We have traveled many times to one of our favorite corners of Galicia, Death Coast, but never before have we done it to immerse ourselves in an ornithological experience, spreading our wings to enjoy an exciting flight like a real bird of the area.
we got to Carnota (Carretera de Santiago de Compostela, detour to Santa Columba and AC-400) a small coastal town of about 4,000 inhabitants located in the southwest of the province of A Coruña and which belongs to the region of Muros.
In this town is our accommodation for a special and unique weekend in wild nature, the Carnota Nests . They are designer cabins devoted to enjoyment, surrounded by wild beaches, abundant birdlife and immersed in a forest at the foot of the Atlantic in one of the areas with the highest bird watching in Galicia, the Carnota lagoon.
What better than a cabin to reconnect with nature?
A total of seven nests, of which some have their private pool, make up this complex in which tribute is paid not only to the birds of the area but also to art, to nature and to desire to spread the wings very strong to embrace the origins of this land.
Behind the appearance of a design cabin, immersed in a forest, hides a luxury suite with views of Carnota beach, an intimate, cozy stay, with our own terrace, a solarium area, king size bed, a large circular bathtub and all the necessary equipment to live an unforgettable experience.
The creator of this work is Miguel Fernandez, adventurer, entrepreneur and young entrepreneur: “I decided to create the Nidos de Carnota in homage to my father and the birds of the area, so each of the cabins is dedicated to a bird from the environment and, therefore, its interior decoration is adjusted to the colors of the chosen bird. This project would have no meaning or reason to exist were it not for the birds that live and transit in this territory.”
The interior of the cabins is designer.
The warmth of home welcomes us, the smell of wet grass and the sound of the fireplace In addition to a large bed in the form of a nest covered by a duvet cover. He's waiting for us a fantastic bath of salts, oils and bubbles with exterior views to feel like a swaggering swan.
We are surrounded by an intimate and relaxing atmosphere that conquers us with the whisper of the wind and the fresh fragrance of nature while a starry sky floods us, we are sheltered by the light of the fire that turns our nest into a true home. And we only think one thing: let time stop!
After hearing the first songs of the birds and birds around us, we know that breakfast awaits us. We approach the cafeteria/nido with spectacular views of Carnota beach and nature. We put on the boots with traditional Galician products such as loaf bread, honey and jams from the area, freshly baked homemade cake.
Some cabins even have a private pool.
Now we turn to your ornithological interpretation center to discover in detail the birds of the area. Here Fernando Luis Pereira , environmental watchman in bird control and ornithologist explains everything to you, for those who know nothing and for those who they want to know everything about the richness of birds.
“We want to share the experience of the sighting and bird watching in a pleasant and Respectful with the environment. We combine the playful and tourist aspect with this exciting hobby, merging nature, landscapes, routes, visits, history, art, culture, traditions,” he tells us.
We perform a tour of the region and we stop at the ideal sighting points and observation of some birds such as the b ilurico bailon , the mobella or the muscat a delight for nature lovers!
TO DO
He awaits us aboard his speedboat David Trillo in his taximar “Robinson da Lobeira”, for feel the adventure and immerse ourselves in the most spectacular enclaves that surround the maritime sound of Corcubión.
We passed under the bridge Ezaro waterfall, also known as Fervenza do Ezaro in which, after a succession of waterfalls, the river Jallas flows into the sea.
Robinson da Lobeira can take you on many different routes; us, after sailing through the icy waters of the Atlantic, we approach to contemplate Cape Fisterra from the sea, we discover some mysterious caves of the estuary and we reach a treasure surrounded by salty waters, the Lobeira Islands.
They are two groups of islets separated from each other by a kilometer and a half. The group with the largest islands is called Lobeira Grande and the other is Lobeira Chica, and we disembarked on foot from its lighthouse. Without a doubt, aboard Robinson Lobeira is the best way to discover the best kept secrets of the area, while his captain tells us stories and legends of countless shipwrecks.
The Granary of Carnota.
There are many interesting plans to discover! We recommend you approach the Granary of Carnota, the most representative construction of the municipality, declared a National Monument and classified as the largest granary in Galicia, with a length of 34.76 meters.
Its majesty and elegance have to do with its size and age. The mastery with which it was made and which rests on twenty-two pairs of feet, it is due to D. Gregorio Quintela.
Those who are passionate about routes cannot miss the climb to the Mount Pindo. There are several signposted hiking trails to explore this legendary mountain, but the most recommended is the Route of A Moa , a circular route of just over 9 kilometers that begins at the back of the Pindo, in the village of O Fieiro, ascend the Pico de A Moa until you reach the hidden Cueva de Casa Xoana and Pico Peñafiel to finally return to the starting point.
Monte Pindo, Carnota.
Whatever route you choose, don't leave Carnota without paying your respects to the imposing Mount Pindo, as one of the many legends that surround this mountain says that whoever contemplates the Pindo for the first time has to walk it a distance to call good luck.
One step away is Carnota beach which, with its more than seven kilometers in length, is considered the longest beach in Galicia. Its state of conservation is exemplary, That is why the area of the marshes and dunes gives shelter to a great variety of migratory birds and endemic flora.
we take a walk around this infinite beach of fine sand that delights us with a wild beauty while the blue of the sky blends with orange and reddish tones that give us a bucolic sunset.
This beach, besides being one of the greatest points of ecological and landscape interest Galicia, is considered (by the German magazine Traum Strande) as one of the 100 best beaches in the world. It is a beach with its perfect crescent shape, a preserved space, preserved virgin and without any type of service and that is what makes it a special place.
Landscape from Ézaro of the mouth of the Xallas River.
Forming part of Carnota Beach we find the mouth of the river Vadebois , where a curious beach of about 300 meters in length is formed, known by the name of mouth of the river , the perfect place to enjoy a good bath.
Now we understand why this is one of the most photographed beaches in all of Galicia, since, when the tide goes out, the curious rock formations and, in the distance, we can contemplate magnificent views of Cabo Fisterra and the Corcubión estuary.
Seafood, octopus and other delicacies are the protagonists of the gastronomy of the area, we recommend the restaurants Xouba Y Morada da Moa for the quality of its product, its good service and popular menus from 12 euros.
Immerse yourself in the unique landscape of this area of A Costa da Morte while you follow the bird watching routes, you sleep in a nest or you see the charm of the sea have caused us to spread our wings on this escapade savoring that freedom that we missed, as we will also do with this environment, because You don't have to be Galician to feel homesick.
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