Secret Spanish island that was once used as a pirate refuge – with mermaid legends and unspoilt beaches...

A TINY Spanish island unknown by tourists is just 10 minutes from the mainland - and has beautiful beaches and pirate tales.During this period, it was owned by the Mariño family, with the first son said to be the child of a Roman knight andHowever, it is now open to the public - albeit with a guided tour - and boats take around 40 minutes from the mainland, or just 10 minutes by speedboat.

And three other beaches are found on the northern part of the island - Praia dos Bos, Praia de Lagos and Praia de Zafra.Previous tourists who have visited have raved about the island, with one calling it "one of the jewels in Ribeira".Credit: Alamy Cortegada is attached to the mainland by tidal causeway, with tourists only able to visit during low tide.Everything you need to know about visiting Spain

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