A Fonsagrada

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Coat of arms
Coat of arms

A Fonsagrada is a town and municipality in Lugo in Galicia province in north-west Spain which is 25 miles east-north-east of Lugo by road. Its population in 2004 was 5,007. A Fonsagrada is situated 3166 feet above sea-level on the watershed between the rivers Rodil and Suarna. It is an important market for all kinds of agricultural produce, and manufactures linen and frieze.

The history of Fonsagrada (traditional name) is linked to the pilgrim way to Santiago and the "camino primitivo" goes through its municipality.

Location of A Fonsagrada in Galicia
Location of A Fonsagrada in Galicia