Castelo do Castro
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Was a little intimidated by the thought of climbing up there. Turned out the walk up the winding paths under those magnificent ancient trees was very pleasant. At first I couldn't see much of Vigo below due to the huge trees. Then as I gradually walked higher the view became better and better. I was here mid day on a Monday. There were a few people but overall it was a quiet place with nice little surprises around the corners beginning with the massive gates when i entered the fort. There are some fountains and beautiful flowers. I was even able to see the islands with that incredible sandy beach off in the distance. Wish I would have had more time to spend up at the Castelo.
DK1981DK1981
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Several hilltop forts “ Castro’s” were built in the area during the Iron Age ( 9BC - 1AD) and they were the first permanent settlements in the north west of the Iberian peninsula. This Castro is an exhilarating walk up to the hill summit - not well sign posted ( so thanks Google Maps!). Good views over the city and the bay. Not a lot in the fort area but lovely fountains. Walking and jogging paths on the hill slopes. A scenic spot- worth a visit.
Vincent OliverVincent Oliver
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Lugar de visita obligatoria para los que quieren conocer la ciudad de Vigo. El Parque de O Castro. Está integrado al patrimonio cultural del Concello de Vigo y en este lugar se encuentran los restos arqueológicos de los primeros pobladores de la localidad de Vigo, tienen erigidas en el parque las tres famosas anclas como monumento histórico del siglo XVII por el recuerdo de la Batalla de los Galeones de Rande, se inauguró en 1967 y conmemora la Batalla del año 1702. El mirador de O Castro es el mejor sitio por excelencia es uno de los puntos más turístico donde lo visitan los grupos turísticos desde primeras horas. Tiene aproximadamente 150 metros sobre el nivel del mar y tienen las mejores vistas panorámicas de la ciudad y de toda la la Ria de Vigo. Los mejores lugares para hacer las vistas de Vigo y sacar las mejores fotos, que mejor que en el propio casco urbano y tener vistas panorámicas de todos los lugares en 360 grados a la redonda. Sin tener por ello que salir del centro urbano, el Mirador de O Castro se encuentra dentro del Castillo de San Sebastián del siglo XVII. Desde el mirador podemos ver la ciudad, la entrada de la ría, las Islas Cíes, y la isla de Toralla y toda la península del Morrazo con las Villas marineras de Moaña y Cangas, Nerga y el puente atirantado de Rande.
Javier Alonso CastroJavier Alonso Castro
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I was on a cruise ship visit to Vigo, so we had a day to see as much as we could.lots of steps up but the city has lift and escalators in areas just follow the city map, views are wonderful overlooking the harbour. The streets and building are testerment to the builders who built them a very long time ago. Loads of history around this area once regarded as the furthest point in the world until Christopher Columbus came along.
Raymond WhiteleyRaymond Whiteley
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It is a really unique oldcastle left on top of a mountain top overlooking the city. It is considered a park. It is free to enter but there is not a lot left there except for the walls. It is a gorgeous 360° view of the city on all sides! It is a quick 25 minute walk from the cruise port add elevation of approximately 400 ft.0
razorrau1razorrau1
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This is the very place where Vigo was first settled. Allow sometime to wander in the gardens and enjoy the view from the different viewpoints. It is also a great running spot, if you don't mind it not being very flat. Located in the very heart of the city, there is no excuse to miss one of the nicest locations in Vigo.
Daniel LeonDaniel Leon
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Nearby Attractions Of Castelo do Castro
A Farola de Urzáiz
Alameda da Praza de Compostela
Parque Monte do Castro
MARCO
Concatedral - Basílica de Santa María de Vigo
Castro de Vigo
Castelo de San Sebastián
Praza da Independencia
Parque Camilo José Cela
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A Farola de Urzáiz
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Nearby Restaurants Of Castelo do Castro
Mercado da Pedra
Taberna A Pedra
Tapas Areal
A tapa do Barril
Caracuchos Vol.1 Hamburguesería
Milongas Parrillada Vigo
Churrasquería Cervecería Peregrinus
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P.º Rosalía de Castro, 5, Freijeiro, 36203 Vigo, Pontevedra, Spain
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The Fortress of El Castro is a hilltop fortress in Vigo, Spain built in 1665 during the Portuguese Restoration War in order to protect the city from the continuous raids by the British Royal Navy, allies of Portugal.
attractions: A Farola de Urzáiz, Alameda da Praza de Compostela, Parque Monte do Castro, MARCO, Concatedral - Basílica de Santa María de Vigo, Castro de Vigo, Castelo de San Sebastián, Praza da Independencia, Parque Camilo José Cela, BURBUJEATE, restaurants: Mercado da Pedra, Taberna A Pedra, Tapas Areal, A tapa do Barril, Caracuchos Vol.1 Hamburguesería, Milongas Parrillada Vigo, Churrasquería Cervecería Peregrinus, Restaurante Rías Baixas 2, Mesón Orensano, Porto Santo

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