Poio

It was here, in the Ría de Pontevedra, where oral tradition places the arrival of the Apostle Saint James in Hispania, disembarking in what is now the Historic Site of Combarro. In its narrow streets, every stone tells a story dating back to the 17th century, when sailors and farmers built their hórreos (traditional granaries) right by the sea, like stone sentinels against the tides. Venture into this labyrinth of granite and saltpeter. Discover the cruceiros (stone crosses) that guard ancient secrets and the fishermen's houses clinging to the rock. Follow the footsteps of the Benedictine monks to the imposing Monasterio de San Juan de Poio, a bastion of faith and knowledge that has withstood centuries of history, guarding codices and works of art. Its cloisters resonate with echoes of the past, and its walls hide forgotten passages waiting to be explored. Explore the trails that lead you to the Fervenza de O Pereiro, where wild nature reclaims its space. Investigate the legends whispered by the waters of the ría and unravel the mysteries that Poio holds for those willing to look beyond the obvious. Poio challenges you with cultural points of interest and challenges. Will you be able to decipher all its enigmas and conquer every corner of this place where time seems to have stood still?