Soy Teresa, de la Casa Rural Entre Os Ríos, y hoy quiero compartir contigo una noticia que nos llena de orgullo. Este año, el destino Barbanza Arousa ha alcanzado 69 empresas y servicios distinguidos con el sello SICTED, y nuestra casa rural —junto con nuestra bodega, Adega Entre Os Ríos— ha renovado esta distinción que reconoce nuestro trabajo como alojamiento sostenible.
Para nosotros no es solo un sello. Es la confirmación de que las decisiones que tomamos cada día —las grandes y las pequeñas— contribuyen a un turismo más responsable, más humano y más conectado con nuestro entorno natural.
Since the very beginning, we’ve had one clear mission: to protect and care for the estate, the rivers, the old mills, and the native forest that shape the soul of this place. Anyone who stays here quickly notices that Entre Os Ríos is more than a rural house — it’s an experience rooted in nature and tranquillity.
Being a sustainable accommodation means:
Choosing renewable energy sources and reducing energy consumption
Restoring our historic buildings with respect for traditional architecture
Protecting local biodiversity and maintaining the natural environment
Cutting down on waste and eliminating single-use plastics
Supporting local suppliers and artisans from our region
Designing experiences that respect the landscape and its rhythm
But more than anything, sustainability is about taking care of our guests with the same attention and warmth we give to our surroundings.
The SICTED (Integrated System of Spanish Tourism Quality in Destinations) programme evaluates the genuine quality of the tourism experience — not just what visitors see, but how they feel. It looks at cleanliness, communication, sustainability practices, staff training, guest care, and internal processes.
Renewing this seal requires audits, ongoing training, documentation reviews and, above all, a real commitment to continuous improvement.
For our sustainable accommodation, it means:
Offering a consistent, high-quality experience
Meeting national standards for sustainability and guest service
Belonging to a destination that works together to improve tourism
Preserving the land and identity that make Entre Os Ríos special
It’s more than a certificate — it’s a reminder that we are moving in the right direction.
This year, the number of certified businesses grew from 49 to 69, a sign of the region’s shared vision and ongoing transformation. The municipalities of Ribeira, Boiro, Rianxo and A Pobra do Caramiñal are working together to build a more sustainable, more authentic and more thoughtful approach to tourism.
I was born in Ribeira, right here in the Barbanza area, and it fills me with pride to see my homeland evolve with such dedication and respect for nature, culture and community.
For me, renewing the SICTED certification as a sustainable accommodation is not just paperwork — it’s a moment to pause and reflect.
It invites me to ask:
Are we caring for this place as it deserves?
Are we creating meaningful experiences for every guest?
Are we remaining faithful to the values that inspired Entre Os Ríos?
And every time, the answers lead us forward.
This renewal encourages us to continue improving:
in hospitality and personalised service,
in sustainability and environmental care,
in our wine experiences at Adega Entre Os Ríos,
in preserving our heritage buildings,
and in every detail that transforms a stay into a cherished memory.
None of this would exist without you: the guests who arrive curious and leave relaxed, the couples who return year after year, the travellers who recommend us, the wine lovers who enjoy our cellar, the hikers who sit by the river and simply breathe.
You, too, are part of this sustainability — the kind rooted in respect, gratitude and the desire to connect with nature.
Thank you for visiting us.
Thank you for trusting us.
Thank you for giving life to this place every time you arrive.
Barbanza moves forward.
And so do we.
— Teresa
