Join the shellfish gatherers of Cambados, in Galicia, and, with the traditional water boats, work with them at the shore collecting all kinds of shellfish. Learn all the secrets of the shellfish harvesting process, from extraction to commercialization, in this marine tourism excursion. It is conditioned by low tide, so it is not done every day. They also offer other routes such as visits to the marine district and the fishing port.
Join the Carril shellfish gatherers in Vilagarcía de Arousa and work with them on the beach, collecting the world famous Carril clams. Learn all the secrets of clam farming, the tools and their cultivation in this seafood tourism excursion, designed for the whole family. Among the many activities organized by the association of shellfish gatherers AmarCarril, the guided visits to the island of Cortegada stand out.
The fishing pens are constructions that have usurped the land from the sea, to take advantage of the tides in favor of fishing. It is not totally clear if the origin is of Roman, Phoenician or Arab epoch. But what is certain is that it shows the important cultural heritage of Rota in the art of fishing. They have a great cultural, archaeological and natural value. They deserve special protection, that is why they have been declared the first Natural Monument of Andalusia.
