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The complex consists of three walled enclosures with the Renaissance-style Palace of the Counts of Monterrei being especially noteworthy. Adjoining it is the Tower of the Ladies, the first tower included in the Parador de Monterrei. The second tower, the Tower of Sancho, provides a spectacular view of the valley and even some Portuguese towns. The Rectory House and the Church of Santa María de Mixós which date back to the 10th century, are also part of this complex.
The long history of this Parador has given rise to numerous legends about the site, such as those that mention the green well on the parade ground, where the wife of Pedro I the Cruel committed suicide. It also appears in several tales of infidelity. A much truer fact is that the first printing press in Galicia was located in the Castelo of the Counts of Monterrei, a national monument and the emblem of the Monterrei Designation of Origin. The Silver Route also crosses this Designation of Origin.
The fort’s thick stone walls contrast with its cosy and comfortable interior. The common areas are furnished with paintings and historical objects that reflect the Parador's medieval past and contrast with its modern fixtures and fittings. The furniture invites you to relax and lose yourself in these peaceful surroundings. A real treat for the senses that you’ll want to come back to, again and again.
Environment
Monterrei Castle is situated near Verín, a beautiful town in the southeast of the province of Ourense. Here we can explore the traditional neighbourhood of San Lázaro, the Casa do Asistente, with its unique coat of arms, and walk through the old quarter discovering other corners such as the Plaza de la Merced, the Cabreiroá spring, the chapel of San Lázaro, the Plaza Viriato, the Plaza del Rey or the Plaza Mayor, and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the river Támega.
Here you can also visit the mineral-rich medicinal springs of Verín, go on routes exploring the Monterrei D.O. wineries, and visit the Parque Natural del Invernadero. Additionally, its proximity to the Portuguese border means you can visit the town of Chaves.
If you’re a lover of nature sports, Verín has the perfect environment for mountain biking and hiking routes. At the Parador we’ll answer all your questions and offer you seasonal activities such as horse riding, golf and swimming. The Castelo de Monterrei is also an ideal place to follow the St. James’ Way and the Silver Route, both of which pass through the area, and the Thermal Water Route between the Galician town of Verín and the Portuguese towns of Chaves and Vidago.
Monterrei Tourist Train
Galicia also offers tourist train tours, one of which is the Monterrei Tourist Train. It lets you discover the Monterrei region and its Designation of Origin, and includes a tasting at the Gargalo Winery owned by the designer Roberto Verino, plus visits to the Castle of Monterrei, the gardens of Allariz, the Collegiate Church of Xunqueira de Ambía, the Moncho Borrajo Museum and the train station of Baños de Molgas. Days: 18 June and 2, 15 and 30 August. Consult prices at the Parador.
Entroido
A Festival of National Tourist Interest, it is one of the most popular Carnivals in the region. It begins on a Sunday, the so-called "Domingo de Corredoiro", with the sound of fireworks, brass bands and the gathering of the "cigarrones" (masked men who run around encouraging people to participate) in the morning. That same day, in the afternoon and evening, the first masked ball is held in the main square, although the Carnival begins on Thursday, the "Jueves de Comadres", when the women leave the men at home and go out to dinner in disguise. The most exciting day is Sunday, with the great parade of floats and cigarrones.
| General data about parador hostel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Parador hotel
|
Parador Castillo de Monterrei |
Stars
|
4 |
Capacity
|
24 Places |
Styles
|
Castle |
Director
|
David Lorenzo García |
Chef
|
Óscar Yáñez |
Address
|
Castillo de Monterrei, s/n | ||
Autonomous community
|
Galicia |
Province
|
Ourense |
Town
|
Monterrei |
Postcode
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32618 |
Latitude
|
41.943686 |
Longitude
|
-7.446826 |
Telephone
|
988 02 92 30 |
Fax
|
988 02 92 31 |
Email
|
monterrei@parador.es | ||
Distance to airport
|
160 Km. | ||
Distance to the port
|
160 Km. | ||
Distance to train
|
35 Km. | ||
| Services offered by the parador hostel | |
|---|---|
| air conditioning | Elevator |
| Laptop safe | Conferences and meetings |
| Breakfast in the room | Gastronomic space |
| Handicapped facilities | Kettle |
| Garden | Minibar with a carefully selected selection of products |
| Flat screen TV | Outdoor parking |
| Seasonal swimming pool | Restaurant |
| Hairdryer | Room service |
| Laundry and ironing service | Digital press and magazines service |
| Free Wifi | |
| Activities offered by the parador hostel | |
|---|---|
| Bicycling | Mountain biking |
| Horseback riding | Big and small game hunting |
| Golf | Swimming |
| Seasonal swimming pool | |
With a focus on the most traditional recipes, the Restaurant Castillo de Monterrei is dedicated to the most genuine local products, such as Galician cheeses with Designation of Origin, Rubia Gallega veal, fish and seafood from the Atlantic fish markets, potatoes from Xinzo or turnip greens, the basis of the tasty Galician broth.
| Information on the halls | |
|---|---|
| Number of halls | 3 |
| Minimum capacity of halls | 0 |
| Maximum capacity of halls | 75 |
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