Tower of the Counts of Altamira
In Proba de Burón.
A Fortress: a medieval castle
The castle of Proba de Burón, exists since before 1467, suffered several attacks from the Irmandiños and is located in Chao de Proba de Burón, a town in the municipality of A Fonsagrada, forming part of the spectacular landscape that frames the Eo-Oscos-Terras Biosphere Reserve of Burón, the Natura 2000 Network and the Network of Geodestines of Galicia.
On a hill, at the top of the village, this important medieval castle, also known as “A Fortaleza”, is today in ruins, being visible in the vestiges of the enclosure a part of the tower that continues to show the elegance of yesteryear.
The houses that existed in the castle, today are only history, like the four corner towers, but the construction still shows its beauty, the same as the whole environment, with wonderful views and a dreamy nature.
A place to visit while enjoying a well-deserved relaxation and you know the area, full of unique treasures like this tower that seems invincible to time.
To Fonsagrada, much to offer
A quality offer in rural accommodations, restaurants and places to discover awaits you in our municipality.
Gastronomy in A Fonsagrada
In addition to the landscape, A Fonsagrada is known for the good food, made with natural ingredients and of the highest quality that give our dishes the authentic flavor that delight the most demanding palates. A...
Properties in A Fonsagrada
Plan your schedule, look for that gap that you long for to enjoy and get closer to the quality rural tourism that we offer you at A Fonsagrada.
Routes in A Fonsagrada
Nature lovers, have in A Fonsagrada, variety of hiking trails, for walking, quad biking, cycling or horseback riding, any time is good to do them alone, with family, friends or with your pet.
Nature in A Fonsagrada
The territory of this municipality is formed by majestic mountains and deep river valleys, areas of special conservation with a unique landscape full of life.
History in A Fonsagrada
To Fonsagrada, keep a heritage that you will know if you approach Terras de Burón or walk along the Primitive Way of Santiago.
Culture in A Fonsagrada
Almost all the villages of A Fonsagrada, are located in a mountainous area, which fills them with spectacular landscapes and an almost intact nature.
A Fonsagrada Museum
It was founded in 1984 by a patronage of residents of A Fonsagrada and has pieces of ethnography, archeology and contemporary art.
Festivities in A Fonsagrada
The festivities in A Fonsagrada have more and more followers, due to the quality of their events and being in a privileged place of special landscape beauty.
Places in A Fonsagrada
Fonsagrada and its entire region is full of amazing places to discover. Legends that mix with landscape, heritage and culture are nodded in every corner.
Píntega beers
Craft beer in Castro de Fonfría, A Fonsagrada. Visit our workshop and we offer you to taste our beer in an experience full of flavors.
Places in A Fonsagrada
Fonsagrada and its entire region is full of amazing places to discover. Legends that mix with landscape, heritage and culture are nodded in every corner.