For hiking plans around O Viso, two different routes are worth considering: the PR-G 143 Roteiro do Río Arnoia and a route to the Capilla de San Antonio de Padua in the village. The PR-G leads to a river meander and the higher elevations of the Sierra del Seixival; the other route begins and ends at the chapel. Both offer different options to consider when choosing excursions for your stay.

River landscapes and higher elevations on the PR-G 143

The PR-G 143 is the officially approved hiking trail in Ramirás. It reaches the meander of the Arnoia River known as Coto de Seoane. A narrow path between walls leads to the higher elevations of the Sierra del Seixival. On the opposite bank of the river, the remains of the Muíños da Chancela lie along the trail. The starting point is a few metres from the Cruceiro de Escudeiros in Ramirás; the trail ends at the Santuario Nosa Señora do Val in Gomesende, in the wider area around O Viso.

The PR-G 143 focuses on two landscape features: the Arnoia and its meander, and the higher elevations of the Sierra del Seixival. Those interested in river formations can use Coto de Seoane as a reference point; those wishing to explore the mountain ridge can focus on the Sierra. Ramirás is considered a valley crossed by the Arnoia and Tuño rivers.

Trail access and directions

Access to the PR-G 143 is via the OU-531 between Celanova and Cortegada. At Vilavidal, take the turn-off for Escudeiros. These directions help you find the trail and complement the two trail points in Ramirás and Gomesende.

Another route begins and ends at the Capilla de San Antonio de Padua in O Viso. A route description published in 2010 describes it as approximate and not signposted. Check the current conditions and route before setting out.

Accommodation and reasons to visit

For directions to Casa Ramirás, the accommodation recommends entering Vilavidal as the GPS destination and then following the sign to the property for about 500 metres. This is specific guidance for reaching this accommodation; your own planning should also take into account which route you choose and where its start and end points are.

The Feast of Saint Anthony is held in O Viso. Editions are listed for 2024, 2025 and 2026. As future programmes may change, check the dates for the relevant year when planning your trip. A festival visit and a hike therefore offer different focuses for your planning: for a hike, the route and directions matter; for the festival, check the specific event dates.

The route to the chapel starts and ends in O Viso; the PR-G 143’s listed trail points are in Ramirás and Gomesende. First decide which of these is most important for your trip, then check the directions to your chosen accommodation.

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