As Cancelas – a high end campsite in Santiago de Compostela
Nestling a few minutes from the historic centre of Santiago de Compostela, As Cancelas campsite proves a unique destination, blending lush greenery, comfort and easy access. Open year round, this urban campsite part of the Campingred group, enables you to discover the capital of Galicia either on foot or using public transport. At the same time, you can make the most of a peaceful setting, comprehensive range of facilities and the warm atmosphere!
A campsite in the heart of the city, just a stone’s throw from Santiago cathedral
As Cancelas campsite enjoys a unique location in Santiago de Compostela, set in the heart of the city within lush surroundings. Here, you can stay in a peaceful wooded setting yet still near the old town, easily accessible by public transport or on foot, depending on routes and frequency. Open year round, this resort equally accommodates passing visitors and pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago.
The campsite extends over wooded terraced grounds, with spacious shaded pitches for tents, caravans, van conversions and campervans. These plots are designed to offer privacy and comfort, but still close to the campsite’s facilities and services.
For increased comfort, As Cancelas also offers fully equipped bungalows, suitable for short or extended stays. This accommodation has a kitchen area, separate bunks, heating and parking nearby, offering a viable and equally comfortable alternative to hotels when exploring the city.
Practical services and facilities, and a swimming pool to cool down…
On-site, the campsite offers numerous facilities and services to make holidaymakers’ lives easier. For example, you can make the most of a restaurant and café, perfect for something to eat without leaving the campsite, as well as Wi-Fi coverage, free parking and practical services for your visits throughout the year.
Shared spaces here are conducive to relaxation after a day's sightseeing. In particular, the campsite has relaxation areas and facilities, enabling you to meet up in a warm atmosphere, whether travelling alone, as a couple or with your family. There is also a children’s playground.
During the summer, holidaymakers can also take advantage of an outdoor pool, thoroughly enjoyable for cooling down, after a day spent strolling through the streets of Santiago de Compostela or exploring Galicia. This swimming complex rounds off the resort’s leisure offering, a real plus.
Explore Galicia and its gems from As Cancelas
The As Cancelas campsite’s location means you quickly reach the old town of Santiago de Compostela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can easily explore the cathedral – the highlight of this famous pilgrimage – from the campsite, as well as the squares, mediaeval streets and the city's iconic buildings.
Around the old town, visitors can explore the museums, traditional markets and urban parks, such as Alameda or San Domingos de Bonaval, offering lovely views over the cathedral and the roofs of the city. Galician cuisine also takes centre stage in the city, with many great places to eat just a few minutes from the campsite.
Finally, As Cancelas makes an excellent base for exploring more of Galicia. From Santiago de Compostela, you can easily tour around the Atlantic coast, traditional hinterland villages or lush scenery in the region, every evening rediscovering the peace of this campsite in the heart of the city!