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Pedrafita Do Cebreiro

Alto do Poio (1,335 m)

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Pedrafita Do Cebreiro

Alto do Poio (1,335 m)

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Alto do Poio (1,335 m)

Name: Alto do Poio (1,335 m)
Rating: 2

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ZEC Ancares-Courel

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Location: Pedrafita Do Cebreiro, Os Ancares, Lugo, Galicia, Spain

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1. Alto do Poio (1,335 m) – Valcarce Ironworks loop from Riba da Casa Vella

104km

08:34

2,530m

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2. Valcarce Ironworks – Alto do Poio (1,335 m) loop from O Barrio da Pena

97.6km

07:37

2,080m

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3. Valcarce Ironworks – Alto do Poio (1,335 m) loop from A Pedriña de Arriba

77.8km

06:36

2,080m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Graveloo

December 9, 2022

After a beautiful climb there is a moment's pause to catch your breath. The view is breathtaking and the legs scream for mercy after hundreds of kilometers of the Camino. The heart beats a thousand and the emotion is strong at the mere thought that the longed-for destination of the city of Compostela is just around the corner!

The Camino de Santiago in Gravel:

ITALIAN ----> graveloo.com/it/cammino-di-santiago-in-gravel

ENGLISH ----> graveloo.com/cycling-the-camino-by-gravel-bike

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An Argentona

November 2, 2025

One of the highest points on the French Way of the Camino de Santiago, located between Triacastela and Fonfría, already in the province of Lugo. At 1,335 meters above sea level, this peak offers a natural viewpoint overlooking the Galician mountains. The area is often exposed to wind and changeable weather, even in summer, but the views and the feeling of having reached a milestone more than compensate. There's a hostel/bar right at the summit, useful as a stopping point for pilgrims and cyclists.

Dress warmly before reaching the top: the temperature here can drop suddenly, even on sunny days. If you're on a mountain bike or e-bike, make sure you have good traction on descents and that your brakes are checked: the descent towards Fonfría is fast and winding. It's a good place to rest and refill your water or coffee before continuing.

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José Neves

May 26, 2022

French Way of Santiago

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Elevation 1,340 m

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Location: Pedrafita Do Cebreiro, Os Ancares, Lugo, Galicia, Spain

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Alto do Poio (1,335 m)

1. Alto do Poio (1,335 m) – Valcarce Ironworks loop from Riba da Casa Vella

2. Valcarce Ironworks – Alto do Poio (1,335 m) loop from O Barrio da Pena

3. Valcarce Ironworks – Alto do Poio (1,335 m) loop from A Pedriña de Arriba

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