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What's included, what's not

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    Boat
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    Skipper
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    Gasoline
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    Guide
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    Meirande Museum admission (free)
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    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Baby carriages, Drones, Explosive substances, Firework, High-heeled shoes, Nudity

What you can expect

Learn about mussel farming in the Vigo estuary on board a small boat with a local skipper. Sail through the Bay of San Simón to discover some of the approximately 800 farming rafts that cultivate this precious staple of Galician cuisine.
Depart from the small fishing port of Cesantes, Redondela located just north of Vigo. Journey through the Bay San Simón, a space with a high ecological value and the great biodiversity of flora and fauna.

Learn about the entire process of mussel cultivation, from the collection of the offspring, the unfolding, to the packaging and marketing process. On the route discover fishing techniques that are used locally, such as shellfishing afloat or the potting of famous Galician octopus and crab.

Hear about significant historical events that took place in the area, such as the Battle of Rande in 1702. Pass under the majestic Rande bridge and disembark outside the old German canning factory, currently the Meirande Museum, where you will have a short guided visit.

Location

Activity location

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    • Vigo
    • Vigo, Galicia, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Av. Mendiño, 36800 Redondela, Pontevedra, Spain | Meet at Porto de Cesantes in the Redondela area north of Vigo.
    • Redondela, Galicia, Spain