Monte Aloia

We had a great afternoon at Monte Aloia national park.
We started the day at the visitor centre where Fernando, a very friendly and knowledgeable park employee with brilliant spoken English told us the history of the park and gave us an insight into the flora and wildlife.
There were wild gardens to first explore and after that we went to the monastery area at the top of the mountain where several relatively short trails took you in different directions with different landmarks to find.
The day we visited the weather wasn't good but that only added to the beauty with a lovely mist that descend through the trees and gave they area a very mystical feel. Being Irish we're use to this type of climate when out walking, so we were at home😁
And to finish there is also a restaurant where you can get hot traditional food, and also coffees and beers if you like.
If you can make the time I'd also recommend visiting the archeological site of Castro Alto Dos Cubos. This is near the bottom of the mountain and is signposted where to park (say hi to the donkey and horse in the farm yard as you go bye). From there it's a nice 2km trek through a forest track where you come upon the site with a spectacular panoramic view of the nearby town and countryside.
This visit to Monte Aloia which was only a 30 minute drive from Vigo was one of the many highlight of our holiday to Vigo and a lovely memory to have made.

A lovely natural park, great place for kids, stunning views of the Miño valley and Portugal. You can also take a 9km hike to Monte Galiñeiro in Vincios if you are more adventurous.

Excelente place for walking and relax. Beautiful landscape

A truly magical place!

Super nice place. Tomorrow cycling so we will get a better impression

Natural Park full of nature and wild animals.

Natural Park, with an interesting arboretum, including tree species from around de world. There is a rustic restaurant worth visiting. But better if you book in advance, because it is usually busy.
Have a look at the scenic views from the top of the mountain.

Amazing views

Fantastic

Don't come here, we don't want this place inundated with tourists.

The forest whispers my name

Wonderful natural park with amazing views of the surrounding mountains.

Natural park. Beatiful landscapes. Wonderful environment. Plenty of ancient trees

Great sights of the river Minho, Tui and surrounding areas, beautiful environment.

Must see

Trail do aloia 2021

Beautiful park with great waterfalls

Amazing

MTB, cycling, hiking, sightseeing, food.

Beautiful views