View of O Porto de Bares – O Porto do Barqueiro loop from Viveiro-Apeadoiro

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View of O Porto de Bares – O Porto do Barqueiro loop from Viveiro-Apeadoiro

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View of O Porto de Bares – O Porto do Barqueiro loop from Viveiro-Apeadoiro

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51.6km

900m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

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ZEC Costa da Mariña Occidental

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18.4 km

Sor River with O Barqueiro Iron Bridge

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Cool old iron bridge next to the 20th century replacement and a trail bridge, all stretch across the majestic Sor river just as its estuary reaches the ocean, with sandy …

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21.1 km

Punta do Santo viewpoint - Ria do Barqueiro

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Sweeping views of the Barqueiro bay

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24.6 km

Bares

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Small rough but sincere village characteristic of the people making a living on this often stormy coastline.

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25.0 km

O Porto do Barqueiro

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O Porto do Barqueiro owes its name to an old boatman who used to cross passengers between this port and O Vicedo until a metal bridge was built at the …

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38.1 km

From this viewpoint at the top of the cliffs you can see a large portion of the Galician coast and its rocky configuration, the cliffs and towns. You can also see the boats that cross the Bay of Biscay.

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44.6 km

O Castro

Archaeological Site

51.1 km

Carlos V Gate and Misericordia Bridge

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This is an arched stone gate to the old city. Travelers who crossed the estuary via the Mayor or La Misericordia bridges reached the entrance to the old town.

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