Terras de Celanova e Serra do Xurés
Day 1 MTB CENTER from Lobios to O Corgo
38 kilometers until we reach our final destination at the As Conchas Reservoir, in Muiños.
We started the day in the bikefriendly space of the Balneario Lobios Caldaria, specially designed for cycling lovers. A hotel that also offers bicycle parking, a workshop and washing area and even a recharging area for users traveling with electric bicycles.
Today 38 kilometers await us until we reach our final destination at the As Conchas Reservoir, in the Concello de Muíños. With the help of the general map of the MTB Center and the tracks downloaded on our GPS, we leave Riocaldo to head towards Bubaces by route number 9, where we start to gain altitude towards the Alto de Santa Eufemia.
As we advance along a forest track in perfect condition, we enjoy a great panoramic view of the SIerra de O Xurés and the neighboring mountains of Portugal; even from here we can guess the location of Portela do Home, border crossing with the neighboring country.
Once we have passed this promontory, we begin a long descent to connect with route 6 "Via Nova", which leads us back to Riocaldo, to continue then to the mills of Vilameá and continue the route to Lobios. It is time to regain strength as we have accumulated quite a few meters of elevation gain in the first part of the day and we still have a good stretch of climb to Ganceiros.
In its urban center there are several options to have a coffee and a snack before continuing our journey, the Natural Way Via Nova, which shares the route with the route 6 "Via Nova", leads us to the village of Reparade and, from there, we continue our stage until we reach the Chapel of A Clamadoira. From this chapel we enjoy a beautiful view of the As Conchas reservoir.
The moment we have been waiting for all day arrives: the final descent to the Rectoral de San Pedro; a narrow and technical trail that leads to the road and that allows us to easily cover the last kilometers until we reach O Corgo. In this village a transfer awaits us to take us to As Maus de Salas to spend the night.
AQUIS QUERQUENNIS
Archaeological complex formed by a roman military camp
ROMAN ROAD OF THE VIA NOVA. PORTELA DE HOME MILESTONES
At this point of the Via Nova or Via XVIII we find several grouped milestones
NEIGHBORHOOD CHAPEL
Rectangular chapel with granite masonry walls, linteled door and circular openings on both sides of the doorway.
CHAPEL OF A PONTE LIÑARES
Chapel of rectangular plant and unique ship, with a covered atrium supported on quadrangular columns and cover of tile roof to three waters.
VISIGOTHIC CHURCH OF SANTA COMBA
Dating back to the 7th century, it is the only construction that remains of an ancient monastery, and was declared a Historic-Artistic Monument in 1921.
SANTIAGO DE GÜIN CHURCH
The church, with a nave and transverse arches, presents great serenity of lines on the exterior.
SAN PEDRO FIZ CHURCH
The church has a rectangular floor plan with a raised presbytery.
CHURCH OF SAN PEDRO DE MUÍÑOS
This church differs from other temples in the region by having the tower integrated into the facade, at the foot of the building, forming a portico.
CHURCH OF SANTA MARÍA A REAL S. XVIII
This church is in the Churrigueresque Baroque style and was completed in the first half of the 18th century.
CHURCH OF SAN MIGUEL DE LOBIOS
Its main originality lies in the fact that the tower is attached to the facade in such a way that its base ...
MANSIO AQUIS ORÍGINIS
The mansio was a resting place located in the vicinity of roads with heavy traffic, similar to modern inns.
PETO DE ÁNIMAS DE PUXEDO
It is a granite masonry structure consisting of a small altar covered by a linteled portico supported by two pilasters with Doric capitals.
Aira de Canastros (horreos) de Esperanzo
Small constructions used for storage, elevated on pillars, with an elongated floor plan and a gabled roof.
Dolmen de Queguas - A Casa da Moura
The archaeological remains of the "Casa da Moura" are one of the most spectacular dolmens in Galicia, both for its size and its good state of preservation.
A CORGA DA FECHA
This waterfall is the longest in Galicia and overcomes a height difference of two hundred meters in the search of the Caldo riverbed.
PALLOZAS DAS CORTES DA CARBALLEIRA
Set of old corrals that gave shelter to the cattle herds.
XORDOS VIEWPOINT/ XURÉS VIEWPOINT
The "Miradoiro do Xurés", located next to the OU-1201 road between Bande and Muíños.
VIA NOVA NATURE TRAIL
It follows the Caldo River and later runs along the Limia River valley, finding along the way numerous vestiges of the presence of Rome
A cela
This locality stands out for two factors: its excellent state of preservation and the particularity of its
Muiños de Vilameá
This set presents 12 mills composed of a simple stone structure with a gabled roof.
Aviva Sport Center
Mountain sports facilities with different services.
ENTRIMO'S DOOR
Geomorphology and Landscape Interpretation Center of the Baixa Limia-Serra do Xurés Park
PEDREIRIÑO VIEWPOINT
From this viewpoint you can see the Pia da Moura, the Pena de Anaman and the Lindoso Reservoir.
MEGALITHS OF VAL DO SALAS (NECROPOLIS OF OUTEIRO DE CAVALADRE)
A complete example of a dolmen with a polygonal chamber formed by seven slabs that support another large slab
Salgeiro (Town)
This small village preserves the style and characteristics of the traditional architecture of the Baixa Limia.
Crucero of Vilela
A quadrangular pedestal stands on a tiered platform, on which sits a circular shaft ending in a capital decorated with vegetal forms at the corners.
EDIBLE FOREST PUXEDOS
Planting of around 200 plants of different types of plant species. Pollinating insect shelters and birdhouses will be installed next to them.
CRUCEIRO AND CHAPEL OF SAN MAMERTO
Chapel and beautiful cruceiro
CHAPEL OF SAINT MAURO AND THE WAINSCOT OF ANIMAS
Built in 1867, the chapel of San Mauro is noteworthy for its popular architecture, a wainscot with criss-crossed bars and a Latin cross in the tympanum.
HERMITAGE OF SAN BENITO DE COVA DO LOBO
A centuries-old rural chapel in Galicia, it stands out for festivities such as the Pilgrimage of San Bieito. Its 20th century architecture reflects medieval...
CHURCH OF SAN JUAN DE BARBADÁS
17th century church in natural surroundings. The entrance with wide stairs, doorway and belfry stand out. Interior with carvings, confessional and Renaissanc...
CHAPEL OF SAN JUAN DE SOBRADO DO BISPO
In the Sobrado field, the neo-gothic chapel dedicated to Saint John has an octagonal stone box with columns, metal railing, steps and false acacias.
CHURCH OF SAINT JOHN OF BENTRACES
Church and village of Bentraces
SAN BERNABÉ CHURCH (A VALENZÁ)
Church of San Bernabé, dated 1576 after an epidemic. It has a Baroque altar, a 17th century altarpiece and a Gothic chapel founded in 1584 by Tomé Rodríguez...
CHURCH OF SAN MARTIÑO DE LOIRO
Romanesque church
CHURCH OF SANTA MARÍA DE SOBRADO DO BISPO
Rural church from the 13th century with Romanesque and Gothic elements. It is notable for its 17th century Baroque altarpiece inside.
CHAPEL OF THE VIRGEN DE LAS NIEVES (VIRGIN OF THE SNOWS)
Chapel with panoramic views
CHAPEL OF SAN ROQUE DE SOBRADO DO BISPO
Chapel of 1855
O PISCO
Waterfall of the Barbadás River as it passes through the hamlet of Os Muiños
O TANGARAÑO DE BARBADÁS
O Tangaraño is a gigantic rock, a typical granite boulder of many metres in diameter sitting on top of other rocks, so that you can pass underneath it crouch...
LOIRO
Streets and squares
FUENTE DE LEMOS
17th century fountain
HISTORIC CENTRE OF BENTRACES
Pleasant old town
BAGPIPE MUSEUM
This museum is a world reference point for learning about the gaita de fol, its parts and its history.
ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUM OF LOIRO
Barbadás Museum: a reflection of 20th century Galician rural life. Kitchens, bedrooms, tools, school, shops, religious rites, 400+ photos social evolution....
ACOUGA HOTEL BOUTIQUE
Acouga Hotel Boutique, a house full of memory. We open our doors to receive visitors who seek shelter and rest within its walls.
ROUTE 06 MTB CENTER VIA NOVA
The Vía Nova, built under the mandate of Emperor Augustus in the 1st century AD
ROUTE 02 MTB CENTER TRAVESÍA DO XURÉS
The route starts from the old rectory of San Pedro in Muíños, today converted into Rural Tourism accommodation.
ROUTE 01 MTB CENTER OUTEIRO DA CELA FOREST PARK
The Outeiro da Cela Forest Park is part of the O Corgo tourist-sports complex.
ROUTE 03 Megalithic MTB center
Nice bike ride that takes you back to the Bronze Age
ROUTE 04 MTB CENTER. FONTEFRÍA PEAKS
One of the most spectacular and demanding routes, a real challenge for cyclists
ROUTE 05 MTB CENTER SERRA DO PISCO
It shares the route with Route 3 "Megalithic" until reaching the bridge that crosses the Salas reservoir
ROUTE 07 MTB CENTER LOBIOS CIRCLE
It is a route that poses a challenge for the cyclist due to the continuous ups and downs, but which is compensated by the attractiveness of the surroundings.
ROUTE 08 MTB CENTER DAS SOMBRAS MINES
This route starts in a southerly direction from the center of Lobios towards the “Minas das Sombras"
ROUTE 09 MTB CENTER ALTO DE SANTA EUFEMIA
Enjoy a spectacular panoramic view where the Corga da Fecha stands out in the background
ROUTE 10 MTB CENTER TERRA CHA CIRCLE
Visit resources of great interest such as the "As Perdices" recreational area.
ROUTE 11 MTB CENTER CASA DA MOURA
Route between stone-walled properties and frozen villages in the past.
Day 1 MTB CENTER from Lobios to O Corgo
38 kilometers until we reach our final destination at the As Conchas Reservoir, in Muiños.
Day 2 TRAVESÍA MTB CENTER from Maus de Salas to Lobios
Dawn breaks in As Maus de Salas and we get ready to face the second stage of our journey.
CORGA DA FECHA TRAIL
This trail takes us along the old route of the Roman Via Nova, which linked Braga with Astorga.