The Camino de Santiago opens up endless possibilities in terms of the way of feeling the experience. While there used to be a strong religious component, today thousands of pilgrims set out on the different routes to surpass themselves and discover all that it has to offer. Localities, monuments, history and landscapes that remain engraved in the memory forever.
Chantada is one of the most touristic towns in the province of Lugo thanks to its privileged location and its places of interest, such as its historic center. This makes up the central part of this town and has elements of great architectural and cultural value, something that can be seen from the first moment we cross its streets.
In addition to its historical value, Chantada and its historic center is part of the Ribera Sacra. This area is one of the most striking of all the interior of Galicia, as it merges the art of the grape harvest with the nature of this community. The rivers Miño and Sil are the protagonists of the place, creating unique landscapes.
If you are going to enjoy the Ribera Sacra or you are going to make the Jacobean route to Santiago through the Winter Way, you have to visit the historic center of Chantada. In addition to its various points of interest you can enjoy its rich gastronomic offer ranging from its exquisite dishes to its wide variety of wines. This town is also well known for its celebrations such as the patron saint festivities or the "fiesta de la empanada".