Sarria, Galicia
Provincia de Lugo · Galicia · Spain · 13,508 residents
Sarria is a small town in Provincia de Lugo, Galicia, Spain, home to around 13,508 people. There is one notable place to see in and around town, including Fortaleza de Sarria. The nearest airport is Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), about 1 h 13 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Fortaleza de Sarria.
- Easy to reach: Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) is 52 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Sarria
Ranked by how well known they are.
1castle
Tours & tickets in Sarria
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Sarria can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Sarria are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Sarria and the villages around it is a hire car from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), about 1 h 13 min away.
Best time to visit Sarria
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Santiago de Compostela (SCQ)52 miles, about 1 h 13 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- A Coruña (LCG)60 miles, about 1 h 26 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Asturias (OVD)88 miles, about 2 h 5 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 35 min without stops.
Sarria is good for
Around Sarria
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Sarria worth visiting?
Yes. Sarria is known for Fortaleza de Sarria. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Sarria from the UK?
Fly to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 13 min by road. A Coruña (LCG) is an alternative, 60 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 35 min.
What is near Sarria?
Lugo (17 miles), Castro (9 miles), Monforte de Lemos (19 miles) and Castro Caldelas (28 miles) are all within an hour or so.