O Vicedo is a municipality located on the northern coast of Galicia, in the province of Lugo, offering a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. The region features a unique blend of dramatic coastline, characterized by pristine beaches and towering cliffs, and lush inland forests. This varied topography provides an excellent environment for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more. The confluence of forest and sea creates a distinctive setting for exploring the natural environment.
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4.4
(39)
122
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

17.1km
05:03
510m
520m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

4.8
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346
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

4.7
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71
hikers
5.09km
01:41
240m
240m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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40
riders
88.5km
04:25
1,270m
1,270m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
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41.5km
02:19
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

25
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113km
05:51
1,970m
1,970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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19
riders
35.7km
01:56
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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31
riders
30.5km
02:13
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.5
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24
riders
101km
07:02
1,680m
1,680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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11.6km
00:47
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

18
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60.7km
04:18
1,150m
1,150m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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13
riders
27.3km
02:13
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

11
riders
35.6km
03:12
950m
950m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

10
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

9
riders
29.7km
02:10
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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15
runners
5.52km
00:41
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

10
runners
21.1km
02:36
530m
530m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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11.0km
01:19
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

8
runners
19.9km
02:25
510m
510m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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O Vicedo offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features a unique blend of coastline and forests, providing diverse environments for these sports. There are more than 50 routes available across these activities.
O Vicedo features numerous hiking trails, including the PR-G 156 "Costa do Vicedo" route, which explores coastal areas, beaches, and cliffs. Another notable walk leads to Punta de Fuciño do Porco, offering cliff-top walkways and views of the Cantabrian Sea. For more information, consult the Hiking around O Vicedo guide.
Yes, O Vicedo offers routes for both road cycling and touring cycling. Well-maintained paths and forest tracks, including parts of the PR-G 156 route, are suitable for cyclists. The varied topography supports rides along the coast and through forested landscapes. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around O Vicedo and Cycling around O Vicedo provide further details.
O Vicedo is known for its pristine beaches like Arealonga, Xilloi, and Caolín, as well as dramatic cliffs and a coastline where forest meets the sea. Notable viewpoints include the Monumento de la Cruz, Illa Coelleira Viewpoint, and Tixoso Viewpoint. The Sor River estuary and the Island of San Martiño are also significant natural features.
The region's fine-sand beaches, such as Arealonga and Xilloi, provide suitable settings for family activities. Many trails are generally well-maintained and accommodate various fitness levels, making some accessible for families. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified by checking individual route details.
The provided information does not specify regulations regarding dogs on trails in O Vicedo. It is advisable to check local signage or contact the municipality directly for current rules on pet access. The official website is concellodovicedo.org.
O Vicedo is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,500 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars, based on over 200 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for O Vicedo, covering various sports. These include Hiking around O Vicedo, Road Cycling Routes around O Vicedo, Cycling around O Vicedo, Running Trails around O Vicedo, and MTB Trails around O Vicedo.
O Vicedo offers picturesque settings for jogging, particularly on its fine-sand beaches like Arealonga, Xilloi, and Caolín, as well as along coastal trails. Detailed information on running options can be found in the Running Trails around O Vicedo guide.
Yes, O Vicedo provides options for mountain biking. The region's varied terrain, including forest tracks, can accommodate MTB activities. For specific routes and details, refer to the MTB Trails around O Vicedo guide.
The official website for the O Vicedo municipality is concellodovicedo.org. You can contact the Concello do Vicedo by phone at +34982590029 for inquiries.
A significant portion of O Vicedo's coast is within two protected natural areas: the ZEC (Special Conservation Zone) Costa da Mariña Occidental and the ZEPA (Special Protection Zone for Birds) Costa da Mariña Occidental. These designations protect the area's beaches, dunes, cliffs, unique plant species, and diverse marine bird populations.

