ONS ISLAND

NATIONAL PARK OF THE ATLANTIC ISLANDS OF GALICIA

ONS ISLAND

NATIONAL PARK OF THE ATLANTIC ISLANDS OF GALICIA

Ons Island is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Galicia, ask for authorization and buy your ticket here.

A natural paradise at the entrance to the Pontevedra estuary, the Island is part of the Maritime-Terrestrial Natural Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia. This archipelago is made up of the main island, Ons, together with the island of Onza or Onceta and other smaller islets, A Freitosa, O Centolo, O Cairo, A Laxe do Abade, A Pedra do Fedorento, A Illa do Xuvenco and Or with two Gauls.

It was included in the M-T National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia, created in 2002, together with the Cies Islands, the island of Sálvora and the Cortegada island.

The Islands promise the visitor an excellent excursion in a highly protected natural space to enjoy nature to the fullest. In this virgin paradise we can highlight its beaches, its Lighthouse, one of the largest in Spain, the Burato do Inferno chasm, the Fedorento and O Centolo viewpoints, among others.

It is worth coming and exploring the Island, visiting the beaches and enjoying nature in one of the few virgin paradises left on earth.

What is needed to go to Ons Island?

To visit the island of Ons you need an authorization from the Xunta de Galicia. Permission for your visit can be made 90 days in advance. You can cancel it up to 15 days before your visit.

How long does it take to see Ons Island?

There are 4 routes to do in Ons, the longest one will take you around 3 hours, the shortest about 40 minutes. Check the routes available on Ons Island

How many people live on Ons Island?

According to statistical data, the number of inhabitants in Ons in 2021 was 62 people.

How long is Ons?

The surface of the island is 2,641 hectares. Of which 470 ha. are terrestrial and 2,171 ha. they are marine

Low Season on Ons Island

Low Season on Ons Island The month of September begins, so you know that As of September 15, the low season begins in the Ons Island so It will no longer be necessary to request authorization to travel to the island, yes, the transportation service for tourists...

The Island of Ons, National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia

Ons Island his riches The island of Ons belongs to the Galician Atlantic Islands Maritime-Terrestrial National Park, it is located at the entrance of the Pontevedra estuary. The rest of the archipelagos are made up of the Cíes, Sálvora and Cortegada Islands. It is the...

Beaches on the Island of Ons

You travel to Ons Island and you don't know which beach to visit, we make a brief description of each of them. To locate them, when you arrive on the island, you will see an information panel with the situation of each one. Beaches on the Island of Ons Discover the...

Hiking trails on the Island of Ons

The hiking trails in Ons start at the information point next to the boarding pier and end at Curro, the most inhabited part of the island. They are all circular routes. I hope you enjoy your visit. It is important not to forget to bring appropriate clothing and...

Ons Island, its history

You want to know the history of the Ons Island, we will tell you some details that you surely do not know. History of Ons There really are few remains of temporary settlers on the islands, except in the Bronze Age, where remains of castros did appear, one of them...

Ons Island Tickets

Still don't know how to buy tickets to Ons Island? We indicate the steps you must follow to request authorization and buy tickets to Ons Island. Request authorization from the Xunta de Galicia First you will have to request the authorization to the Xunta de...

How to get to Ons Island

You still do not know how to get to the island of Ons, we will tell you how to do it. Ports of departure to Ons There are several ports of departure, those with more regular routes and those that do so only punctually and depending on the state of the sea. Regular...