Lugo with History
PLAZA DO CAMPO AND THE MIÑO NEIGHBOURHOOD
A triangular square featuring Baroque architecture, a central fountain and medieval streets. Ideal for exploring local history and culture.
The Praza do Campo is a small triangular square in the heart of the old town, very close to the Cathedral. In the Late Middle Ages, it became the city’s commercial centre, and it has retained its character very well, although its buildings have been renovated over the years. Its current appearance is, therefore, the result of the original medieval layout, strongly influenced by the Baroque style that dominates the houses, which were built mainly by wealthy merchants in the second half of the 18th century. In the centre stands a fountain dominated by a statue of Saint Vincent Ferrer, completed in 1754 at the expense of Bishop Izquierdo, whose coat of arms is carved into the plinth.
The Baroque houses in the Plaza del Campo rest their ornate granite façades on sturdy arches that form inviting arcades. One of these houses serves as the Lugo City Council’s Tourist Information and Interpretation Centre for the City Walls.
Several of the city’s most interesting streets converge at the Praza do Campo. One of these is Rúa do Miño, which forms the backbone of the neighbourhood of the same name, characterised by its medieval layout and a predominance of Baroque architecture. Another, the long and almost straight Rúa Nueva, also of medieval origin, was the city’s most densely populated street until the city began to expand beyond the city walls.
Acequia del Rey Chiquito
A medieval canal of natural beauty and cultural significance, ideal for strolling and enjoying the countryside, and a testament to historical hydraulic engin...
Altar of Adai
A prehistoric megalithic monument set amidst natural surroundings, ideal for lovers of history and archaeology, offering a unique and picturesque experience.
BIC Santa Eulalia de Bóveda
A unique monumental complex featuring ancient murals and a central pool, ideal for admiring late Roman architecture and granite reliefs.
Birthplace of Luis Pimentel
A cultural venue celebrating Galician poetry, featuring events and exhibitions, offering an insight into the poet’s historical and literary world.
San Román Castle and San Antón Tower
A medieval fortification with panoramic views and a rich history, bearing witness to its military and architectural past, ideal for culture lovers.
Lugo Cathedral
A historic church that combines various architectural styles and features a unique display of the Blessed Sacrament, making it a key destination for pilgrims...
San Froilán Cemetery
It is notable for its funerary architecture, sculptures and mausoleums of illustrious figures, set amongst greenery that fosters a sense of tranquillity and ...
San Roque Archaeological Centre
Well-preserved Roman baths and sophisticated ancient engineering are the main attractions, with exhibitions that enrich the historical experience.
Old Prison Cultural Centre
A unique cultural venue that blends the historic architecture of a former prison with modern facilities for exhibitions and creative events.
Dolmen of Adai
A prehistoric megalithic monument comprising large stone slabs, it is of archaeological and scenic interest, offering a link to ancient civilisations.
The barn at Santalla de Bóveda
An enigmatic Roman monument with unique architecture, frescoes depicting animals and geometric patterns, and an air of mystery that attracts tourists and sch...
Church of San Andrés de Castro
A Romanesque church with a single nave and a semicircular apse, surrounded by nature, ideal for enjoying historical art and the tranquillity of the surroundi...
Church of San Vicente de Coeo
A Romanesque church set in picturesque countryside, with stone walls and carved capitals, offering a sense of peace and a connection to local history and tra...
Church of Santalla de Cuíña
A Romanesque church with a stone structure and simple details, set amongst green hills – the perfect place to reconnect with the past and enjoy the tranquill...
Church of St James the Apostle in Castelo
It is notable for its Romanesque style, sculpted capitals and ancient frescoes, and stands as a testament to the region’s historical and cultural heritage.
Church of Santiago de Piúgos
A rural Romanesque church with a semicircular apse and a decorated portal, it features medieval details that reflect the region’s historical and cultural her...
Church of Santiago, A Nova
Situated on a traditional street, it stands out for its 20th-century neoclassical façade, the result of urban redevelopment. Ideal for history lovers.
Lugo Interactive History Museum
A cultural centre featuring interactive exhibitions and cutting-edge technology that allows visitors to explore different historical periods, with a particul...
Molinos de Mera
Old watermills, lush forests and footpaths make this place an ideal destination for lovers of nature and rural history.
Orbán’s palace
A Baroque palace featuring a coat of arms displaying the crests of noble families, completed in 1769, and the perfect place to admire historic architecture a...
False door
A secondary entrance to the Roman walls, offering a unique perspective on the historical and architectural heritage – ideal for exploring off the beaten track.
Miñá Gate
An exhibition on Roman Lugo, housed in a former abattoir, offers a journey through history with photographs, maps and archaeological artefacts along the Way ...
New door
A gate of Roman origin, rebuilt in 1900, it is notable for its historic architecture and its connection to the ancient Via XX. Ideal for history lovers.
Station entrance
Designed by Luciano Travadelo, this historic gateway enhances the link between the town centre and the station, whilst serving as an architectural attraction...
St Peter’s Gate
An ancient Roman gate with a medieval history, rebuilt in 1781, which offers tourists a glimpse into the area’s history and culture.
Santiago Gate
A historic gate of Roman origin, renovated in 1759, it is notable for its coat of arms and the image of St James, and forms part of the Primitive Way.
Bishop Aguirre’s Gate
This historic entrance, designed by Nemesio Cobreros, leads to the seminary and an old cemetery, offering a unique architectural and cultural experience.
Bishop Odoario’s Door
This historic gateway, designed by Ramiro Sainz, provides a unique link to the Hospital de Santa María and forms part of a National Monument.
Chanca Viaduct
A railway structure featuring elegant arches, it offers panoramic views and blends into the natural landscape, attracting tourists with its grandeur.
Roman Wall of Lugo
An impressive Roman fortress with a perimeter of over 2 km, crowned by semi-circular towers. A World Heritage Site, it offers unique views.
House of Mosaics
A Roman residence featuring geometric and figurative mosaics, a radial heating system and porticoed courtyards, ideal for admiring the rich ancient ornamenta...
House of Mithras
A unique archaeological site featuring the remains of a Roman house and a temple dedicated to Mithras, with murals and the architecture of the ancient Lucus ...
Roman swimming pool
A Roman archaeological site with a well-preserved structure, showcasing engineering techniques and social life, and reflecting its history and advanced archi...
Roman bridge
A historic bridge with Roman foundations, forming part of the Primitive Way to Santiago, offers a picturesque route from the city walls to the River Miño.
El Muro Interpretation Centre
It offers a journey through time using advanced audiovisual technology in a Baroque house, situated at the heart of Roman history.
Church of San Froilán
A Baroque church with a barrel vault and a central dome, it is notable for its façade featuring a coat of arms and a statue of Saint Raphael, flanked by eleg...
Provincial Museum of Lugo
An archaeological museum featuring pre-Roman art, a Romanesque cloister and the remains of a Franciscan convent. Ideal for lovers of history and art.
Roman baths
These Roman ruins, which are open to the public, are notable for their apodycterium, vaults and urns set into the walls, offering a unique historical experie...
Bishop’s Palace
A Baroque building with elements of a Gothic palace; its balcony and coats of arms are particularly striking. It is situated opposite a cathedral in a pictur...
PLAZA DO CAMPO AND THE MIÑO NEIGHBOURHOOD
A triangular square featuring Baroque architecture, a central fountain and medieval streets. Ideal for exploring local history and culture.
Church of St Peter
A gem of the Mendicant Gothic style, with a Latin cross plan, polychrome stained-glass windows and polygonal apses. Listed as a Historic-Artistic Monument si...
Church of Santo Domingo
A Gothic church with a Latin cross plan, polygonal apses and ribbed vaults. Its dome and the south façade, with its Baroque decoration, are particularly note...
Provincial Council Building
A historic two-storey building with a symmetrical façade in the classical style and a back garden featuring magnolias, situated next to the Roman wall.