Creative Residency at O Castro Art Village
O Castro Art Village is a rural creative residency in Galicia, Spain, located in the forested hills and river valleys of Ribeira Sacra. The residency supports artists, filmmakers, writers, researchers, and independent creatives seeking focused time in a calm, comfortable, and inspiring environment.
Residents stay in sustainably built geodesic domes designed for year-round use, offering privacy, warmth in winter, coolness in summer, and views of either the Miño River valley or the surrounding oak forest. A shared studio loft provides desks, a large work table, lounge areas, and projection facilities, while outdoor spaces and the landscape itself invite site-responsive work.
Community life centers around a communal kitchen where residents cook individually or together, often sharing meals, conversations, and ideas. Optional mentorship with filmmaker Davoud Gerami is available for residents working in film, visual, sound, and regenerative arts, drawing on over 25 years of professional experience.
O Castro emphasises sustainability, low-impact living, and deep engagement with place. Residencies balance solitude and exchange, supporting meaningful research, experimentation, and creative production within a thoughtful rural context.
O Castro de Mourelos 86
Mourelos (San Xulian)
27548 O Saviñao Lugo
Spain
Residency Program Information
Residency Program Summary
Application Information
There are no formal eligibility requirements. O Castro Art Village is open to artists, filmmakers, writers, researchers, and independent creatives at different stages of their practice. We review each application individually and focus on the quality of the proposal, the applicant’s intentions, and their compatibility with the rhythm and values of the place. If your application feels like a good fit, we will contact you to continue the conversation.
Daily Rates (for Paid Residencies only)
Long stays (30 days or more)
- Private dome: €45 per day/person
(Comfortable private space with full amenities) - Couples in a private dome: €30 per day/person
(Shared private dome for two adults) - Shared dome: €20 per day/person
(Shared dome accommodation for three creatives) - Family (up to 4) in a private dome: €15 per day/person
(Generous private dome space for family stays — up to four people)
Short stays (14 to 30 days)
- Private dome: €65 per day/person
(Comfortable private space with full amenities) - Couples in a private dome: €45 per day/person
(Shared private dome for two adults) - Shared dome: €40 per day/person
(Shared dome accommodation for three creatives) - Family (up to 4) in a private dome: €35 per day/person
(Generous private dome space for family stays — up to four people)
Accessibility
O Castro Art Village is located in a forested, mountainous area of rural Galicia. The terrain is uneven and includes steep paths between parking areas, accommodation, and shared facilities. While one geodesic dome and the communal kitchen are designed to be accessible for guests with mobility needs, the path from the parking area to the domes is steep and may require assistance.
Please note that the shared studio loft is not wheelchair accessible due to the structure of the restored stone building. Artists with accessibility needs are therefore encouraged to plan to work primarily from their dome, which can function as a private workspace, while still participating in shared meals and community life in the kitchen.
We encourage applicants with accessibility concerns to contact us in advance so we can discuss individual needs and assess whether the residency is a suitable fit.
O Castro Art Village is located in a forested, mountainous area of rural Galicia. The terrain is uneven and includes steep paths between parking areas, accommodation, and shared facilities. While one geodesic dome and the communal kitchen are designed to be accessible for guests with mobility needs, the path from the parking area to the domes is steep and may require assistance.
Please note that the shared studio loft is not wheelchair accessible due to the structure of the restored stone building. Artists with accessibility needs are therefore encouraged to plan to work primarily from their dome, which can function as a private workspace, while still participating in shared meals and community life in the kitchen.
We encourage applicants with accessibility concerns to contact us in advance so we can discuss individual needs and assess whether the residency is a suitable fit.
Please note that the shared studio loft is not wheelchair accessible due to the structure of the restored stone building. Artists with accessibility needs are therefore encouraged to plan to work primarily from their dome, which can function as a private workspace, while still participating in shared meals and community life in the kitchen.
Housing & Accomodation
Residents are accommodated in shared or private geodesic domes located within the surrounding oak forest. The domes are designed for year-round comfort and include beds, bathroom facilities, electricity, heating and cooling systems, and Wi-Fi. Most domes offer open views over the Miño River valley, while others are tucked beneath the forest canopy, creating a quiet, immersive living environment.
A fully equipped communal kitchen and dining area is available to all residents and functions as a central social space. Residents cook individually or together, often sharing meals, conversations, and informal exchanges at the end of the day.
The outdoor areas of O Castro Art Village are integral to daily life and creative work. Forest paths, open hillsides, and the remains of the original village structures are accessible to residents and frequently used for walking, research, rest, and site-specific artistic practices. The ruins and surrounding landscape form part of the working environment, offering space for reflection, experimentation, and engagement with place.
Studio & Facilities
The main working space at O Castro Art Village is a shared studio loft located in the restored stone building of the village. The loft offers panoramic views over the surrounding landscape and is designed for both focused individual work and collective use. Facilities include individual desks and work spaces, a communal studio table, lounge seating, heating and cooling, and projection equipment suitable for screenings, presentations, and group discussions. The space is shared among residents and also serves, outside of working hours, as a venue for informal gatherings, film screenings, skill-sharing sessions, and small events.