Casa Mestra – Activity Guide
1. Beach Days & Coastal Walks
• Playa de Carnota – Nearly 7 km of pristine sand, dunes, and tidal pools—ideal for sunbathing, jogging, or bird‑watching.
• Lira Beach & Boardwalk – A sheltered family beach steps from the house, featuring an accessible wooden path to the Vadebois estuary—perfect for sunrise strolls.
• Self‑Care Combo: Book an in‑house massage (€40), then wander back to the shore for salty air and complete relaxation.
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2. Hiking: Mountains Meet the Sea
• Monte Pindo (627 m) – A 6‑km round‑trip hike through cork oaks and granite formations to a 360‑degree Atlantic panorama.
• Camiño dos Faros – Follow the coastal lighthouse trail; the Lira → Ézaro section delivers dramatic cliffs and hidden coves in a single day’s trek.
(Pro tip: route maps are available at Casa Mestra’s reception.)
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3. Surfing & Kitesurfing
• Prime Spots
• Praia de Ancoradoiro – Reliable NW thermal winds for kites.
• Praia de Carnota & Nemiña – Long beach‑breaks for surfing; best swells in spring and autumn.
• Rentals & Lessons
• Abel Lago Watersports (Area Maior / Muros) – World‑champ‑run school offering surf, kite, and SUP gear with insurance included.
• Flat‑day Alternative: Rent a SUP and explore the Lariño lagoon.
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4. Restaurants – Seafood & More
# Restaurant Distance Specialties Notes
1 Mar da Morosa (Carnota) 5 min Goose barnacles, razor clams, daily catch on the grill Ocean vie
2 Riba da Cheda (Lariño) 8 min Farm‑to‑table tapas, Galician wines, small grill dishes Only six tables—reserve ahead!
3 Mar e Terra (Ézaro) 15 min Scallops, seafood rice (Arroz Caldoso) Pair with a visit to the Ézaro waterfall
4 Doña Teresa (Lira) 2 min Daily menu & tapas Easy walk from the house
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5. Sightseeing
• Santiago de Compostela – UNESCO‑listed old town, cathedral with the famous Botafumeiro, and the lively Abastos food market (65 km, ~1 hour by car or daily bus).
• Cabo Finisterre & Ézaro Waterfall – Watch the sun set at the “end of the world” lighthouse, then see mainland Europe’s only river waterfall that plunges straight into the sea (40 km, 45 min).
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6. Sundowner Secret
Just 2 minutes on foot behind Casa Mestra you’ll find Mirador Outeiro da Chispa—a lookout with golden views over the Atlantic and the Lariño lighthouse. Pack an Albariño, grab a blanket, and toast the day.
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7. Advanced Activities
• Boat & Dolphin Watching
Embark on a sunset cruise from Cape Fisterra with Cruceros Fisterra to spot wild dolphins against the dramatic “End of the World” coastline.
• Sea Kayaking to the Ézaro Waterfall
Paddle directly into the only river waterfall in Europe that plunges into the Atlantic on a guided kayak tour from O Ézaro.
• Sailing in the Ría de Muros-Noia
Join a half-day sailing charter to explore oyster parks, hidden coves, and traditional fishing villages along the Ría de Muros-Noia.
• Canyoning & Coasteering
Rappel down the Tines or Bruño gorges with Atlantis Aventura—jump into crystal-clear pools, scramble granite walls, and discover secluded sea inlets by cliff.
• Tandem Paragliding
Soar above Galicia’s rugged coastline on a tandem flight from Santa María de Oia, with video-recorded panoramas of ocean and mountains.
• Granite Bouldering & Climbing on Monte Pindo
Tackle multi-pitch routes and boulder problems on the “Celtic Olympus” massif, with sea-sprayed granite blocs offering endless challenges.
• Beach Horseback Riding
Follow guided equestrian trails from Carnota through dunes and pine forests, finishing with a gallop along Lira Beach at sunset.
• Birdwatching in the Carnota Lagoon
Scan reedbeds and tidal flats for herons, waders, and migrating shorebirds in the Louro–Carnota wetland complex.
• Muros Weekly Market
Shop local cheeses, produce, and freshly landed seafood at Muros’s outdoor market on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.
• Castro de Baroña & Dolmen de Dombate
Half-day excursions to visit a cliff-top Iron Age hillfort at Baroña and the “Neolithic cathedral” dolmen with its modern interpretation centre.
• Thermal Baths at Caldas de Reis
Unwind in the historic Balneario Dávila spa—19th-century architecture housing 42 °C–48 °C mineral springs and full wellness facilities.
• Albariño Wine Tours in Rías Baixas
Spend a day or more touring family-run wineries in the Salnés, O Rosal, and Condado do Tea sub-regions, with tastings perfectly paired to local seafood.
• Galician Seafood Cooking Classes
Learn to cook pulpo a la gallega, empanada, and seafood rice in hands-on workshops, often beginning with a local market visit.
• E-Bike & Gravel Routes
Cycle the Camiño dos Faros or forest tracks on a rented e-bike from eBike Compostela—perfect for self-guided exploration without the sweat.
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Quick Facts
• Best time to visit: May–October for beach and water sports; autumn for empty line‑ups and mellow pilgrim vibes in Santiago.
• Gear check: 4/3 mm wetsuit (Atlantic water 14–18 °C), wind‑breaker for Cabo, sun protection year‑round.
• Car‑free options: Massage → coastal walk → sundowner—all without getting behind the wheel.
Enjoy exploring, surfing, feasting, and re‑charging—Casa Mestra is your perfect base on the wild Costa da Morte
