Pontevedra Cultural, Historical, Habitation, and Architectural Awards
The capital of the Rías Baixas, Pontevedra is part of the coastal region of Galicia boasting rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, jagged limestone cliffs, coral beaches, isolated coves, lush forests, tidal pools, island nature reserves, and diverse marine life.
In addition to the surrounding beauty, the Capital City has been recognized and acclaimed many times for its exemplary urban planning, quality of life and preservation of history and architecture.
It has won several international awards including the European Intermodes Award (2013), the United Nations Habitat Award (2014), the Excellence Prize (2015), Fesvial Road Safety Prize (2007), Galician Culture Prize (2008) and South Korean Smart Mobility Prize (2015).
Pontevedra Lifestyle Benefits:
- The city is renowned for its beautifully preserved historic centre, where architecturally diverse buildings, green parks, cultural squares, and historical monuments are within easy walking distance of one other.
- Two decades in the making, the car-free city center is now one of the most accessible, mobile and pedestrian-friendly areas in the world. It's often cited as one of the best cities to live in Europe and its urban model, which promotes a family-friendly lifestyle, is studied by communities around the world.
- Railway and bus services from Pontevedra centre allow easy access to Portugal, Spain's major cities, and the International airport in Santiago de Compostela (40 minutes).
- Colourful festivals, religious processions, and carnivals all year round offer a wonderful opportunity to immerse oneself in a rich cultural heritage.
- The developed frontline areas of the city boast marinas, safe swimming zones, watersports, and fishing quays. World-famous sailing, surfing, and watersports events are regularly held along the 36 kilometers of coastline running from the Ría de Pontevedra to the Ría de Arousa.
- Since 2004 it is the Province of Spain with the most Blue Flag beaches and the second most in Europe.
- Due to the mild oceanic climate, winter affords opportunities to bask in the mild afternoon sun while sitting at one of the cafes surrounding the Medieval squares and appreciating stunning views of colourful sunsets.
- The city boasts the most historic attractions in the province and offers a feast of architectural styles including Baroque, Neoclassical, Renaissance and Gothic. The Iglesia de Santo Domingo ruins date back to Medieval 13th-century.
- Being on the route of the Camino de Santiago, the area exudes the positivity gained through life-changing adventures.
Pontevedra offers an elegant and modern lifestyle immersed in an exciting culture, rich history, and scenic landscapes.
Engel & Völkers Pontevedra are active in the Rías Baixas including
Sanxenxo, Vilagarcía de Arousa, Cambados, Vilanova de Arousa, Meaño, Ribadumia, Illa de Arousa, Meis,
Poio, Combarro, Redondela, Soutomaior, O Grove, Marín, Bueu and Cangas.
Our unique and diverse portfolio of fine properties includes luxury villas, Galician-style country homes, historic mansions, modern apartments and penthouses, and premium frontline properties.
