs near 25°C, while autumn and winter bring the heavy Atlantic rain that keeps this corner of Spain green.
Why go
- Baiona and its coastline are only 5 miles away, ideal for easy beach days from a quieter base.
- July and August bring highs of 24 to 25°C and very little rain, without southern Spanish heat.
- Santiago de Compostela airport, with direct flights from the UK, is about 80 minutes' drive away.
Top sights in Gondomar
Sights and Activities Around Gondomar
The most notable point of interest close to Gondomar is an archaeological site roughly 4 miles (6 km) from the town, a worthwhile half-day for anyone drawn to the region's past. Beyond that, Gondomar itself is a small, residential place, and much of what you will do here involves heading out to the nearby coast and towns.
Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly on this page, where you will find the current options listed as booking cards.
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Tours & tickets in Gondomar
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Gondomar can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Gondomar
Choosing Where to Base Yourself
Gondomar is an inland town of under 14,000 residents, so expect a quiet, low-key stay rather than nightlife or a seafront promenade. It suits travellers who want a peaceful base with the coast and a city within easy reach.
If you would rather wake up by the sea, Baiona is 5 miles away on the coast, and if you prefer a livelier, urban feel, Vigo, with nearly 294,000 people, is 9 miles off. This page shows live hotel prices so you can compare options in and around Gondomar.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Gondomar and the villages around it is a hire car from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), about 1 h 21 min away.
Best time to visit Gondomar
Best Time to Visit Gondomar
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- 15°CFeb143 mm
- 15°CMar279 mm
- 19°CApr115 mm
- 19°CMay127 mm
- 22°CJun64 mm
- 24°CJul30 mm
- 25°CAug19 mm
- 22°CSept142 mm
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
July and August are the most pleasant months. July averages highs of 24°C with around seven rainy days, and August is the warmest and driest month of the year, reaching about 25°C with only three rainy days and 19 mm of rain. June is also mild at 22°C, though wetter.
This is a genuinely wet part of Spain outside summer. October is by far the rainiest month, with around 421 mm of rain falling over roughly 20 days, and March is also very wet with 19 rainy days. Winters are mild rather than cold, with highs of 14 to 15°C and lows around 8°C from December to February.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 8°C | 232 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 8°C | 143 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 15°C | 9°C | 279 mm | 8 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 11°C | 115 mm | 11 h |
| May | 19°C | 12°C | 127 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 22°C | 16°C | 64 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 24°C | 16°C | 30 mm | 12 h |
| Aug | 25°C | 17°C | 19 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 22°C | 15°C | 142 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 21°C | 15°C | 421 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 12°C | 222 mm | 6 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 8°C | 158 mm | 6 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Getting to Gondomar from the UK
The closest airport is Vigo, just 11 miles (17 km) away and about 15 minutes by car, although it does not have direct flights from the UK. For direct services, Santiago de Compostela is the main option: it lies 57 miles (91 km) away, roughly 1 hour 20 minutes' drive. A Coruña also has direct flights from the UK and is 85 miles (136 km) away, about two hours by road.
If you prefer to bring your own car, the drive from Calais takes around 18 hours 20 minutes of driving time, so plan for at least one overnight stop. Car hire from any of the airports makes sense, as the coast and nearby towns are best reached by road.
By air
- Santiago de Compostela (SCQ)57 miles, about 1 h 21 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- A Coruña (LCG)85 miles, about 2 h by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Vigo (VGO)11 miles, about 15 min by road
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 22 min without stops.
Gondomar is good for
Around Gondomar
Day Trips from Gondomar
Baiona, 5 miles away, is the obvious first outing for the coast, while Vigo, 9 miles off, offers the energy of Galicia's largest city in this area. Across the water, Moaña is about 12 miles away, and the small town of O Rosal lies roughly 13 miles to the south.
Redondela is around 14 miles away and Bueu about 15 miles. For a longer day on the Rías Baixas, Sanxenxo and neighbouring Portonovo are both about 20 miles from Gondomar.
Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
Gondomar is not on the coast, so pack the car for beach days rather than expecting to stroll to the sand; Baiona is the nearest coastal town at 5 miles. A hire car is close to essential for getting around.
Pack a waterproof whatever the season outside high summer. Even September averages ten rainy days, and October can be very wet indeed. As a town of fewer than 14,000 people, Gondomar is calm, so save big-city dining and evenings out for Vigo.
Questions people ask
Which airport is closest to Gondomar?
Vigo airport is the closest, about 11 miles away and roughly 15 minutes by car. It does not have direct flights from the UK, so most British travellers fly into Santiago de Compostela, around 57 miles and 1 hour 20 minutes' drive away.
Can I fly direct from the UK to near Gondomar?
Yes. Santiago de Compostela and A Coruña both have direct flights from the UK. Santiago is the closer of the two, about 80 minutes' drive from Gondomar, while A Coruña is around two hours away by road.
Is Gondomar near the beach?
Gondomar is an inland town, but the coast is close. Baiona is 5 miles away, and Sanxenxo and Portonovo, about 20 miles away, give further options along the Rías Baixas shoreline.
What is the weather like in Gondomar in summer?
Summer is mild and fairly dry. July averages highs of 24°C with about seven rainy days, and August reaches around 25°C with only three rainy days, making these the most pleasant months to visit.
When is the rainiest time in Gondomar?
October is the wettest month, with around 421 mm of rain over roughly 20 days. March is also very wet, with about 19 rainy days, and November and January bring plenty of rain too, so summer is the safest bet for dry weather.
How long does it take to drive to Gondomar from Calais?
The drive from Calais takes around 18 hours 20 minutes behind the wheel, so it is best split over two days with an overnight stop. There are no ferry ports listed nearby, so the crossing is via Calais.