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The Costa da Morte extends across the northwest of Galicia, from Malpica to Cape Finisterre, the Roman 'end of the world'. Its name, 'Costa de la Muerte', evokes its history of numerous shipwrecks due to the strong currents, winds and rugged nature of its coastline. However, this harshness gives it an overwhelming beauty: vertiginous cliffs, virgin and wild beaches, iconic lighthouses that guide sailors and an untamed sea that shapes the landscape. It is a destination for lovers of nature, hiking, maritime history, authentic gastronomy and those seeking a deep and less conventional experience, away from the crowds.
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Flavors of Coast of Death
The gastronomy of the Costa da Morte is a feast for lovers of seafood and fresh fish, with products extracted from a rough sea that gives them a unique flavor.
Must-Try Dishes
Barnacles
The 'king' of seafood from the Costa da Morte, collected from the cliffs. Its flavor is intense and pure of the sea.
Mussels and Clams from the Rías
Fresh and tasty bivalves, grown in the rafts of the nearby estuaries, prepared steamed, marinated or in empanadas.
Rock Fish
Fish such as seabream, sea bass, conger eel (dried or fresh) or grouper, caught in the white waters and prepared grilled or Galician style.
Pulpo á Feira (Galician Octopus)
Cooked and chopped octopus, seasoned with olive oil, paprika and coarse salt, served on boiled potatoes. Fundamental.
Galician Empanada
The empanada is a classic, here often filled with tuna, scallops, octopus or cod.
Razors and Cockles
Seafood highly appreciated in the area, delicious grilled or steamed.
Typical Drinks
Albariño Wine (Rías Baixas)
Although the Costa da Morte is not a production area, Albariño from the nearby Rías Baixas is the perfect accompaniment to your seafood.
Ribeiro White Wine
Another Galician white wine, fresh and light, ideal to pair with seafood.
Coffee Liqueur / Pomace
Digestive liquors very popular in Galicia, the brown liquor is sweet and aromatic, the pomace (brandy) stronger.
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Culture
Rich seafaring culture, legends of shipwrecks, ancestral traditions and the mysticism of the end of the world. Little monumental heritage, but a lot of authenticity.
gastronomy
Exceptional, based on seafood and fresh fish of unsurpassed quality. Simple cuisine that enhances the product. Especially barnacles and rock shellfish.
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Barnacles
The 'king' of seafood from the Costa da Morte, collected from the cliffs. Its flavor is intense and pure of the sea.
Mussels and Clams from the Rías
Fresh and tasty bivalves, grown in the rafts of the nearby estuaries, prepared steamed, marinated or in empanadas.
Rock Fish
Fish such as seabream, sea bass, conger eel (dried or fresh) or grouper, caught in the white waters and prepared grilled or Galician style.
Albariño Wine (Rías Baixas)
Although the Costa da Morte is not a production area, Albariño from the nearby Rías Baixas is the perfect accompaniment to your seafood.
Santiago cake
Almond cake with the cross of Santiago, popular throughout Galicia.
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