A Capela
Holiday stays in A Capela, province of A Coruña
A Capela is a municipality in the Eume area, in the province of A Coruña (Galicia), with 1,165 inhabitants (INE, 2025). It lies halfway between Pontedeume, Ferrol and Puentes de García Rodríguez, and the Fragas do Eume are in the Eume valley.
A rural council in the Eume area
A Capela covers about 58 km² and has an average altitude of about 450 m. It is crossed by the valleys of the Eume and Belelle rivers and is divided into three parishes: Caaveiro, Cabalar and Capela. The local roads LC-141 and AC-121 run through it.
The Fragas do Eume Natural Park
The Fragas do Eume Natural Park, created on 30 July 1997, covers the banks of the Eume river, with about 9,126 hectares spread across Cabañas, Capela, Monfero, Pontedeume and Puentes de García Rodríguez. Its fragas are regarded as one of the best examples of thermophilous Atlantic forest in Europe. The monastery of San Juan de Caaveiro is inside the park. From Casa en la Roca the park is 15 minutes away by car.
Pontedeume, Ferrol and A Coruña
A Capela is about 12 km from Pontedeume, about 17 km from Ferrol and about 20 km from Puentes de García Rodríguez. From Casa en la Roca, Pontedeume (old town, river beach and restaurants) is about 20 minutes away by car, Ferrol and its beaches (Doniños and Valdoviño) 30-35 and A Coruña city about 45. From Ferrol, A Coruña, Santiago or Lugo the area is reached by the AP-9 motorway, which connects with Pontedeume.
Getting here: by car
You arrive by car: public transport in the area is very limited. A Coruña airport is about 45 minutes from Casa en la Roca and Santiago airport 1 hour 15 minutes.
Stays in A Capela
In A Capela, RentiGlobal manages Casa en la Roca on its owner's behalf: a house built onto a rock, on a private estate, with three bedrooms, a wood-burning fireplace and room for 6 guests. Pets are welcome at no extra cost. Before sending a booking request you see the total price and the cancellation policy of that property.
Key facts
- Municipality
- A Capela, province of A Coruña (Galicia)
- Area
- Eume area
- Population
- 1,165 inhabitants (INE, 2025)
- Parishes
- 3: Caaveiro, Cabalar and Capela
- Fragas do Eume
- Natural park created in 1997; about 9,126 ha
- Access
- AP-9 motorway to Pontedeume; roads LC-141 and AC-121
Frequently asked questions
Where is A Capela?
A Capela is a municipality in the Eume area, in the province of A Coruña (Galicia), about 12 km from Pontedeume and about 17 km from Ferrol.
What are the Fragas do Eume?
It is a natural park created in 1997, on the banks of the Eume river, covering about 9,126 hectares. Its fragas are regarded as one of the best examples of thermophilous Atlantic forest in Europe.
How far are the Fragas do Eume from Casa en la Roca?
15 minutes by car.
How do I get to A Capela?
By the AP-9 motorway to Pontedeume from Ferrol, A Coruña, Santiago or Lugo, and then by local road (LC-141 or AC-121). A car is needed: public transport is very limited.
Are pets allowed in A Capela's stays?
At Casa en la Roca, yes: pets are welcome at no extra cost.
Which stays are available in A Capela?
Casa en la Roca: a house with a fireplace, built onto a rock, on a private estate, for 6 guests. RentiGlobal manages it on behalf of its owner, who is the landlord.