A group of five Mariñán-type granaries stands on the banks of the River Mendo, recalling the former complex of more than fifteen that once occupied this site, where maize crops were dried following the introduction of this cereal to Galicia in the 17th century. The chambers are made of wood with vertical slats. Three of them are painted green and the other two red. Access doors are located on one of the long sides. Today they rest on masonry piers, although in the original ensemble some stood on wooden posts while others were supported on masonry piers. The roofs are gabled, covered with traditional clay tiles, and have no decorative elements.
Ethnographic Heritage
Map of Betanzos’ ethnographic heritage, featuring traditional trades, customs and popular culture
A Galera Granaries
Group of five Mariñán-type granaries by the Mendo River, recalling the former maize-drying area since the 17th century.
Former Municipal Slaughterhouse
Former municipal slaughterhouse from the early 20th century, with distinctive architecture and iron and tile decoration.
Alfolí (Salt Storehouse)
Medieval building used for the storage and weighing of salt, a key product in Betanzos’ port trade.
Os Xudeus Street
Mariñán-style houses of Fonte de Unta, A Cañota and Rúa Quiroga
Traditional agricultural neighbourhood of Fonte de Unta, characterised by arcades and wooden balconies used as urban granaries.
A Acea and Roibeira Mills
Caraña Mills
Fonte da Cangrexeira
Fountain cited in documents from 1633, also known as the San Gregorio Fountain, linked to the port and the Magdalena district.
Picachá Fountain
Neoclassical fountain from 1911, designed by Francisco Javier Martínez Santiso, decorated with semicols, coats of arms and marine figures.
Fountain of the Angels
Historic fountain documented since 1613 and rebuilt in 1834, bearing the coats of arms of the city and Archdeacon Pedro de Ben.
Hórreo da Rúa Nova
This 18th-century urban granary is privately owned and recalls the ancient Orreum mentioned in Betanzos’ foundation charter of 1219.
A Galera Granaries
Group of five Mariñán-type granaries by the Mendo River, recalling the former maize-drying area since the 17th century.
Port of Betanzos
The medieval port of Betanzos has not been preserved, but quays and promenade areas remain.
Pelamios Route
Family-friendly route along the Pelamios River, just over 1.5 km long, easy and quiet, ideal for enjoying nature with children.