O Rosal, Galicia
Provincia de Pontevedra · Galicia · Spain · 6,029 residents · on the coast
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Castro of Santa Trega
Royal Monastery of Santa María de Oia
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Playa CamposancosO Rosal is a seaside small town in Provincia de Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain, home to around 6,029 people. There are 6 notable places to see in and around town, including Minho River and Castro of Santa Trega. The nearest airport is Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), about 1 h 39 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Minho River, Castro of Santa Trega and Royal Monastery of Santa María de Oia.
- On the coast, with 2 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from July to August: daytime highs between 24°C and 26°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) is 70 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in O Rosal
Ranked by how well known they are.
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Tours & tickets in O Rosal
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around O Rosal can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in O Rosal
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July to August.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach O Rosal and the villages around it is a hire car from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), about 1 h 39 min away.
Best time to visit O Rosal
July to August: daytime highs between 24°C and 26°C with little rain.
- 14°CJan277 mm
- 16°CFeb135 mm
- 16°CMar274 mm
- 19°CApr111 mm
- 20°CMay133 mm
- 23°CJun75 mm
- 24°CJul33 mm
- 26°CAug25 mm
- 23°CSept139 mm
- 21°COct465 mm
- 18°CNov244 mm
- 15°CDec187 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 8°C | 277 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 8°C | 135 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 9°C | 274 mm | 7 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 11°C | 111 mm | 11 h |
| May | 20°C | 12°C | 133 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 23°C | 16°C | 75 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 24°C | 17°C | 33 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 26°C | 18°C | 25 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 23°C | 15°C | 139 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 21°C | 15°C | 465 mm | 6 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 12°C | 244 mm | 6 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 8°C | 187 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Santiago de Compostela (SCQ)70 miles, about 1 h 39 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- A Coruña (LCG)98 miles, about 2 h 18 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Vigo (VGO)23 miles, about 33 min by road
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 40 min without stops.
O Rosal is good for
Around O Rosal
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is O Rosal worth visiting?
Yes. O Rosal is known for Minho River, Castro of Santa Trega and Royal Monastery of Santa María de Oia, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit O Rosal?
July to August, with daytime highs between 24°C and 26°C with little rain.
How do I get to O Rosal from the UK?
Fly to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 39 min by road. A Coruña (LCG) is an alternative, 98 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 40 min.
Is O Rosal good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near O Rosal?
Vigo (21 miles), Pontevedra (36 miles), Baiona (13 miles) and Combarro (35 miles) are all within an hour or so.