This is a scenic, challenging run to a restored 16th-century hilltop hermitage, where you’ll be rewarded with fantastic views of Vigo and its estuary. The route involves a nice, flat section along the water, with views of the Monte da Guía, and then a 1 km, 100m climb to the top. We suggest parking at the Praia da Punta (beach) parking lot.
View from the hilltop. Google Street View
Start with a nice 1 km out and back on the paved waterfront path along the beach. Then, run for ~1 km along the Paseo Borde maritimo do monte da guia, a flat path along the base of the Monte. You’ll then begin the run up the hill, on a roadside sidewalk following the Travesía Espiñeiro/Camiño Espiñeiro/Camiño Montiño/Av. de Dona Fermina. There are great views from the summit, and a sculpture & chapel to explore. For the return, retrace your steps.
This is a scenic, challenging run to a restored 16th-century hilltop hermitage, where you’ll be rewarded with fantastic views of Vigo and its estuary. The route involves a nice, flat section along the water, with views of the Monte da Guía, and then a 1 km, 100m climb to the top. We suggest parking at the Praia da Punta (beach) parking lot.
View from the hilltop. Google Street View
Start with a nice 1 km out and back on the paved waterfront path along the beach. Then, run for ~1 km along the Paseo Borde maritimo do monte da guia, a flat path along the base of the Monte. You’ll then begin the run up the hill, on a roadside sidewalk following the Travesía Espiñeiro/Camiño Espiñeiro/Camiño Montiño/Av. de Dona Fermina. There are great views from the summit, and a sculpture & chapel to explore. For the return, retrace your steps.
Terrific waterfront running located ~5 km of the center of Vigo, on the Paseo Marítimo around the Bouzas Port, and then along Samil Beach and several other smaller beaches. Great views of the Ria de Vigo bay. Beach also runnable!
A hilly 5k 'runseeing' tour of Vigo's historic centre, showcasing historic gardens around the Alameda, the maze-like streets of the old town, and the Castelo do Castro hilltop park.
A pleasant 10k route in the more modern section of Vigo highlighting three parks: the Parque de Castrelos, with its historic gardens; the path along the Rio Lagares (river), and the narrow, linear Paseo de Coia.
Trail runners will find 130 km of hiking trails in the mountains around Vigo. These are well-waymarked trails of various distance & difficulty options. Hills, views, olive groves, forests, & more! We've provided links to additional information.
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