Belesar
A small village on the Miño River, where terraced vineyards on steep slopes run down to the water. Visitors can take boat trips and walk the Roman Road.
Belesar sits on the banks of the Miño River, facing Chantada across the water, and a bridge links the two sides. The stacked terraced vineyards on the steep valley slopes are among the classic images of the Ribeira Sacra. You can take a catamaran from the village pier on a cruise of about 2 hours along the Miño. Or you can hike the steep “Roman Road” up the hillside for a view over the river bend. Several nearby wineries accept tasting reservations, and during the harvest season, workers can often be seen moving grapes in monorail carts.
Opening hours
All day; cruises approx. April–October
Nearby sights
- Church of Santo Estevo de Ribas de Miño
- Miradoiro do Cabo do Mundo
- Monastery of Santo Estevo de Ribas de Sil
- Colegio de Nuestra Señora de la Antigua
- Monforte de Lemos Castle Hill
- Monastery of Santa Cristina de Ribas de Sil
- Portomarín
- Monastery of San Pedro de Rocas