It was built in 1911 according to a project by architect Francisco Javier Martínez Santiso. Neoclassical in style and made of granite, it features a frieze supported by four semi-columns—two on each side—with plain metopes. Above the two spouts appear the city’s coat of arms, flanked by two marine monsters acting as supporters.
Ethnographic Heritage
Map of Betanzos’ ethnographic heritage, featuring traditional trades, customs and popular culture
Picachá Fountain
Neoclassical fountain from 1911, designed by Francisco Javier Martínez Santiso, decorated with semicols, coats of arms and marine figures.
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.