The director of Tourism of Galicia, Xosé Merelles, highlighted today the importance of this celebration for valuing the area's maritime history and heritage. The initiative includes historical reenactments, parades, period markets, and guided boat tours of the San Simón cove.
Merelles emphasized that such events help diversify Galicia's tourism offerings and boost destinations beyond the summer months, turning cultural heritage into an attraction for visitors and residents. He also highlighted the festival's value in showcasing sites like the Meirande Museum and the Battle and Cultural Heritage Interpretation Centre of Rande.
Support for cultural and historical events in October aligns with the goal of de-seasonalizing tourism and distributing visitors more evenly across the territory. In 2026, the province of Pontevedra registered over 1.22 million travelers, who stayed for nearly 2.6 million nights.
The Battle of Rande took place on October 23, 1702, during the War of the Spanish Succession. The celebration, organized by the Asociación Deportiva e Cultural de Rande, runs on October 10, 17, and 18, featuring theatrical performances, parades, markets, and workshops. Notable events include the fireworks display Arde o mar and guided boat tours.
