Galicia remote work

Why Galicia for Remote Work?

Most digital nomads head to Barcelona, Madrid, or the Canary Islands. Galicia offers something different:

• 40-50% lower cost of living than Barcelona or Madrid
• Excellent internet infrastructure (1Gbps fiber widely available)
• Mild year-round climate (no extreme heat like southern Spain)
• Stunning nature without the crowds
• Authentic Spanish culture (not tourist-oriented)
• Proximity to Portugal (Porto is 1.5 hours away)

Cost of Living in Galicia

Compare this to Barcelona (€2,000-3,000/month) or Lisbon (€1,800-2,500/month).

Internet Quality in Galicia

Galicia has surprisingly excellent internet infrastructure:

• Fiber optic coverage: Available in most towns over 1,000 people
• Typical speeds: 300Mbps – 1Gbps symmetric
• At Anceu Coliving: 1Gbps symmetric fiber
• Mobile coverage: Good 4G/5G in populated areas, patchy in mountains

Tip: Always verify internet speed before booking accommodation. We recommend using Speedtest results, not advertised speeds.

Coliving Options in Galicia

Anceu Coliving is located in Ponte Caldelas and offers 1Gbps WiFi. Prices range from €882 to €1,260 per month, with stays between 15 and 60 days.

Sende is situated near Portugal with fast WiFi, costing approximately €745 per month with flexible stay lengths.

iSlow is located in Costa da Morte, offers fast WiFi, variable pricing, and flexible stay options.

Getting Around Galicia

With a Car (Recommended)

Having a car is the best way to get around. You can rent one for €300-500 per month from Santiago airport, or buy a reliable used car for €3,000-5,000. Fuel costs €1.50-1.80 per liter, and parking is usually free outside the cities.Without a Car

If you don’t have a car, buses connect major cities but run infrequently to villages. Trains operate along the Santiago-Vigo-Pontevedra corridor. Carpooling is common within coliving communities, and BlaBlaCar works well for traveling between cities.Reality check: For rural Galicia (including Anceu), a car significantly improves your experience. Public transport exists but is limited.

Weather & Best Times to Visit

Galicia is called Green Spain for a reason—it rains. But it’s rarely extreme, and the landscape is stunning year-round.

Things to Do (When Not Working)

Nature

Galicia offers incredible outdoor experiences. You can hike along the famous Camino de Santiago routes, relax at the beaches of the Rías Baixas, or visit the stunning Cíes Islands (only accessible in summer with a permit required). The Ribeira Sacra wine region is worth exploring, and you’ll find natural hot springs near Ourense.

Culture

The region has a rich cultural heritage. Santiago de Compostela’s old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Galicia is known for having the best fresh seafood in Spain, along with excellent local wines including Albariño, Godello, and Mencía. Celtic festivals and traditions remain an important part of local culture.

From Anceu Specifically

Staying at Anceu puts you in a great location. Forest hiking trails start right from the door. Beaches are a 30-45 minute drive away, Santiago de Compostela is about an hour, and Porto, Portugal is just 1.5 hours away. Natural hot springs are only a 20 minute drive.

Visa considerations

EU citizens can live and work in Spain freely. Non-EU remote workers have options:
Tourist visa: Up to 90 days (cannot legally work)
Digital Nomad Visa: Up to 5 years for remote workers
Non-lucrative visa: For those with savings (no work permitted)