PortoSin and Porto do Son

Portosin was once a small fishing village, but it now boasts an internationally famous water sports club in addition to the old fishing boat harbour and a much newer marina.

General information about Portosin

Portosin, although quite small, is one of Galicia's more famous seaside towns and it has aquired quite an exclusive reputation over recent years.

Originally one of the region's many small fishing ports, it has been transformed into a haven for those with an interest (and often a suitable budget) to explore a passion for sailing and water based activities.

The original town does however still exists and, along with the overall conurabation of Porto do Son, is popular with domestic Spanish holiday makers and foreign visitors to the area.

What to see and do in the town of Porto Sin

Tip 1. The harbour area, which has a traditional dock as well as a new sports club, is Portosin's biggest tourist draw. The deep waters around the harbour allow the porting of large vessels and it sees many boats from many other ports in Europe and beyond.


Tip 2. Portosin has a long and popular beach with numerous dips and enclaves making it an ideal beach destination. Beware though, the sea is cold, even in the height of summer and the beach can get very busy in August. Parking can be a challenge if you do not arrive in good time.

Tip 3. Most of Portosin's visitors spend time in the surrounding conurbation of Porto do Son. This is an extended zone that gives its name to the area of coast within which Porto Sin lies. This extensive stretch of Galician coastline is one of the most prolific for beaches, both large and small, busy and semi-deserted.

Tip 4. The towns of Noia and Ribeira (on the coast) and Padron (inland) are relatively short drives from Portosin and all attract many holiday makers. A further feature is the scenery in the Porto do Son area which offers some of Galicia's most appealing views and which gives you the option to explore the coast or the mountains between spells on the beach.

Tip 5. The Castro de Barona (an ancient Celtic village ruin) is only a short drive, followed by a walk, from Porto Sin, as is a picturesque local waterfall in the surrounding hills.

The castro is on an outcrop of land that projects out into the sea and, although requiring a walk of about one mile, is worth the effort and exertion. There is a museum about the castro in Portosin.

Getting to Portosin and its bay area

The nearest airport is Santiago de Compostela and the drive will take just over one hour each way.

Portosin is a good coastal base from which to travel north to la Coruna and the rias altas (upper bays), or south to Pontevedra and ultimately Vigo. There are some hotels in this small town and the Porto do Son district is popular with holiday makers and has hotels and some rental properties.