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TOPOGRAPHIC GUIDE
     “The Ribeiro Wine Route Network of

          Walking & Cycling Trails”




BLUE TRAIL


GREEN TRAIL


RED TRAIL


ACCESSIBLE TRAIL
Title: Network of Walking & Cycling Trails

Publisher: Ribadavia Council

Project cofinanced by FEDER

Content Creation. Texts: ServiTerra Enxeñería S.L

Design & Layout : ServiTerra Enxeñería S.L

Year: 2011
The history of the Ribeiro region has long been intertwined with the wine
of the same name, cornerstone of the local economy. The gentle slopes
leading down to the Avia River, plush with vines, are the main resource for
many parishes on either bank.


The beautiful landscape resulting from these vineyards, so characteristic of
our region, offers multiple leisure opportunities. The Ribeiro Wine Route
Network of Walking and Cycling Trails has been created to aid and inform
your full enjoyment of the area.




The path along any one of the routes forming the Network will lead us to
enigmatic places such as the Arenteiro Stately Home, or the natural beauty
spot of the Prexigueiro Hot Springs. The many wineries which dot our
region must not go without mention, the traditional knowledge contained
within them being what confers that special flavour on our wines.
Finding our way around

We use a simple system of signs to guide us easily around the trails.


On each route there are specific signs which indicate the trail, tell us if we
have taken the wrong path, and point out places of natural, cultural or
ethnographic interest.


Depending on the route we are following we will find signs in four different
colours:


Green: Whenever we see a green sign we know that we are on the Green Trail.
Blue: The blue signs indicate the Blue Trail.
Red: We’re on the Red Trail.
Blue and Red: We’re on a path shared by the Blue and Red Trails.
Purple: We’re on the Accessible Trail.


We will come across the following types of sign:


MARKERS: these are wooden posts with a plastic plaque on top, where the
colour of the trail and the Ribeiro Wine Route logo appear. If we are on the
right path, we will see two parallel lines, whereas if we have strayed from the
trail the two lines will be in the form of Satire cross.
Right way                                              Wrong way
An example of a Green                          An example of a Green
Trail marker                                   Trail marker




                                            The logo of the Ribeiro
                                            Wine      Route     and   the
                                            corresponding colour will
                                            always     appear    on   the
                                            marker.



PAINTED MARKINGS: just as the markers do, the painted markings let us know
if we are following the right path. They will be mostly found on electricity posts,
walls or rocks along the trail. There are two types of paint markings:




Right way:                                     Wrong way:
These markings are of two parallel lines       These markings are of two lines in a
about 5 cm long. The upper band is white       diagonal cross. A white line crosses
and the lower one indicates the trail on       over a line corresponding to the colour
which we find ourselves: green, blue, red      of the route we are following: green,
or purple.                                     blue, red or purple.




    An example of a right way paint                   An example of a wrong way
    marking on the Blue Trail.                        paint marking on the Blue Trail.
ARROWS: The arrows we will come across along the trails indicate points of
natural, cultural and ethnographic interest, and the different estalishments
forming part of the Ribeiro Wine Route which are to be found in the vicinity.
The arrows point us in the right direction and give the distance to the spot in
question.
Each arrow includes a square with the Ribeiro Wine Route logo and the colour
of the trail we are on: green, blue, red or purple.




  MODEL 1: The arrow indicates a place,      MODEL 2: The arrow indicates an
  its distance, the path to follow and the   establishment linked to the Ribeiro
  colour of the trail, the Green Trail.      Wine Route, its distance, the path to
                                             follow and the colour of the trail, the
                                             Red Trail.
START AND FINISH PANELS: At the start and finish of each trail we will find
a wooden panel, 1 x 0.7 m large, which gives the characteristics of the route.
Just like the other signs along the route, the panels coincide with the colour of
the trail: green, blue or red. In the case of the Accessible Route, instead of
panels, purple wooden stands offer us the same information.
    The panels and stands contain the following information:
       Map of the complete course of the route.
       Topographic profile of the route.
       Establishments forming part of the Ribeiro Wine Route which can be
        found along the trail.
       Some information about the local grape varieties, the tipe of work
        undertaken in the vineyards, and some extracts of Galician poetry.




    Drawing 1: Start Panel for the Blue Trail.
On these pages we can see a series of photographs of the signs we may
encounter along the various routes:




  PHOTO     1:     Right   way           PHOTO 2: Arrows indicating places on the
  marker on the Green Trail.             Blue Trail, the Red Trail, and appearing on
                                         both Red and Blue.




                 PHOTO 3: Start panel for the Blue Trail.
PHOTO 4: Arrow         indicating   an
                                    establishment on the Green Trail.




                                                 PHOTO 6: Wrong way
                                                 marker on the Green Trail
PHOTO 5: Right way marker on the shared          in A Veronza park.
Blue and Red Trail.




                                                 PHOTOS 7 & 8: Right and
                                                 wrong way paint markings
                                                 on the Green Trail.
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General Characteristics
                   of the Trail
The Green Trail is a circular path covering a total of 35km. We recommend
completing the route in the direction indicated on the map and following the
description in this topographic guide.


To avoid getting lost along the way the trail is signposted from start to finish.


The signs which we will find along the path are as described at the start of this
guide. They are all green.


This trail will take us through countryside packed with vineyards, the heart of
the Ribeiro region. The indigenous grape varieties that flourish across the
landscape give those special flavours to our wines.


In addition to vineyards we will pass by medieval towns, Romanesque
churches, beautiful oak woods, wild forests, river banks and abandoned
villages which even today conserve the traditional charm and magic of our
land through age-old legends.


All along the trail we will encounter opportunities to savour Ribeiro wine. A
host of establishments offer not only wine but delicious Galician meals and the
chance to spend the night before continuing along the route.


                                     GEOGRAPHICAL COORDINATES
                                START/FINISH POINT
                                Latitude 42°17'46.06"N
                                Longitude 8° 8'16.13"W
Description of the Trail

PKm 0 - The Green Trail begins in the municipality of Ribadavia, in A
Veronza park. We follow the earth track which crosses the park towards San
Cristovo de Regodeigón.


PKm 2.07 - At San Cristovo football ground the path splits in two. To the left
it heads in the direction of the municipality of Beade. This is the route
suggested for the Green Trail and which this description follows. Were we to
continue straight ahead we would be moving towards the parish of San
Clodio which is found in the municipality of Leiro.


Pkm 2.37– We cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and go straight on
through San Cristovo parish, continuing the route along the paths which run
through the vineyards.


PKm 4.17– Four-way crossroads. At this point the trail continues straight
ahead on an uphill path. On the right we find the Cooperativa San Roque de
Beade Winery.


PKm 4.45– Arrival at the Beade Municipal Sports. Hall Going straight on, we
cross the road into the heart of the town of Beade. Following the route we are
well-placed to visit Manuel Formigo Winery. After crossing the road the path
ascends straight ahead towards the Arco da Vella and Eladio Wineries.
PKm 5.76—Once past the winery we take the right hand path down towards
Calvario and the church of Beade. We keep going along the track on the left of
the church, which will lead us from the area of Beade into that of Leiro.




               Photo 1: Beade church


PKm 6.18 - Here in the municipality of Leiro we arrive at the Pazo de Vieite
Winery. We keep going straight along the path which will take us to the town
of Vieite, then along the road which crosses through it and ascends towards
the church. The path continues to rise, and when we reach “O Priorato” we
take the right-hand path which goes through the vineyards, later turning onto
a track on the left which takes us deeper in amongst the grapes.


PKm 8.19 - The trail leads us through the vines until the abandoned village of
O Ibedo. At this point we follow the tracks through the forest upto the village
of Barzamedelle where a fountain and a shady spot offer us the chance of a
rest. Crossing the village, we slope down towards the main road where we
will take a left turn into Leiro town centre.
PKm 10.7- Having passed Leiro town centre we get to a crossroads where
we will see the Post Office. At this point, the trail divides in two. Walkers
should take the left-hand path uphill, following the “Camiño Real” into the
parish of Lebosende. Cyclists should keep going straight ahead until taking
the road which leads directly to the Stately Home of Arenteiro within the
municipality of Boborás.


PKm 11.5- Having passed along part of the Camiño Real we get to the parish
of Lebosende where we take the uphill road on the right which goes through
the parish and its vineyards. Following the tracks of the Ribeiro hills, we
arrive at the Stately Home of Arenteiro in the municipality of Boborás.


PKm 15.8- At the Stately Home of Arenteiro cyclists and walkers are re-
united once more. We follow the course of the River Avia and go uphill
towards the town centre, taking the right hand path which will take us up to
the lodgings at the Pazos Rectory. Here we take the descending path in front
of us towards the Thermal Springs of Os Fumes until we reach the bridge
over the Arenteiro River.




 Photo 2: Bridge over the River Arenteiro.   Photo 3: Stone statue at the river.
PKm 16.2 - Crossing the bridge over the Arenteiro River we then take a right
towards Cabanelas, a parish in the municipality of O Carballiño.


PKm 16.9 - After a light ascent along paths between wild forests and acacias,
we reach a dirt track. At this point we go right, heading back down towards the
River Avia and following its course until Cabanelas electrical power station.


PKm 19.7- Leaving behind the Cabanelas power station we go uphill in the
direction of the road, where we go right towards the Alemparte Winery,
situated in the parish of Gomariz in the municipality of Leiro. There we take
the downwards path on the right.


PKm 20.6 - We continue along the path which meanders between wild forests
and vineyards, and then ascends to the road. Having reached the road we take
a right, walking around 100 metres to the junction and taking a left uphill
towards the parish of Gomariz.




                  Photo 4: Vineyards in Gomariz.
PKm 21.5 - Once through the square of the parish of Santa María de Gomariz,
we take the path on the right hand side which leads to the Coto de Gomariz
Winery. From there, we take the right hand path which crosses numerous
vineyards until arriving at the village of Cubilledo.


PKm 22.6 - In the village of Cubilledo we cross the square, Praza da Pepa, and
take the trail on the right, going through very large vineyards. We follow the
downhill path towards San Clodio Cemetery.


PKm 24.7- At the cemetery we turn right towards the medieval Monastery of
San Clodio, where there is accommodation and a restaurant. Following the trail
up to the central square of San Clodio, we take a left passing the Dona Blanca
lodgings.




            Photo 5: San Clodio Monastery.


PKm 26.2- Having left San Clodio, we take the road towards Cenlle. On this
route we can rest at the Viña Mein Winery or keep going until the village of
Cuñas where we find the Valdavia Winery.
PKm 27.2- Once through Cuñas, we will take the path on the left which leads
directly to the road. We follow the path as it continues parallel to the road,
later crossing the road to continue on the path alongside the River Avia.


PKm 28.3- We border the river until coming to a left turning which takes us
through a tunnel under the road, beginning a mild ascent. At the next
crossroads we take a right to head down once more to the banks of the Avia.


PKm 31.2- We continue along the banks of the River Avia through the parish
of Esposende in the municipality of Cenlle. On this path we will get to the
municipality of Ribadavia, crossing through the parishes of Esposende and
Camporredondo in the direction of Quinza.


PKm 32.7- We arrive at the bridge of A Quinza, where A Quinza restaurant
offers meals and refreshments. Crossing the bridge over the Avia we turn left
towards the football ground of San Cristovo.


PKm 33.0- Here we continue in the direction of Ribadavia until reaching the
park of A Veronza where this route finishes.


PKm 35.0 - End of the trail. We are back at A Veronza park.




                  Photo 6: A Veronza
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General Characteristics
                 of the Trail

The Blue Trail is a linear route of 27.8 km, thus having separate start and
finish points. The start of the route is at Santa Cruz de Arrabaldo, and it comes
to an end in Prexigueiro (municipality of Ribadavia).


The trail is fully signposted along the route to keep us on the right path.


The signs which we will find along the path are as described at the start of
this guide. They are all blue.


This trail is defined by the constant presence of the River Miño and the many
streams which flow into it along the way. In these waters we find the thermal
springs so characteristic of the Ribeiro region, originating from the ascension
of hot, sulphurous water through granite soil.


All along the trail we will encounter opportunities to savour Ribeiro wine. A
host of establishments offer not only wine but delicious Galician meals and
the sulphurous waters of our spas.




                                              G   C
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                                              G         Latitude 42°20'40.57"N
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                                              R   D     Longitude 7°58'50.08"W
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                                              C         Latitude 42°15'10.08"N
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 Photo 1: The sulphurous waters of                S     Longitude    8°10'3.12"W
                                              L
 Prexigueiro.
Description of the Trail

PKm 0 - To begin this trail we leave from Santa Cruz de Arrabaldo in the
municipality of Ourense. We start the route going up the road towards the
Pazo Casanova Winery and take the path on the left-hand side.


PKm 0.28 - This path takes us to the main road, which we cross, continuing
a few metres uphill to then turn left onto the path which takes us away form
the road.


PKm 1.66 - We keep following this path until we reach the road again. At
this point we turn right, passing below the motorway bridge. A few metres
further on we take a minor road which runs parallel to the main road.


PKm 2.75 - We keep going until we reach the bridge over the River
Barbantiño. Here we leave the municipality of Ourense and head into that of
Punxín and the parish of Barbantes.


PKm 3.60 - Having crossed the bridge we go uphill towards the road, where
we turn left. Walking along the pavement for 250 metres, we then cross the
road to take the right-hand path which will lead us to the main road. Here
we recommend walking on the left-hand side
of the road, wearing easily-visible clothing
and a reflective tabard.



                    Photo 2: Reflective Tabard
PKm 4,47- At this point we leave the municipality of Punxín and arrive at
the village of Barbantes Estación, in the municipality of Cenlle. We continue
along the road until we reach a raised stone granary, where we take the
left-hand path which descends to the start of the promenade along the banks
of the river.


PKm 4,56– From the promenade we can enjoy the beauty of the landscape
of the River Miño and the characteristic vegetation of the area. The
promenade is around 3 kilometres long.




                                                 Photo 2: Castrelo de Miño
                                                 Reservoir




                                               Photo 3: Castrelo de Miño
                                               Reservoir as seen from the
                                               promenade in Barbantes
                                                Estación.
PKm 7.45 - At the end of the promenade we find the Spa of Laias. Our route
passes under the railway bridge and ascends towards the parish of Laias.


PKm 8.00 - On reaching the road, we cross it and continue uphill, then take the
path which runs parallel to the dual carriageway and leads us to Laias petrol
station.


PKm 9.58 - We continue along the road for about 200 metres, then cross it to
take the path going down on the left, which will lead us to the village of
Razamonde.


PKm 11.5 - We follow the signs through the village of Razamonde. Passing
under the road, we get to a communal washing area where we take the path on
the left which leads us through the vines to the road. Here we turn left for
about 200 metres and then take the left-hand path into the village of Xubín.


PKm 12.3 - Having passed through the village of Xubín and the vineyards
which surround it we ascend once more towards the road where we turn left
and continue for around 400 metres. When walking along roads we
recommend taking suitable precautions.


PKm 12.7 - Leaving the road we take the path on the left. We will walk through
fields of grapes until reaching Trasariz Park and Cenlle Town Hall.
PKm 13.5 - We keep going to the left along the road until we arrive at the
junction with the main road, where we turn once more to the left. This part of
the route goes along the road and due care is advised.


PKm 14.5 - Leaving the main road we turn left. At this point we cross from
the municipality of Cenlle into Sanín in the municipality of Ribadavia.


PKm 16.4 - Always following the signs, we go through the town of Sanín, into
the vineyards which border the bed of the River Miño. Upon reaching the
village of As Chavolas in Ribadavia we may branch off from the trail to visit
the Parente García Winery at a distance of 200 metres. We take the bridge
over the railway tracks and follow the path around the Castrelo de Miño
Reservoir.




                 Photo 4: Vineyards on the banks of the reservoir.


PKm 19.0 - At this point the Blue and Red Trails converge, thus the signposts
are shared by the two routes. We go up the right-hand path which will take us
in the direction of San Paio de Ventosela. Arriving at the road we continue
200 metres to the left, cross the road and take the path downwards on our
right.
PKm 20.2 - We follow the paths through San Paio, crossing the train tracks to
the road. We take a path to the left bordering the River Avia which will take us
to Ribadavia town centre.




Photo 5: View of Ribadavia from San Francisco Bridge.


PKm 21.7 - Following the course of the River Avia we get to San Francisco
Bridge, which we cross, then descending towards the river promenade and the
mouth of the Avia.




                                                   Photo 6: Mouth of the Avia
                                                   River as it flows into the River
                                                   Miño.


PKm 24.1– We leave the bank of the Miño River to take a right uphill towards
the parish of Francelos. Once there we take the road on the left towards the
football ground.
PKm 25.0- Bordering the football ground we reach the road, where we go left
towards the village of Prexigueiro, paying due care and attention at all times.


Pkm 25.9 - We leave the road briefly and descend towards the mini power
station.


PKm 26.4 - At the junction of the power station we take the tarmacked lane
on our right which leads up to the road. We cross the road carefully and take
the left-hand path which goes uphill to the village of Prexigueiro.


PKm 27.2 - We pass under the road bridge and go into the heart of
Prexigueiro village. At this point we turn left for around 200 metres until
reaching another junction, where we take a right down to the Prexigueiro Hot
Springs.


PKm 28.0 - End of the trail. At Prexigueiro Hot Springs we can take a
rejuvenating soak in the warm sulphorous waters.




                                           Photos 7 & 8: Images of the Prexiguei-
                                           ro Hot Springs.
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Caracteristics of the Trail

The Red Trail is a linear route of 13 km, with separate start and finish points.


The trail takes us through two municipalities, Castrelo de Miño and Ribadavia.


Just as on the previous trails, all along the way we can enjoy the different
establishments of the Ribeiro Wine Route, such as wineries, bars, restaurants
and rural lodgings.


We recommend following the trail in the direction indicated on the map on the
start panel, as the route is very steep and much easier to climb than to
descend.


To avoid getting lost along the way the trail is signposted from start to finish.


The signs which we will find along the path are as described at the start of this
guide. They are all red.


At the start of the trail we can see the largest extension of vineyards in the
whole Ribeiro area. These fields are an example of the management and
recovery of non-productive land.




                                           GEOGRAPHICAL COORDINATES

                                           START                    FINISH
                                   Latitude 42°20'40.57"N   Latitude 42°15'10.08"N
                                   Longitude 7°58'50.08"W   Longitude   8°10'3.12"W
Description of the Trail
PKm 0 - The Red Trail leaves from As Bouzas, a village in the municipality of
Castrelo de Miño. We start from one of the largest areas of vineyards in all
Galicia and take the road down towards Parada.




                                               Photo 1: Expanse of vineyards in
                                               As Bouzas.




Photo 2: Promenade through
the vineyards of As Bouzas.




Pkm 1.19 - We leave the road to take the path on our right through the village
of Parada and its vines. We continue along the path to O Souto.


PKm 4.0 - Remaining on the road we follow the signs up to the village of Santo
Estevo. Along the way we are treated to spectacular views of the landscape
formed by the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir and the vineyards which envelop it.
PKm 4.7– Leaving Santo Estevo behind we continue the route on the left-hand
path out of the village. We weave through vines and wild woods until arriving
at Barral. As we reach this parish we can sample some Ribeiro wine in the
Eduardo Peña Winery.


PKm 5.38 - We keep going along the road through Barral. After a tight curve
we turn left down a narrow path, at the start of which we will find the
Pousadoiro Winery. Continuing down the path we reach the Castrelo de Miño
Road. At this junction we go straight ahead. The trail will continue on the
promenade alongside the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir.


PKm 5.80 - On the promenade we will pass the Castrelo de Miño Nautical
Club, an ideal spot to rest or engage in one of the many leisure activities on
offer.




                                              Photos 3 & 4: Sports facilities at
                                              the Nautical Club of Castrelo de
                                              Miño.
PKm 6.07 - Having passed the Nautical Club we continue our route taking the
left-hand path which heads towards the road. On getting there we turn right,
to find two local establishments offering us a chance to savour the taste of
Ribeiro wine, Bar Ludeiro and Café-Bar Parque.


PKm 6.32 - Following the main road of Castrelo de Miño along the pavement
for about 300 metres, we then cross the road to take the uphill path on our
left.


PKm 7.34 - We pass through Cortiñas and O Pazo amongst the vines before
descending once more. At the junction we cross the road and continue straight
on, going down again to the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir.


PKm 7.9 - Onwards we go for around 400 metres before taking a left up to the
road, which we cross, continuing straight on towards Santa Mariña.


PKm 8.07 - We reach the centre of Santa Mariña. A 150 metre detour to see
the church of Santa Mariña is highly recommendable.




        Photo   5:   Santa
        Mariña church
PKm 8.76 - Once through the village of Santa Mariña the trail continues along
the path to O Ponto, where we take a track on our right down to the reservoir.
Following the signs we get to Santa Cristina Bridge which crosses the Miño
River and from which we can se Castrelo de Miño hydraulic dam.


PKm 9.55 - Once over the bridge we are in the municipality of Ribadavia. We
continue along the road until taking a right down a dirt track


PKm 10.8 - We follow this track around the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir up to
a crossing of the tracks. At this point the Red Trail and the Blue Trail take a
common path, thus the signs will indicate both colours. We take the path up
on our left.




      Photo 6: Views of the reservoir from the path along its banks.


PKm 11.0 - We follow the path up towards the San Paio de Ventosela Road
and turn left. We walk along the pavement for about 200 metres and take the
path down on the right.
PKm 12.1– Following the signs, we go through San Paio between houses and
vines, until reaching the junction with the road. Here we turn left and follow
the trail along the bank of the Avia River towards Ribadavia.


PKm 13.0 - End of the trail. We continue along the route, passing behind the
Municipal Sports Hall of Ribadavia until the San Francisco Bridge where the
trail ends. Past the bridge we are in the heart of the Old Town of Ribadavia
where numerous establishments associated with the Ribeiro Wine Route will
tempt us. We recommend a wander through the town, stopping to see the
spots of cultural interest to be found there.




                                                    Photo 7: Ribadavia.
                                                    River Avia Promenade.




                                                                Photo 8: Ribadavia.
                                                                      Main Square.
Photos 9 & 10: Ribadavia
                                      Castle




Photos 11 & 12: View of Ribadavia’s
Jewish Quarter
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General Characteristics
                  of the Trail
Having described the other trails forming part of the Network, we will now
describe the trail particularly designed for people with mobility difficulties or
physical disabilities, the Accessible Trail.


In addition to the description of the trail, at the end of this section we find a list
of all establishments linked to any of the trails which have wheelchair access.


To avoid getting lost we have only to follow the purple signs with the
wheelchair symbol. We will see the following sign:


        ACCESSIBLE TRAIL:
        Start Point: Ribadavia      Finish Point: Francelos
        Total distance = 3.24 Km
        Difficulty: Low
        Sings: Purple with the wheelchair symbol




At some points this trail coincides with the Blue Trail. For this reason we will
see only one marker but with two plastic plaques, indicating in each case the
path to follow, be it on the Blue Trail or the Accessible Trail.



                                               GEOGRAPHICAL COORDINATES

                                        START (Ribadavia)          FINISH (Francelos)
                                     Latitude 42°17'36.68"N   Latitude 42°16'36.03"N
                                     Longitude 8° 8'29.44"W   Longitude 8° 9'20.53"W
Description of the Trail

Pkm 0. We take Ribadavia as a starting point, at the beginning of the River
Avia promenade in the direction of Francelos. We may also happily begin the
trail in Francelos and follow it in the opposite direction, towards Ribadavia.


Our route follows the course of the Avia River along the earth path which
borders Ribadavia towards Francelos.

         “ Ribadavia is the capital of Ribeiro, a historic town where visitors may lose
         themselves amongst the stone streets, in which the important Jewish
         presence of medieval times is still felt.
         Declared a site of historical and artistic interest in 1947, Ribadavia is a good
         example of the glorious past history of a region where wine is a raison
         d'etre. This high quality product places amongst the best white wines of the
         world; its universal fame has taken the name of Galicia to the best tables for
         centuries.”




              “ The Jewish population established itself in Ribadavia in the 11 th
              century. The population grew and developed during the 12th and
              13th centuries, with a Jewish population of 1500 inhabitants at the
              start of the 14th century, half of the total population of the town,
              according to the chronicler Froissar. The Jewish and Christian
              peoples lived in harmony together, intertwined in all aspects of life
              except religion.”
PKm 0.40 - We go under the San Francisco Bridge. On the opposite bank of
the Avia we can see a big poster which is the Finish Panel for the Red Trail.
We however continue along our own trail, on which from now on we will also
see signs for the Blue Trail.


PKm 1.3 - We keep following the signs. At this point we can see the beautiful
landscape of the mouth of the River Avia as it flows into the River Miño.


PKm 3 - Here we reach a fork in the road. The Blue Trail continues along the
left-hand path, but we will take the right-hand path, along which we are
scarcely 600 metres from the end of the trail.


PKm 3.24 - End of the trail. We have reached the parish of Francelos, end
point of the Accessible Trail.
The best place to bring this route to a close is the Chapel of San Xes de
Francelos. This small Visigothic chapel originally belonged to an old medieval
monastery which is no longer standing. The importance and value of the
chapel derives from the integration of Pre-Romanesque decorative and
architectural features of earlier eras in later reconstructions.




Photo 1: San Xes de Francelos
Chapel.
Establishments with access for people with disabilities:

The establishments indicated below are drawn from all of the trails described
in this guide.


We have included all the places linked to the Ribeiro Wine Route which
provide access for people with physical disabilities or mobility difficulties.




COMBINED SERVICES:


  ESTABLISHMENT NAME                    ADDRESS                TRAIL WHERE
                                                                   FOUND
Viña Meín Rural Lodgings           San Clodio s/n Leiro          Green Trail
                                  32420 Leiro. Ourense

Hotel     Monumento        San     San Clodio s/n Leiro          Green Trail
Clodio                            32420 Leiro. Ourense
San Clodio Restaurant.

Hotel Spa & Restaurant Lai-        N120 Road Km 585               Blue Trail
as Caldaria.                       32459 Laias. Cenlle.
                                         Ourense
WINERIES:


 ESTABLISHMENT NAME         ADDRESS              TRAIL WHERE
                                                    FOUND
Eduardo Peña           Lugar de Barral s/n         Red Trail
                        324030 Castrelo de
                          Miño. Ourense
Pousadoiro               A Capela. Barral          Red Trail
                        32232 Castrelo de
                          Miño. Ourense
Parente García         Lugar de As Chabolas        Blue Trail
                         22. 32454 Cenlle.
                             Ourense.
Manuel Formigo           Cabo da Vila,49.         Green Trail


Alemparte                 r/Lg. Gomariz           Green Trail
                       32429 Gomariz, Leiro




ACCOMMODATION:

  ESTABLISHMENT NAME          ADDRESS            TRAIL WHERE
                                                     FOUND

A Reitoral de Pazos     Pazos de Arenteiro s/n     Green Trail
                       32514 Boborás. Ouren-
                                  se
THEMED LEISURE:

 ESTABLISHMENT NAME              ADDRESS            TRAIL WHERE
                                                        FOUND
A   Tafona   da   Herminia Travesía Porta Nova 2   Blue and Red Trails
(Local craft products and     32400 Ribadavia
Jewish sweet shop)


Castrelo de Miño Nautical   Alejandro Ferrer s/n        Red Trail
Club                         32430 Castrelo de
                               Miño. Ourense
PRACTICAL ADVICE


Before starting a route, plan the stops you will
make along the way.

Always wear comfortable footwear and suitable
clothing.

Take a mobile phone with you in case of emergency.
Always   carry water with you.


Wear a reflective tabard and easily-visible clothing
when walking along busy roads.




                           EMERGENCY NUMBERS
                           Emergency Services 112
                                 Forest Fires 085
REMEMBER ...
   Leave places as you would hope to find them.
   Follow the paths marked to avoid trampling crops or eroding
    the soil.
   Respect the flora and fauna so that we may always delight in
    Galicia’s natural beauty.
   Keep all rubbish with you until finding a suitable container for
    its disposal.
   We recommend taking cold or prepared foods with you. Fire
    spreads quickly.
   Check your bicycle thoroughly before setting off if you intend
    to cycle and consult the weather forecast..
   Protect yourself with a helmet when cycling.




                          MORE INFORMATION

                          Ribadavia Tourist Office
                                988.47.12.75
                            Council of Ribadavia
                        988.47.71.00 www.ribadavia.es
                    Weather Forecast. Galician Parliament
                             www.meteogalicia.es
Ribeiro Wine Route
  Trav. Ribeiro nº3, baixo
32.400 Ribadavia (Ourense)


  T (+34) 988.47.20.44
      F 988.47.22.40


 www.rutadelvinoribeiro.com
ruta@rutadelvinoribeiro.com

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Topographical Guide English

  • 1. TOPOGRAPHIC GUIDE “The Ribeiro Wine Route Network of Walking & Cycling Trails” BLUE TRAIL GREEN TRAIL RED TRAIL ACCESSIBLE TRAIL
  • 2. Title: Network of Walking & Cycling Trails Publisher: Ribadavia Council Project cofinanced by FEDER Content Creation. Texts: ServiTerra Enxeñería S.L Design & Layout : ServiTerra Enxeñería S.L Year: 2011
  • 3. The history of the Ribeiro region has long been intertwined with the wine of the same name, cornerstone of the local economy. The gentle slopes leading down to the Avia River, plush with vines, are the main resource for many parishes on either bank. The beautiful landscape resulting from these vineyards, so characteristic of our region, offers multiple leisure opportunities. The Ribeiro Wine Route Network of Walking and Cycling Trails has been created to aid and inform your full enjoyment of the area. The path along any one of the routes forming the Network will lead us to enigmatic places such as the Arenteiro Stately Home, or the natural beauty spot of the Prexigueiro Hot Springs. The many wineries which dot our region must not go without mention, the traditional knowledge contained within them being what confers that special flavour on our wines.
  • 4. Finding our way around We use a simple system of signs to guide us easily around the trails. On each route there are specific signs which indicate the trail, tell us if we have taken the wrong path, and point out places of natural, cultural or ethnographic interest. Depending on the route we are following we will find signs in four different colours: Green: Whenever we see a green sign we know that we are on the Green Trail. Blue: The blue signs indicate the Blue Trail. Red: We’re on the Red Trail. Blue and Red: We’re on a path shared by the Blue and Red Trails. Purple: We’re on the Accessible Trail. We will come across the following types of sign: MARKERS: these are wooden posts with a plastic plaque on top, where the colour of the trail and the Ribeiro Wine Route logo appear. If we are on the right path, we will see two parallel lines, whereas if we have strayed from the trail the two lines will be in the form of Satire cross.
  • 5. Right way Wrong way An example of a Green An example of a Green Trail marker Trail marker The logo of the Ribeiro Wine Route and the corresponding colour will always appear on the marker. PAINTED MARKINGS: just as the markers do, the painted markings let us know if we are following the right path. They will be mostly found on electricity posts, walls or rocks along the trail. There are two types of paint markings: Right way: Wrong way: These markings are of two parallel lines These markings are of two lines in a about 5 cm long. The upper band is white diagonal cross. A white line crosses and the lower one indicates the trail on over a line corresponding to the colour which we find ourselves: green, blue, red of the route we are following: green, or purple. blue, red or purple. An example of a right way paint An example of a wrong way marking on the Blue Trail. paint marking on the Blue Trail.
  • 6. ARROWS: The arrows we will come across along the trails indicate points of natural, cultural and ethnographic interest, and the different estalishments forming part of the Ribeiro Wine Route which are to be found in the vicinity. The arrows point us in the right direction and give the distance to the spot in question. Each arrow includes a square with the Ribeiro Wine Route logo and the colour of the trail we are on: green, blue, red or purple. MODEL 1: The arrow indicates a place, MODEL 2: The arrow indicates an its distance, the path to follow and the establishment linked to the Ribeiro colour of the trail, the Green Trail. Wine Route, its distance, the path to follow and the colour of the trail, the Red Trail.
  • 7. START AND FINISH PANELS: At the start and finish of each trail we will find a wooden panel, 1 x 0.7 m large, which gives the characteristics of the route. Just like the other signs along the route, the panels coincide with the colour of the trail: green, blue or red. In the case of the Accessible Route, instead of panels, purple wooden stands offer us the same information. The panels and stands contain the following information:  Map of the complete course of the route.  Topographic profile of the route.  Establishments forming part of the Ribeiro Wine Route which can be found along the trail.  Some information about the local grape varieties, the tipe of work undertaken in the vineyards, and some extracts of Galician poetry. Drawing 1: Start Panel for the Blue Trail.
  • 8. On these pages we can see a series of photographs of the signs we may encounter along the various routes: PHOTO 1: Right way PHOTO 2: Arrows indicating places on the marker on the Green Trail. Blue Trail, the Red Trail, and appearing on both Red and Blue. PHOTO 3: Start panel for the Blue Trail.
  • 9. PHOTO 4: Arrow indicating an establishment on the Green Trail. PHOTO 6: Wrong way marker on the Green Trail PHOTO 5: Right way marker on the shared in A Veronza park. Blue and Red Trail. PHOTOS 7 & 8: Right and wrong way paint markings on the Green Trail.
  • 11. General Characteristics of the Trail The Green Trail is a circular path covering a total of 35km. We recommend completing the route in the direction indicated on the map and following the description in this topographic guide. To avoid getting lost along the way the trail is signposted from start to finish. The signs which we will find along the path are as described at the start of this guide. They are all green. This trail will take us through countryside packed with vineyards, the heart of the Ribeiro region. The indigenous grape varieties that flourish across the landscape give those special flavours to our wines. In addition to vineyards we will pass by medieval towns, Romanesque churches, beautiful oak woods, wild forests, river banks and abandoned villages which even today conserve the traditional charm and magic of our land through age-old legends. All along the trail we will encounter opportunities to savour Ribeiro wine. A host of establishments offer not only wine but delicious Galician meals and the chance to spend the night before continuing along the route. GEOGRAPHICAL COORDINATES START/FINISH POINT Latitude 42°17'46.06"N Longitude 8° 8'16.13"W
  • 12. Description of the Trail PKm 0 - The Green Trail begins in the municipality of Ribadavia, in A Veronza park. We follow the earth track which crosses the park towards San Cristovo de Regodeigón. PKm 2.07 - At San Cristovo football ground the path splits in two. To the left it heads in the direction of the municipality of Beade. This is the route suggested for the Green Trail and which this description follows. Were we to continue straight ahead we would be moving towards the parish of San Clodio which is found in the municipality of Leiro. Pkm 2.37– We cross the road at the pedestrian crossing and go straight on through San Cristovo parish, continuing the route along the paths which run through the vineyards. PKm 4.17– Four-way crossroads. At this point the trail continues straight ahead on an uphill path. On the right we find the Cooperativa San Roque de Beade Winery. PKm 4.45– Arrival at the Beade Municipal Sports. Hall Going straight on, we cross the road into the heart of the town of Beade. Following the route we are well-placed to visit Manuel Formigo Winery. After crossing the road the path ascends straight ahead towards the Arco da Vella and Eladio Wineries.
  • 13. PKm 5.76—Once past the winery we take the right hand path down towards Calvario and the church of Beade. We keep going along the track on the left of the church, which will lead us from the area of Beade into that of Leiro. Photo 1: Beade church PKm 6.18 - Here in the municipality of Leiro we arrive at the Pazo de Vieite Winery. We keep going straight along the path which will take us to the town of Vieite, then along the road which crosses through it and ascends towards the church. The path continues to rise, and when we reach “O Priorato” we take the right-hand path which goes through the vineyards, later turning onto a track on the left which takes us deeper in amongst the grapes. PKm 8.19 - The trail leads us through the vines until the abandoned village of O Ibedo. At this point we follow the tracks through the forest upto the village of Barzamedelle where a fountain and a shady spot offer us the chance of a rest. Crossing the village, we slope down towards the main road where we will take a left turn into Leiro town centre.
  • 14. PKm 10.7- Having passed Leiro town centre we get to a crossroads where we will see the Post Office. At this point, the trail divides in two. Walkers should take the left-hand path uphill, following the “Camiño Real” into the parish of Lebosende. Cyclists should keep going straight ahead until taking the road which leads directly to the Stately Home of Arenteiro within the municipality of Boborás. PKm 11.5- Having passed along part of the Camiño Real we get to the parish of Lebosende where we take the uphill road on the right which goes through the parish and its vineyards. Following the tracks of the Ribeiro hills, we arrive at the Stately Home of Arenteiro in the municipality of Boborás. PKm 15.8- At the Stately Home of Arenteiro cyclists and walkers are re- united once more. We follow the course of the River Avia and go uphill towards the town centre, taking the right hand path which will take us up to the lodgings at the Pazos Rectory. Here we take the descending path in front of us towards the Thermal Springs of Os Fumes until we reach the bridge over the Arenteiro River. Photo 2: Bridge over the River Arenteiro. Photo 3: Stone statue at the river.
  • 15. PKm 16.2 - Crossing the bridge over the Arenteiro River we then take a right towards Cabanelas, a parish in the municipality of O Carballiño. PKm 16.9 - After a light ascent along paths between wild forests and acacias, we reach a dirt track. At this point we go right, heading back down towards the River Avia and following its course until Cabanelas electrical power station. PKm 19.7- Leaving behind the Cabanelas power station we go uphill in the direction of the road, where we go right towards the Alemparte Winery, situated in the parish of Gomariz in the municipality of Leiro. There we take the downwards path on the right. PKm 20.6 - We continue along the path which meanders between wild forests and vineyards, and then ascends to the road. Having reached the road we take a right, walking around 100 metres to the junction and taking a left uphill towards the parish of Gomariz. Photo 4: Vineyards in Gomariz.
  • 16. PKm 21.5 - Once through the square of the parish of Santa María de Gomariz, we take the path on the right hand side which leads to the Coto de Gomariz Winery. From there, we take the right hand path which crosses numerous vineyards until arriving at the village of Cubilledo. PKm 22.6 - In the village of Cubilledo we cross the square, Praza da Pepa, and take the trail on the right, going through very large vineyards. We follow the downhill path towards San Clodio Cemetery. PKm 24.7- At the cemetery we turn right towards the medieval Monastery of San Clodio, where there is accommodation and a restaurant. Following the trail up to the central square of San Clodio, we take a left passing the Dona Blanca lodgings. Photo 5: San Clodio Monastery. PKm 26.2- Having left San Clodio, we take the road towards Cenlle. On this route we can rest at the Viña Mein Winery or keep going until the village of Cuñas where we find the Valdavia Winery.
  • 17. PKm 27.2- Once through Cuñas, we will take the path on the left which leads directly to the road. We follow the path as it continues parallel to the road, later crossing the road to continue on the path alongside the River Avia. PKm 28.3- We border the river until coming to a left turning which takes us through a tunnel under the road, beginning a mild ascent. At the next crossroads we take a right to head down once more to the banks of the Avia. PKm 31.2- We continue along the banks of the River Avia through the parish of Esposende in the municipality of Cenlle. On this path we will get to the municipality of Ribadavia, crossing through the parishes of Esposende and Camporredondo in the direction of Quinza. PKm 32.7- We arrive at the bridge of A Quinza, where A Quinza restaurant offers meals and refreshments. Crossing the bridge over the Avia we turn left towards the football ground of San Cristovo. PKm 33.0- Here we continue in the direction of Ribadavia until reaching the park of A Veronza where this route finishes. PKm 35.0 - End of the trail. We are back at A Veronza park. Photo 6: A Veronza
  • 19. General Characteristics of the Trail The Blue Trail is a linear route of 27.8 km, thus having separate start and finish points. The start of the route is at Santa Cruz de Arrabaldo, and it comes to an end in Prexigueiro (municipality of Ribadavia). The trail is fully signposted along the route to keep us on the right path. The signs which we will find along the path are as described at the start of this guide. They are all blue. This trail is defined by the constant presence of the River Miño and the many streams which flow into it along the way. In these waters we find the thermal springs so characteristic of the Ribeiro region, originating from the ascension of hot, sulphurous water through granite soil. All along the trail we will encounter opportunities to savour Ribeiro wine. A host of establishments offer not only wine but delicious Galician meals and the sulphurous waters of our spas. G C E START O O O G Latitude 42°20'40.57"N R R D Longitude 7°58'50.08"W A I P N H FINISH A I T C Latitude 42°15'10.08"N E A Photo 1: The sulphurous waters of S Longitude 8°10'3.12"W L Prexigueiro.
  • 20. Description of the Trail PKm 0 - To begin this trail we leave from Santa Cruz de Arrabaldo in the municipality of Ourense. We start the route going up the road towards the Pazo Casanova Winery and take the path on the left-hand side. PKm 0.28 - This path takes us to the main road, which we cross, continuing a few metres uphill to then turn left onto the path which takes us away form the road. PKm 1.66 - We keep following this path until we reach the road again. At this point we turn right, passing below the motorway bridge. A few metres further on we take a minor road which runs parallel to the main road. PKm 2.75 - We keep going until we reach the bridge over the River Barbantiño. Here we leave the municipality of Ourense and head into that of Punxín and the parish of Barbantes. PKm 3.60 - Having crossed the bridge we go uphill towards the road, where we turn left. Walking along the pavement for 250 metres, we then cross the road to take the right-hand path which will lead us to the main road. Here we recommend walking on the left-hand side of the road, wearing easily-visible clothing and a reflective tabard. Photo 2: Reflective Tabard
  • 21. PKm 4,47- At this point we leave the municipality of Punxín and arrive at the village of Barbantes Estación, in the municipality of Cenlle. We continue along the road until we reach a raised stone granary, where we take the left-hand path which descends to the start of the promenade along the banks of the river. PKm 4,56– From the promenade we can enjoy the beauty of the landscape of the River Miño and the characteristic vegetation of the area. The promenade is around 3 kilometres long. Photo 2: Castrelo de Miño Reservoir Photo 3: Castrelo de Miño Reservoir as seen from the promenade in Barbantes Estación.
  • 22. PKm 7.45 - At the end of the promenade we find the Spa of Laias. Our route passes under the railway bridge and ascends towards the parish of Laias. PKm 8.00 - On reaching the road, we cross it and continue uphill, then take the path which runs parallel to the dual carriageway and leads us to Laias petrol station. PKm 9.58 - We continue along the road for about 200 metres, then cross it to take the path going down on the left, which will lead us to the village of Razamonde. PKm 11.5 - We follow the signs through the village of Razamonde. Passing under the road, we get to a communal washing area where we take the path on the left which leads us through the vines to the road. Here we turn left for about 200 metres and then take the left-hand path into the village of Xubín. PKm 12.3 - Having passed through the village of Xubín and the vineyards which surround it we ascend once more towards the road where we turn left and continue for around 400 metres. When walking along roads we recommend taking suitable precautions. PKm 12.7 - Leaving the road we take the path on the left. We will walk through fields of grapes until reaching Trasariz Park and Cenlle Town Hall.
  • 23. PKm 13.5 - We keep going to the left along the road until we arrive at the junction with the main road, where we turn once more to the left. This part of the route goes along the road and due care is advised. PKm 14.5 - Leaving the main road we turn left. At this point we cross from the municipality of Cenlle into Sanín in the municipality of Ribadavia. PKm 16.4 - Always following the signs, we go through the town of Sanín, into the vineyards which border the bed of the River Miño. Upon reaching the village of As Chavolas in Ribadavia we may branch off from the trail to visit the Parente García Winery at a distance of 200 metres. We take the bridge over the railway tracks and follow the path around the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir. Photo 4: Vineyards on the banks of the reservoir. PKm 19.0 - At this point the Blue and Red Trails converge, thus the signposts are shared by the two routes. We go up the right-hand path which will take us in the direction of San Paio de Ventosela. Arriving at the road we continue 200 metres to the left, cross the road and take the path downwards on our right.
  • 24. PKm 20.2 - We follow the paths through San Paio, crossing the train tracks to the road. We take a path to the left bordering the River Avia which will take us to Ribadavia town centre. Photo 5: View of Ribadavia from San Francisco Bridge. PKm 21.7 - Following the course of the River Avia we get to San Francisco Bridge, which we cross, then descending towards the river promenade and the mouth of the Avia. Photo 6: Mouth of the Avia River as it flows into the River Miño. PKm 24.1– We leave the bank of the Miño River to take a right uphill towards the parish of Francelos. Once there we take the road on the left towards the football ground.
  • 25. PKm 25.0- Bordering the football ground we reach the road, where we go left towards the village of Prexigueiro, paying due care and attention at all times. Pkm 25.9 - We leave the road briefly and descend towards the mini power station. PKm 26.4 - At the junction of the power station we take the tarmacked lane on our right which leads up to the road. We cross the road carefully and take the left-hand path which goes uphill to the village of Prexigueiro. PKm 27.2 - We pass under the road bridge and go into the heart of Prexigueiro village. At this point we turn left for around 200 metres until reaching another junction, where we take a right down to the Prexigueiro Hot Springs. PKm 28.0 - End of the trail. At Prexigueiro Hot Springs we can take a rejuvenating soak in the warm sulphorous waters. Photos 7 & 8: Images of the Prexiguei- ro Hot Springs.
  • 27. Caracteristics of the Trail The Red Trail is a linear route of 13 km, with separate start and finish points. The trail takes us through two municipalities, Castrelo de Miño and Ribadavia. Just as on the previous trails, all along the way we can enjoy the different establishments of the Ribeiro Wine Route, such as wineries, bars, restaurants and rural lodgings. We recommend following the trail in the direction indicated on the map on the start panel, as the route is very steep and much easier to climb than to descend. To avoid getting lost along the way the trail is signposted from start to finish. The signs which we will find along the path are as described at the start of this guide. They are all red. At the start of the trail we can see the largest extension of vineyards in the whole Ribeiro area. These fields are an example of the management and recovery of non-productive land. GEOGRAPHICAL COORDINATES START FINISH Latitude 42°20'40.57"N Latitude 42°15'10.08"N Longitude 7°58'50.08"W Longitude 8°10'3.12"W
  • 28. Description of the Trail PKm 0 - The Red Trail leaves from As Bouzas, a village in the municipality of Castrelo de Miño. We start from one of the largest areas of vineyards in all Galicia and take the road down towards Parada. Photo 1: Expanse of vineyards in As Bouzas. Photo 2: Promenade through the vineyards of As Bouzas. Pkm 1.19 - We leave the road to take the path on our right through the village of Parada and its vines. We continue along the path to O Souto. PKm 4.0 - Remaining on the road we follow the signs up to the village of Santo Estevo. Along the way we are treated to spectacular views of the landscape formed by the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir and the vineyards which envelop it.
  • 29. PKm 4.7– Leaving Santo Estevo behind we continue the route on the left-hand path out of the village. We weave through vines and wild woods until arriving at Barral. As we reach this parish we can sample some Ribeiro wine in the Eduardo Peña Winery. PKm 5.38 - We keep going along the road through Barral. After a tight curve we turn left down a narrow path, at the start of which we will find the Pousadoiro Winery. Continuing down the path we reach the Castrelo de Miño Road. At this junction we go straight ahead. The trail will continue on the promenade alongside the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir. PKm 5.80 - On the promenade we will pass the Castrelo de Miño Nautical Club, an ideal spot to rest or engage in one of the many leisure activities on offer. Photos 3 & 4: Sports facilities at the Nautical Club of Castrelo de Miño.
  • 30. PKm 6.07 - Having passed the Nautical Club we continue our route taking the left-hand path which heads towards the road. On getting there we turn right, to find two local establishments offering us a chance to savour the taste of Ribeiro wine, Bar Ludeiro and Café-Bar Parque. PKm 6.32 - Following the main road of Castrelo de Miño along the pavement for about 300 metres, we then cross the road to take the uphill path on our left. PKm 7.34 - We pass through Cortiñas and O Pazo amongst the vines before descending once more. At the junction we cross the road and continue straight on, going down again to the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir. PKm 7.9 - Onwards we go for around 400 metres before taking a left up to the road, which we cross, continuing straight on towards Santa Mariña. PKm 8.07 - We reach the centre of Santa Mariña. A 150 metre detour to see the church of Santa Mariña is highly recommendable. Photo 5: Santa Mariña church
  • 31. PKm 8.76 - Once through the village of Santa Mariña the trail continues along the path to O Ponto, where we take a track on our right down to the reservoir. Following the signs we get to Santa Cristina Bridge which crosses the Miño River and from which we can se Castrelo de Miño hydraulic dam. PKm 9.55 - Once over the bridge we are in the municipality of Ribadavia. We continue along the road until taking a right down a dirt track PKm 10.8 - We follow this track around the Castrelo de Miño Reservoir up to a crossing of the tracks. At this point the Red Trail and the Blue Trail take a common path, thus the signs will indicate both colours. We take the path up on our left. Photo 6: Views of the reservoir from the path along its banks. PKm 11.0 - We follow the path up towards the San Paio de Ventosela Road and turn left. We walk along the pavement for about 200 metres and take the path down on the right.
  • 32. PKm 12.1– Following the signs, we go through San Paio between houses and vines, until reaching the junction with the road. Here we turn left and follow the trail along the bank of the Avia River towards Ribadavia. PKm 13.0 - End of the trail. We continue along the route, passing behind the Municipal Sports Hall of Ribadavia until the San Francisco Bridge where the trail ends. Past the bridge we are in the heart of the Old Town of Ribadavia where numerous establishments associated with the Ribeiro Wine Route will tempt us. We recommend a wander through the town, stopping to see the spots of cultural interest to be found there. Photo 7: Ribadavia. River Avia Promenade. Photo 8: Ribadavia. Main Square.
  • 33. Photos 9 & 10: Ribadavia Castle Photos 11 & 12: View of Ribadavia’s Jewish Quarter
  • 35. General Characteristics of the Trail Having described the other trails forming part of the Network, we will now describe the trail particularly designed for people with mobility difficulties or physical disabilities, the Accessible Trail. In addition to the description of the trail, at the end of this section we find a list of all establishments linked to any of the trails which have wheelchair access. To avoid getting lost we have only to follow the purple signs with the wheelchair symbol. We will see the following sign: ACCESSIBLE TRAIL: Start Point: Ribadavia Finish Point: Francelos Total distance = 3.24 Km Difficulty: Low Sings: Purple with the wheelchair symbol At some points this trail coincides with the Blue Trail. For this reason we will see only one marker but with two plastic plaques, indicating in each case the path to follow, be it on the Blue Trail or the Accessible Trail. GEOGRAPHICAL COORDINATES START (Ribadavia) FINISH (Francelos) Latitude 42°17'36.68"N Latitude 42°16'36.03"N Longitude 8° 8'29.44"W Longitude 8° 9'20.53"W
  • 36. Description of the Trail Pkm 0. We take Ribadavia as a starting point, at the beginning of the River Avia promenade in the direction of Francelos. We may also happily begin the trail in Francelos and follow it in the opposite direction, towards Ribadavia. Our route follows the course of the Avia River along the earth path which borders Ribadavia towards Francelos. “ Ribadavia is the capital of Ribeiro, a historic town where visitors may lose themselves amongst the stone streets, in which the important Jewish presence of medieval times is still felt. Declared a site of historical and artistic interest in 1947, Ribadavia is a good example of the glorious past history of a region where wine is a raison d'etre. This high quality product places amongst the best white wines of the world; its universal fame has taken the name of Galicia to the best tables for centuries.” “ The Jewish population established itself in Ribadavia in the 11 th century. The population grew and developed during the 12th and 13th centuries, with a Jewish population of 1500 inhabitants at the start of the 14th century, half of the total population of the town, according to the chronicler Froissar. The Jewish and Christian peoples lived in harmony together, intertwined in all aspects of life except religion.”
  • 37. PKm 0.40 - We go under the San Francisco Bridge. On the opposite bank of the Avia we can see a big poster which is the Finish Panel for the Red Trail. We however continue along our own trail, on which from now on we will also see signs for the Blue Trail. PKm 1.3 - We keep following the signs. At this point we can see the beautiful landscape of the mouth of the River Avia as it flows into the River Miño. PKm 3 - Here we reach a fork in the road. The Blue Trail continues along the left-hand path, but we will take the right-hand path, along which we are scarcely 600 metres from the end of the trail. PKm 3.24 - End of the trail. We have reached the parish of Francelos, end point of the Accessible Trail. The best place to bring this route to a close is the Chapel of San Xes de Francelos. This small Visigothic chapel originally belonged to an old medieval monastery which is no longer standing. The importance and value of the chapel derives from the integration of Pre-Romanesque decorative and architectural features of earlier eras in later reconstructions. Photo 1: San Xes de Francelos Chapel.
  • 38. Establishments with access for people with disabilities: The establishments indicated below are drawn from all of the trails described in this guide. We have included all the places linked to the Ribeiro Wine Route which provide access for people with physical disabilities or mobility difficulties. COMBINED SERVICES: ESTABLISHMENT NAME ADDRESS TRAIL WHERE FOUND Viña Meín Rural Lodgings San Clodio s/n Leiro Green Trail 32420 Leiro. Ourense Hotel Monumento San San Clodio s/n Leiro Green Trail Clodio 32420 Leiro. Ourense San Clodio Restaurant. Hotel Spa & Restaurant Lai- N120 Road Km 585 Blue Trail as Caldaria. 32459 Laias. Cenlle. Ourense
  • 39. WINERIES: ESTABLISHMENT NAME ADDRESS TRAIL WHERE FOUND Eduardo Peña Lugar de Barral s/n Red Trail 324030 Castrelo de Miño. Ourense Pousadoiro A Capela. Barral Red Trail 32232 Castrelo de Miño. Ourense Parente García Lugar de As Chabolas Blue Trail 22. 32454 Cenlle. Ourense. Manuel Formigo Cabo da Vila,49. Green Trail Alemparte r/Lg. Gomariz Green Trail 32429 Gomariz, Leiro ACCOMMODATION: ESTABLISHMENT NAME ADDRESS TRAIL WHERE FOUND A Reitoral de Pazos Pazos de Arenteiro s/n Green Trail 32514 Boborás. Ouren- se
  • 40. THEMED LEISURE: ESTABLISHMENT NAME ADDRESS TRAIL WHERE FOUND A Tafona da Herminia Travesía Porta Nova 2 Blue and Red Trails (Local craft products and 32400 Ribadavia Jewish sweet shop) Castrelo de Miño Nautical Alejandro Ferrer s/n Red Trail Club 32430 Castrelo de Miño. Ourense
  • 41. PRACTICAL ADVICE Before starting a route, plan the stops you will make along the way. Always wear comfortable footwear and suitable clothing. Take a mobile phone with you in case of emergency. Always carry water with you. Wear a reflective tabard and easily-visible clothing when walking along busy roads. EMERGENCY NUMBERS Emergency Services 112 Forest Fires 085
  • 42. REMEMBER ...  Leave places as you would hope to find them.  Follow the paths marked to avoid trampling crops or eroding the soil.  Respect the flora and fauna so that we may always delight in Galicia’s natural beauty.  Keep all rubbish with you until finding a suitable container for its disposal.  We recommend taking cold or prepared foods with you. Fire spreads quickly.  Check your bicycle thoroughly before setting off if you intend to cycle and consult the weather forecast..  Protect yourself with a helmet when cycling. MORE INFORMATION Ribadavia Tourist Office 988.47.12.75 Council of Ribadavia 988.47.71.00 www.ribadavia.es Weather Forecast. Galician Parliament www.meteogalicia.es
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  • 44. Ribeiro Wine Route Trav. Ribeiro nº3, baixo 32.400 Ribadavia (Ourense) T (+34) 988.47.20.44 F 988.47.22.40 www.rutadelvinoribeiro.com ruta@rutadelvinoribeiro.com