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Santiago de Compostela
Spain
In Galicia in northwestern Spain, Santiago de Compostela is the destination of the famous Camino de Santiago and houses one of Europe's most important cathedrals. The granite old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What awaits you
City tripHikingMuseumsLocal cuisineWalkable
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Best time to visit
July–August: up to 27°C with 12h of sunshine per day.
Insider tip: November — a pleasant 16°C with fewer visitors.
Cooler winters (13°C). Best visited in July–August.
Max. temperature
13°Jan
14°Feb
14°Mar
18°Apr
20°May
22°Jun
26°Jul
27°Aug
23°Sep
20°Oct
16°Nov
13°Dec
Sunshine hours
5hJan
7hFeb
7hMar
10hApr
10hMay
11hJun
12hJul
11hAug
9hSep
6hOct
6hNov
5hDec
Rain days
13dJan
8dFeb
17dMar
11dApr
12dMay
12dJun
6dJul
4dAug
11dSep
19dOct
17dNov
14dDec
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Santiago de Compostela as a Vacation Destination
Santiago de Compostela is an excellent choice for city breaks, hiking trips. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 27°C.
The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money.
The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine.
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Price level
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Local languages
GL, ES