Campos de Vila offers two different hiking themes: the geology of the Campodola Fold and the river and valley landscapes of the PR-G-193, with its village, chapel and other buildings. The Festa da Virxe do Carme is also a local celebration. When planning, you can first decide whether to focus on landforms, points along the route or a cultural event.

PR-G-192: Geology along the route

The PR-G-192 Ruta del Plegamiento Geológico de Campodola runs from Leixazós to Campos de Vila and passes beneath the monumental geological fold of Campodola. It is signposted according to the homologation standards of the Federación Galega de Montañismo, with information boards at both ends. Signposting and boards may change, so check the route’s directions before setting out. The fold is the defining geological feature of this hike.

PR-G-193: River route and cultural heritage

The starting point of the PR-G-193 Valle del Río Quiroga is near Campos de Vila, on the road to A Seara. It follows an unpaved track parallel to the Quiroga River as far as the village of Casa do Vello. The route includes an uphill path to the San Xoán Chapel and a section that descends through the valley of the Pacios River. The river, village, chapel and valley offer different points of interest along this route.

Two well-preserved alvarizas (traditional beehive enclosures) are also part of the PR-G-193. The route passes old houses and other buildings, surrounded by native vegetation and meadows. The unpaved section from the starting point to Casa do Vello is fully accessible by bicycle and suitable for children. Surface conditions may change; check the state of the path before your trip.

Cultural heritage and a festival in Campos de Vila

The Capela da Virxe do Carme in Campos de Vila is listed as a cultural heritage site with the interest code ART. The Festa da Virxe do Carme is celebrated on 16 July with a mass, a procession and an evening dance. If you are travelling specifically for the festival, check the date in advance.

The Ferrería de Quintá is a traditional ironworks for foundry and blacksmithing, documented since 1562. This makes the ironworking theme another cultural point of interest alongside the chapel and celebration. The two dates serve different purposes: 1562 is the documented reference point for the Ferrería de Quintá, while 16 July is the date of the Virxe do Carme festival. This helps distinguish an interest in history from planning a trip around the festival.

Getting there by on-demand bus

The Galician on-demand bus route XG71700601 runs between Quiroga and Campos de Vila, with a stop in Campos de Vila. If you plan to use this service to get there, check the latest departures before travelling. This gives you a practical travel tip to consider alongside the hiking and cultural heritage themes.

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