Of Roman origin, it was founded in the year 25 BC. C. by Paulo Fabio Máximo and is the oldest in Galicia. Built near a fort, in Roman times it was called Lucus Augusti. Numerous Roman remains, many of them preserved in the Provincial Museum, are testimony to its early years of history, especially its Roman wall, unique in the world, which preserves its entire perimeter, and which was declared a World Heritage Site in 2000.

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Claudia Aguilar González

October 25, 2022

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Lugo is one of the most important cities in Galicia, as well as being the capital of the province together with La Coruña, Orense and Pontevedra.

Its origin is Roman, and its name is the evolution of what was previously Lucus Augusti. The city was founded in the year 25 a. C. and the demonym of the inhabitants is lucense or lugués.

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Bea Glanz

May 9, 2023

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definitely go over the 2km long old Roman city wall from the 2nd century.

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1. Roman Walls of Lugo – Santiago Gate loop from Recatelo

7.16km

01:54

70m

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2. Lugo – Roman Walls of Lugo loop from San Roque

3.87km

01:01

40m

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3. Roman Walls of Lugo – Oasis of the Primitivo loop from O Carqueixo

27.0km

07:26

440m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 460 m

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1. Roman Walls of Lugo – Santiago Gate loop from Recatelo

2. Lugo – Roman Walls of Lugo loop from San Roque

3. Roman Walls of Lugo – Oasis of the Primitivo loop from O Carqueixo

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