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Mazaricos

Galicia

3,721Population
188.30 km²Area
31 mElevation
15256Postal code

Mazaricos is a municipality located in the province of A Coruña, Galicia, characterized by its rich natural heritage and agricultural economy. The capital is A Picota, situated within the parish of Mazaricos.

02Geography

Mazaricos is strategically positioned near the coast, surrounded by several municipalities including Santa Comba, Negreira, and Muros. It is approximately 10 minutes from the ría de Muros and Noya, as well as the extensive Carnota beach, which stretches over 7 kilometers.

Distance to coast
10 minutes
Nearby municipalities
Santa Comba, Negreira, Outes, Muros, Carnota, Dumbría, Vimianzo, Zas

03Economy and Demographics

The economy of Mazaricos is primarily based on agriculture and livestock, with the region being a leader in milk production in Galicia. The municipality is also traversed by the Camino de Santiago, a significant pilgrimage route leading to Finisterre.

Main economic activities
Agriculture, livestock
Mazaricos is a municipality in A Coruña, Galicia, known for its natural beauty and agricultural traditions.

04Cultural Heritage and Festivals

Mazaricos boasts a variety of natural and historical landmarks, including Monte Pindo, the Jallas River, and several ancient structures. The municipality hosts notable festivals such as the Festa do bolo do pote and A Romaxe, celebrating local traditions and gastronomy.

Map showing Mazaricos in red in La Coruña, Galicia.
Location map of Mazaricos in La Coruña province, Galicia, with its municipality highlighted in red.
Landscape with mountains and green fields in Mazaricos.
View of Monte Pindo from the fields of Mazaricos with mountains in the background.
Mazaricos · Data
Province
A Coruña
Autonomous community
Galicia
Population
3,721
Area
188.30 km²
Elevation
31 m
Postal code
15256
Website
http://www.mazaricos.net
Coordinates
42.9361, -8.9914

Photos

Waterfall surrounded by rocks and greenery in Chacín
Santa Leocadia waterfall in Chacín, surrounded by greenery and rocks, forming a cascade in a natural setting.
Building with tower and trees in front, in Mazaricos.
Building of the Mazaricos Town Hall with trees and a monument in front.

Map

Nearby

Landscape with houses, fields, and mountains in Outes, La Coruña.
Outes
A Coruña · 5,998 inhabitants
casa consistorial de Dumbría
Dumbría
A Coruña · 2,716 inhabitants
Town hall building of Carnota with stone facade and sculpture on the side.
Carnota
A Coruña · 3,780 inhabitants
As Torres do Allo e os seus horreos Categoría:Imaxes do Allo Allo Categoría:Imaxes de Bens de Interese Cultural de Galicia
Zas
A Coruña · 4,199 inhabitants
Harbor with boats and houses in Muros, Galicia.
Muros
A Coruña · 8,173 inhabitants
Vimianzo town hall building with multiple windows and a central balcony.
Vimianzo
A Coruña · 6,768 inhabitants

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