20 Best Fishing Villages in Spain for this Summer

July 18, 2022

Last Updated Date: July 18, 2022

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Summer means going to the beach. Even though some people like the mountains better, the truth is that the Spanish coast is always where the most tourists are in the summer. From there, people with different tastes go looking for small, hidden coves, get up early to set up an umbrella in front of large stretches of sand, or are happy in small coastal towns where they can swim in the sea. and then try some of the local food or go for a walk to meet some of the locals.

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Because of this, here is a list of 10 best fishing villages in Spain you can visit during the summer. These places, which are spread out across Spain, are impressive because of their beautiful streets and seafaring spirit.

Cudillero (Asturias)

The best fishing villages in Spain and the crown jewel of the north. Outside of Asturias, there is no advertisement for the region that does not show a picture of Cudillero. This small oasis in the shape of an amphitheater is about 40 minutes from both Oviedo and Gijón. It has a beach, good food (with the best quality and local fish), a beautiful landscape, and historical enclaves. The best way to fully enjoy the experience is to get lost in its streets until you reach the Cimadevilla viewpoint, which is the perfect place to take a picture to remember the moment.

Pollenca (Majorca)

The sea and the mountains go together perfectly in Pollenca. Maybe that’s what makes this town on the island of Majorca so special, with its white houses and clear waters that sometimes look greenish blue. This makes it a great place for people who like to do sports, since they can do everything from scuba diving to hiking in the middle of nature. Fans of architecture can also go to the Plaza Mayor, where the large parish church is worth a visit to see the rose window, altarpiece, and paintings for yourself.

The Caños de Meca (Cadiz)

One of the most popular places for Spaniards to go on vacation is Cádiz. Los Caos de Meca, a town that used to be a model for “hippies” all over the country, is one of the many options. It has an endless number of beaches with light sand that are perfect for watching the sun go down and disappear behind the horizon line drawn by the sea. In terms of culture, the lighthouse’s cornice is beautiful. It was made with stones from a temple to Juno that was built by the Romans.

Ballasts (Asturias)

Another gem on the rough coast of Asturias. It was named Exemplary Town of Asturias in 2010 and is known for being where the TV show “Doctor Mateo” was filmed. There is even a route that lets you see where the show was filmed. Those who want to go to this town in the council of Colunga should be in good shape, since not everyone’s legs can handle the endless slopes. The port and many restaurants with views of the Bay of Biscay are in the lower area. Also, if you’re lucky, you might get to see fish being unloaded.

Mundaka (Vizcaya)

Some people call it a surfers’ paradise, but its roots are in fishing. Out of all its attractions, the hermitage of Santa Catalina stands out. It is a temple from the 16th century that has had to be rebuilt several times because the sea washed away its walls. From there, you can see all the beaches, which usually have a lot of surfboards on them.

Peniscola (Castellon)

Papa Luna is a must-see vacation spot because it has both beach resorts in its newest area and the feel of a town in its historic center, which can only be reached on foot because of its steep hills. The castle on all the postcards and souvenirs from the Castellón area is hard to see. As a curiosity, Pescola is known as the place where important TV shows like “Game of Thrones” and “El Chiringuito de Pepe” were filmed, as well as classic movies like “El Cid” by Charlton Heston and “Calabuch.”

Tabarca (Alicante)

Just knowing that Tabarca is the only island in the Valencian Community where people live gives you an idea of how different the people who took it over are. Pirates from the Barbary Coast used to live on its shores, which are only about 1,800 meters long and 400 meters wide, until Carlos III ordered the building of a town for the families of captured fishermen in the Tunisian city of Genoa. The best way to see the museum or try the traditional cauldron, which is the most popular dish on the island, is by boat. The trip takes an hour and costs 20 euros.

Comillas (Cantabria)

Comillas is a symbol of Cantabria because of the way it looks and one of the best fishing villages in Spain. The Palace of Sobrellano, the Panteón Chapel, and the Pontifical University are all great places to start thinking about Gaud’s masterpiece El Capricho. Its real name is Villa Quijano, and it shows how the Catalan artist was influenced by oriental art and Arab architecture. On top of that, Comillas has beautiful beaches where you can relax after a day of sightseeing.

O Porto do Barqueiro, A Coruña

Most of the time, Estaca de Bares is used to mark the border between the Atlantic and the Cantabrian Sea. On the east side of the cape, in an estuary, O Barqueiro looks like a small village, but it makes money off of its concello, Maón, which is the most northern in Spain. The name of the town comes from the small estuary where it is. The name came from the fact that people used to have to cross by boat.

Salmon live in its river, the Sor, during the right times of year. On their way north or south, seabirds also stop in the area around O Barqueiro. Beaches and hiking trails make any trip to the place more interesting. But the shape of the port and the houses around it is what makes this postcard stand out.

A Guarda, Pontevedra

A Guarda is one of the best fishing villages in Spain. It is right in the middle of the Portuguese border, with a view of the Atlantic Ocean and the mouth of the Mio River. In fact, you can still get from one side of the river to the other by taking a ferry. There is still a lot of fishing going on, and this can be seen in the buildings. Because of this, its fish and other seafood are very good. So, the fishing port and the promenade are the two most important things in the town.

When it comes to history, the town and council of Pontevedra are very interesting. The most important places of worship are the church of Santa Mara de la Asunción and the hermitage of Santa Trega. Next to it is the castro of Santa Trega, which was home to thousands of people at the turn of the century and is now a valuable archaeological site. A Guardia also has a number of museums, like the one that is part of the site and the sea museum. Lastly, it is part of the Portuguese Way to Santiago de la Costa, which is worth mentioning, and one of the best fishing villages in Spain in this season.