Porto Sin (Porto do Son)

Porto Sin was once a small fishing village, but now boasts an internationally famous water sports club in addition to the old fishing boat harbour.

General information about Porto Sin

Porto Sin, although quite small, is one of Galicia's more famous sea side towns and it is considered quite exclusive. Originally one of the regions 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 still exists and, along with the adjacent town (of a similar name) Porto do Son, is popular with domestic Spanish holiday makers.

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 Porto Sin'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. Porto Sin 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.

Tip 3. Most of Porto Sin's visitors also spend time in neighbouring Porto do Son, a slightly bigger town which also gives its name to the area of coast within which Porto Sin lies. This stretch of coast is one of the most prolific for beaches, large and smal, busy and deserted.

Tip 4. The towns of Noia (on the coast) and Padron (inland) are a relatively short drive from Porto Sin and attract many holiday makers. The scenery in this area is also some of Galicia's best giving you the option to explore the coast or the mountains between spells on the beach.

Tip 5. The Castro de Barona (Celtic ruin) is a short drive from Porto Sin as is a local waterfall (although the forest fires of 2005 ravaged some of the woodland around this area). 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.

Getting to Porto Sin and its bay area

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

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