Ons Island

The Atlantic Islands offer incomparable landscapes and are home to important biodiversity, both on land and at sea. Explore the beaches, cliffs, lighthouses, and trails in this protected natural space that draws visitors from all over the world to the province of Pontnticra.

Ons Island boasts five beautiful pristine beaches. On the north side of the island are Melide Nude Beach, the largest beach on the island, and As Dornas. Area dos Cans beach, which is most popular with visitors, is home to the anthropomorphic mausoleum of A Laxe do Crego, a rock accessible at low tide. The other two beaches are Canexol and Pereiró beaches. Access license.

This mostly uninhabited island is a protected national park but can be visited by private boat or ferry. You can even camp overnight, rent a minimalist cabin, or stay in a single guesthouse. Ons Island in the Atlantic Ocean, just off the coast of Pontnticra in Galicia, in the Northwest corner of Spain. On the island, there are marked trails where you can walk, run, bike, and bird-watching. There are many virgin beaches where you will likely find yourself completely alone. The island has a restaurant and guesthouse located near the ferry terminal called Casa Acuna.

Location: Coast of Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain