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Muxía
One night or a half-day stop on the Camino del Norte: the Santuario da Virxe da Barca and the rocky coast are the draw, not the village itself.
Muxía is a small fishing village on Galicia's Costa da Morte, known for its dramatic coastline and the Santuario da Virxe da Barca. It is a stop on the Camino del Norte and a place to see the sea, eat seafood and rest. The village itself has few sights beyond the sanctuary and the beaches; most travellers come for the coastal walk or as a pilgrim stage.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Nov–Feb (cold, rain, fewer services)
- Airports
- SCQ · LCG · VGO
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 9Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Iberia ↗Plan meals on the Iberian clock: Spanish kitchens serve lunch from about 13:30–14:00 and dinner from 20:30–21:00; Portugal eats an hour or so earlier. Early evenings are for tapas or petiscos, not full meals.
- Iberia ↗Inland Spain and Portugal (Seville, Córdoba, Madrid, the Alentejo) pass 40 °C in heatwaves from late June to August: sightsee before 11:00 and after 18:00, and keep July–August for the coasts and the green north.
- Iberia ↗Andorra and Gibraltar have their own border and customs rules and are reached only through Spain (or France for Andorra); read their pages before adding them, especially if you hold a limited Schengen visa.
- Spain ↗Spain is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border, and further pre-travel authorisation rules are being introduced.
- Spain ↗High-speed trains have airport-style baggage screening at the station and boarding gates that close a few minutes before departure: arrive early.
- Spain ↗Carry your passport or ID: police may ask for it, and hotels must register every guest's document.
- Spain ↗The Alhambra in Granada and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona sell timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead in season; book on the official sites before you fix your dates.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Muxía091 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Muxía, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).Spain-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckEU and EEA plans roam at home prices; UK and other plans may charge — check before you land.Spain-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe across the mainland; it tastes of chlorine in some coastal areas.Spain-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% for good service; service is not usually added.Spain-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Spain-wide
- SafetyMuxía is safe.
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- RestroomsFew public toilets; use bars and cafés (buy a coffee).Spain-wide
- Emergency numbers091 police · 112 fire and ambulance · 062 Guardia Civil (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSmall shops close about 14:00–17:00 and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Small shops close about 2:00 PM–5:00 PM and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Spain-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckSCQ Santiago de Compostela Airport (Direct bus to Muxía, about 1.5 h (check)).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café con leche)€1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3)
- BeerBeer (caña)€2–3.50 (≈ US$3–5)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)5 km (3.1 mi) taxi3.1 mi (5 km) taxicheck€10–15 (≈ US$12–18)
- Metro or bus rideBus to Fisterracheck€3–5 (≈ US$4–6)
- Budget bedPilgrim albergue bed, a night, per person€12 (≈ US$14)
- Mid-range bedDouble room in a guesthouse, a night, per room€80 (≈ US$95)
- High-end bedDouble room in a guesthouse, a night, per room€120 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €40 (≈ US$50) · Mid €70 (≈ US$85) · High €120 (≈ US$140)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SCQ Santiago de Compostela Airport (Direct bus to Muxía, about 1.5 h (check)) · LCG A Coruña Airport (Frequent direct bus and train to Muxía, about 1.5 h (check)) · VGO Vigo Airport (Bus via Santiago, about 2.5 h (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Feb
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jul
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Oct
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)), coolest Jan (6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C) low), wettest Jan (16 rain days), driest Jul (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Muxía: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
16 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
14 rd
Mar
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
14 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
15 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
13 rd
Jun
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7 rd
Sep
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
14 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
15 rd
Dec
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
16 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable. For the Santuario da Virxe da Barca (1 km west of the centre) and the beaches, a 15-minute walk or a short taxi ride (check).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Fisterra
goDoor to door: About 40 min
Bus (Monbus, about 30 min) or taxi (about 20 min)
The lighthouse at the end of the world; a half-day trip.
Cee
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Bus (Monbus, about 20 min) or taxi
Larger town with supermarkets and a market.
Door to door: About 1.5 h
Direct bus (Monbus, about 1.5 h)
The cathedral and the old town; a full day.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Village centre
Close to the harbour, bars and the Santuario; most albergues and guesthouses are here.
Along the coast
A few rural houses with views; a 10–15 min walk to the centre.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €40–60 (≈ US$50–70) excl. bed
- Mid
- €60–100 (≈ US$70–120) excl. bed
- High
- €100 (≈ US$120)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Double room in a guesthouse1 × 1 night × €80 | €80 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €70 | €140 |
| Bus from A Coruña to Muxía, one way2 × €10 · check | €20 |
| Bus from Santiago to Muxía, one way2 × €12 · check | €24 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × €15 | €30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €29 |
| Trip total≈ €162 per person per day, bed included | €323≈ US$400 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights and long-distance buses excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café con leche) | €1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Pulpo (octopus) portion | €12–18 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Beer (caña) | €2–3.50 (≈ US$3–5) |
| 5 km taxicheck | €10–15 (≈ US$12–18) |
| Bus to Fisterracheck | €3–5 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Albergue bedcheck | €12–25 (≈ US$14–30) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The coast is rocky and waves can be strong: stay on marked paths near the Santuario.
- Services (restaurants, shops) are limited outside summer and on Sundays.
- Pilgrim albergues fill early in summer; book ahead or arrive before 16:00.Pilgrim albergues fill early in summer; book ahead or arrive before 4:00 PM.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 091
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
- Guardia Civil
- 062
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A este enderezo, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police091
- Fire and ambulance112
- Guardia Civil062
Embassy
The US has a consulate in A Coruña (check the address); most other countries: consulates in Santiago de Compostela or embassies in Madrid.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus A Coruña → Muxía: about €10 (≈ US$12), about 1.5 h (check)
- Bus Santiago → Muxía: about €12 (≈ US$14), about 1.5 h (check)
- Taxi Muxía → Fisterra: about €20–30 (≈ US$25–35), about 20 min (check)
Say or show
- Hola — Hello (ola)
- Grazas — Thank you (gra-thas)
- A conta, por favor — The bill, please (a kon-ta, por fa-vor)
- Onde está o Santuario? — Where is the Santuario? (on-de es-ta o san-twa-ryo)
- Canto custa? — How much is it? (kan-to kus-ta)
- Fala inglés? — Do you speak English? (fa-la in-gles)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Muxía. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Nov–Feb (cold, rain, fewer services) · month by month →
- 3 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for the Santuario da Virxe da Barca and the beaches with opening hours and tide info.
- Eat pages for the seafood restaurants with last orders.
- Pilgrim albergue pages with check-in times and capacity.
Sources
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