O Grove, Exploring the Beauty of Spain’s Seafood Paradise
O Grove, Spain is typically spelled as Ogrobe as well. It is a municipality located in the Pontevedra province in Galicia. This coastal city near the Atlantic Ocean is joined to the mainland via an isthmus called O Vao. Like the many jewels in the country, O Grove thrives in tourism and boasts of the handful of hotels and campsites located within its vicinity.
Best Time to Visit
Being a coastal city, O Grove is known for its historical and mouthwatering Fiesta del Marisco, the much-awaited Seafood Festival. This annual celebration dates back to 1963 and is held every October in the city. It not only promotes O Grove’s primary economy but also racks up at least 200,000 visitors every year. Naturally, most of O Grove, Spain hotels are packed during this time of year, so better plan ahead of time. The weather is typically rainy but comfortably cool. If you’d rather enjoy the city without much crowd, book your trip in November when the tourist population subsides.
What to Do & Area Attractions
While in O Grove, never miss the chance to enjoy an adventure of a lifetime at the Isla de La Toja or what is locally known as Illa A Toxa. This manicured island boasts of its thermal springs, golf course, fancy vacation homes, and world-class hotels. You can also see the Capilla de las Conchas on the island which is a chapel with scallop shell walls. Complete your O Grove experience and stay at the Hotel Spa Norat O Grove, Eurostarts Isla De la toja, and Talaso Hotel Louxo La Toja.