Overview
Pontevedra is a provincial capital in Galicia with 83,000 residents, offering a slower pace than Spain's major cities. Its old town features a fine collection of 16th-18th century churches, and the city sits on the Portuguese branch of the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.
Architecture · Culture · History · Museums
Before you go
Emergency
Emergency number in Spain is 112. Local police: 091 for police, 061 for ambulance.
Language
Galician is the official language, closely related to Portuguese. Spanish is universally understood. English is spoken in tourist-facing businesses.
Money
Spain uses the Euro (EUR). ATMs are widely available. Credit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops.
Transport
The old town is walkable. Taxis available at stations and along Alameda. Bus and train connections to Vigo, Santiago, and other Galician cities.