Viladesuso offers two ways to explore nature and history: a linear route with coastal views and archaeological remains, as well as individual buildings and archaeological sites. When planning your trip, consider whether you would like to focus on a longer route or on individual cultural landmarks.
The Ruta Mágica de Oia
The Ruta Mágica de Oia is 15 kilometres long and follows a linear route through the parish of San Miguel de Viladesuso. Its difficulty is rated as moderate to low. The route connects natural and historical heritage and offers views of the Atlantic coast, groups of petroglyphs and remains of fortified settlements. Its length, course and rating provide concrete points of reference for fitting the walk into your travel plans.
A separate archaeological landmark is the Mirador Cano dos Mouros in the parish of San Miguel de Viladesuso. It is located at an altitude of 290 metres and is an ancient Castro settlement, probably more than 2,500 years old. This site adds another named settlement to the heritage remains along the route.
Church and local history
The parish church of San Miguel de Viladesuso is associated with the Camino Portugués de la Costa. Its floor plan is rectangular and narrows around the main chapel; a tower is attached to the south side of the main façade. This architectural description makes the building’s form specific without reducing it to a single feature.
The church’s history also includes its main altar, which was brought from Tui. It previously belonged to the Chapel of the Annunciation of the Escola de María. This chapel was founded in 1728 on the occasion of a mission in Tui conducted by Jesuits. Behind the Igrexa de Viladesuso, there is also access to the mills of Villela.
Further cultural landmarks
Ponte Broi was built in 1808 over the stream of the same name. The rock carvings in Viladesuso were classified as Assets of Cultural Interest (BIC) in 1975. The date refers to the classification of the carvings. Remains of Roman salt pans can also be found on the coast of Viladesuso. The Muíños de Serraseca are also among the town’s notable heritage sites.
River and landscape
The River Boi, also known as Viladesuso, rises near the Sobreiras (cork oaks) do Faro. The River Viladesuso has several waterfalls and pools. These features give the natural landscape a distinct focus alongside the archaeological and architectural heritage.
An unpaved path 2.3 kilometres long leads to the River Viladesuso. The condition of the path may vary, so check it before setting out. This distance refers to access to the river.
Sobreiras do Faro was designated a private natural area of special interest in January 2011. This designation adds a formal protected-area category to the landscape; it is a different kind of information from the specific directions to the river.
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