Pico Sacro

Pico Sacro is a summit in the central Galician Massif and the municipality of Boqueixón.

Pico Sacro
Highest point
Elevation490 m (1,610 ft)
Coordinates42°48′26″N 8°26′49″W
Geography
Pico Sacro
Parent rangeGalician Massif
Climbing
Easiest routehike

It is known for its peculiar shape and a legend about apostle James, son of Zebedee. In galician mythology a tomb for the apostle was to be constructed at the summit, until it was known that a dragon lived at that place.

Pico Sacro is 530 metres above sea level.

References

  • As montañas de Galiza. A Nosa Terra, 2006. ISBN 84-8341-126-1
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