10 Best trails and hikes in A Guarda

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Best trails in A Guarda

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Looking for the best hiking trails in A Guarda? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 12 scenic trails in the A Guarda area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore one of 4 easy hiking trails in A Guarda or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding A Guarda that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.

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#1 - Camino de la Costa Portuguesa: A Guarda - Oia

This route is part of a multi-week walk along the shortest coastal route of the Portuguese Camino de Santiago that can be done at a variety of paces and started from different starting points. This route was first traveled by Queen Isabella of Portugal in the 12th century, starting in Porto and heading north along the Atlantic coast of Portugal and Spain. The tour begins at the monastery of Santa Maria de Oia, in the province of Pontevedra, and continues along the Atlantic coast until it...

#2 - Monte de Santa Tegra

Santa Trega is one of the best known places in Galicia. Mythical place on the Galician coast and spectacular viewpoint that allows 360-degree views over the mouth of the Miño River and the coasts of Galicia and Portugal, being a strategic place for surveillance between the two countries. It is located in the extreme southwest of Galicia, the Santa Trega mountain enjoys a spectacular landscape environment and has various elements of high heritage interest such as the fort, the petroglyphs or...

#3 - A Guarda - A Pasaxe - O Muiño

This beautiful and pleasant circular route begins at the Church of Santa María da Asunción, in A Guarda and mostly follows paved streets near the coast. Initially it passes through Porto da Guarda and continues along the sea until reaching Punta dos Picos. Then continue through O Muiño and A Pasaxe where you can have a drink in one of its many bars.

Beautiful coastal walk along the beach of A Lamiña, in the surroundings of the town of Camposancos, belonging to La Guardia. This beach delimits the border between Spain and Portugal, having wonderful views next to the mouth of the Miño river. Next to the beach there is a large parking lot. In addition, this beach is quite sheltered due to the fact that it is only about 800 meters long.

#5 - Pasaxe - Monte de Santa Trega

This route leaves from the outskirts of A Pasaxe, in a car park on the PO-352 road. The route gradually climbs through the forests next to the city along dirt tracks and trails until it reaches the top of Mount Santa Tecla. There you can enjoy unbeatable views of the mouth of the River Miño.

#6 - Camping Santa Trega - Praia da Lamiña - Praia do Muiño

This route leaves from Camping Santa Trega next to the River Miño very close to its mouth. The path passes very close to the coast and you can enjoy rural areas with crop fields until you reach the town of A Pasaxe. Here you can have a drink in one of its bars and visit the fishing port. Then you will go through beaches among which Praia da Lamiña and Praia do Muiño stand out.

#7 - Camping Santa Trega - Monte de Santa Trega

This route leaves from Camping Santa Trega next to the River Miño very close to its mouth. The path passes very close to the coast and you can enjoy rural areas with crop fields until you reach the town of A Pasaxe. Here you can have a drink in one of its bars and visit the fishing port. From here the route begins to climb to the Mount of Santa Trega and the Manuel Lomba Viewpoint from which you will have wonderful views of the River Miño.

#8 - Monte de Santa Trega

This route leaves from the outskirts of Camposancos near the cemetery in an area of cultivated fields. In the first part, you walk through urban and paved areas to later enter dirt tracks that lead to the top of Monte de Santa Trega. From there you will have great views of the mouth of the River Mino.

#9 - Praia do Muiño - Cervo de Vilanova

Nice and pleasant linear round trip mountain bike route around the Pontevedra town of A Guarda, starting at Praia do Muiño and reaching Baloiço do Cervo, in the municipality of Vila Nova de Cerveira. The route is completely flat, except for the last ascent, which is very steep.

#10 - Camping Santa Trega - Praia da Armona

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Trail reviews for A Guarda

John Bowerbird

May 15, 2025•Walking

Not crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditionsGreat views

Crossed from Portugal to Spain on a fisherman’s / people smuggling boat , 6 € each. Next chapter into Spain.

Camino de la Costa Portuguesa: A Guarda - Oia

Frequently asked questions

What are the different types of hiking trails in A Guarda?

There are plenty of things to do on A Guarda's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 running trails, 6 mountain biking trails, 5 hiking trails, and more.

What is the longest trail in A Guarda?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in A Guarda is Praia do Muiño - Cervo de Vilanova. This trail is estimated to be 26.2 mi long.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in A Guarda?

A Guarda: With an ascent of 3,818 ft, A Guarda - Serra da Groba has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Praia do Muiño - Cervo de Vilanova with 2,240 ft of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult trail in A Guarda?

The most popular and difficult trail in A Guarda is A Guarda - Serra da Groba with a -star rating from 0 reviews.

Are there camping trails available in A Guarda?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 camping trails in A Guarda and the most popular is Camping Santa Trega - Monte de Santa Trega with an average 4.2 star rating from 4 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in A Guarda?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 7 running trails in A Guarda and the most popular is A Guarda - A Pasaxe - O Muiño with an average 4.6 star rating from 28 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in A Guarda?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 7 biking trails in A Guarda and the most popular is Camino de la Costa Portuguesa: A Guarda - Oia with an average 4.7 star rating from 224 community reviews.