Moeche town hall

Moeche town hall sits at the heart of a small municipality in the province of A Coruña, in the Rías Altas region of northern Galicia. It houses the local government — the mayor's office, councillors, and the administrative departments serving the whole municipality.

How do you get to Moeche?

Moeche lies a short drive inland from the Rías Altas coast, between Ferrol and Cedeira. A car is the easiest way in: Ferrol is the nearest city with rail and air connections, and local roads run from there into the municipality's parishes. The town hall building sits near the main crossroads that link those parishes, making it a natural reference point for finding your way around.

What can you see near the town hall?

Moeche's best-known landmark is its castle, standing in the parish of San Xurxo. It was built at the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries by Fernán Pérez de Andrade, nicknamed "O Bo" (the Good), one of the most powerful feudal lords in medieval Galicia. The fortress formed part of a defensive network protecting the Andrade family's extensive lands, alongside the castles of Vilalba and Puentedeume. Its turreted silhouette still dominates the skyline today, drawing visitors touring the Rías Altas coastline.

The town hall itself is a working administrative building rather than a historic monument, but it's a sensible first stop for visitors — local staff can point you toward the castle, walking routes, and seasonal events.

When is the best time to visit?

The third Saturday of August is the standout date: since 1980 Moeche has held the Festa do Irmandiño, a festival commemorating the medieval Irmandiño uprisings — armed peasant leagues that rebelled against feudal lords, including the Andrade family, in the 15th century. Daytime brings picnics and live music, and at midnight the festival re-enacts the storming of the castle, with participants carrying torches as they act out the assault. The event draws both locals and visitors interested in Galician history.

Outside the August festival, the municipality keeps a quiet, rural pace — a good pick for travellers who want a taste of inland Galicia away from the busier coast.

Frequently asked questions

What is Moeche town hall? It's the seat of local government for the municipality of Moeche, housing the mayor, councillors, and the staff who handle municipal administration.

What is Moeche's main attraction? Moeche Castle, built in the late 14th century by Fernán Pérez de Andrade "O Bo" as part of the Andrade family's defensive network alongside the castles of Vilalba and Puentedeume.

When does the town's biggest event take place? On the third Saturday of August, during the Festa do Irmandiño — a re-enactment of the castle's storming that has run since 1980, marking the medieval Irmandiño uprisings.

How do you reach Moeche? By car from Ferrol or Cedeira is easiest — Moeche lies inland in the province of A Coruña, within the Rías Altas region.