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FactfileThe population of Vigo is almost 300,000 although the

number of people who actually work, study and live in the city may reach half a million. This makes up 32% of the population of the Pontevedra province and 12% of the whole population of Galicia.

As well as being the most populated city in Galicia, historically it is also the city that has experienced the highest migration. Hundreds of thousands of emigrants left from Vigo port to sail to Latin America, while others remained to make this city their own, helping to build it.

Vigo is a relatively modern city. Its charter dates back to 1810 and it was really in the twentieth century when major urban development and population growth occurred - the population multiplied by twenty.

The city is situated in the middle of the “Ría de Vigo”. Named after the city, this southernmost inlet of the Rías Baixas is undoubtedly the most beautiful of the “Rías”. Stretching from the Cíes Islands to the island of San Simón, where it broadens after the bridge at Rande, the whole bay is dotted with picturesque little fishing villages, overlooked by the Olive City also known as “The Gate to the Atlantic”. Its beaches are very atractive with fantastic nautical facilities to practice water sports and routes along the “Ría”.

Vigo city limits cover an area of 110km2 over a very varied landscape. Its highest points are the hills of O Castro and A Guía, and from there it winds down to the charming old quarter. For the visitor there are excellent views of the bay from several vantage points. One unusual feature of Vigo is that it is a developed urban metropolis on the one hand, but also incorporates rural areas on the other.

Compared to the rest of Galicia, Vigo is fortunate to have a unique local climate which is usually sunny and warm in summer but not unbearably so.

Location:42º 14’ North, 8º 45’ WestArea: 110km2Population:almost 300,000 inhabitantsPopulation density:2,755 inhabitants/ km2Mean rainfall:1.400 liters/m2 per annumMean temperature: 15ºCC

Province of Pontevedra..................3Sectors distribution of activities......4Education centres...........................4University.......................................5Business Schools.............................5Job search.......................................5Sports.............................................6Nature............................................6VIGO...............................................7

History.....................................7Museums and Culture.............8Cinemas.................................10Other places of interest.........10Beaches in Vigo.....................11Tracks and Trails.....................12Night-spots............................12Sports Facilities .....................12Eat and drink.........................13Getting to Vigo......................14Festivals in Vigo andsurrounding...........................15

VIGOSummary

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Map of Vigo

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Province of Pontevedra

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Sectors distribution of activitiesIndustrial activities in the metropolitan area

of Vigo have risen by 33.6% during the period 2000-2006, making it an entrepreneurial hotspot and Galicia’s largest industrial zone.

In 2007 the city registered 26,495 activities, of which over 6000 are devoted to real estate and business, almost 1500 to industry in general, and some 2200 to construction.

Table reflecting the number of businesses per Activity

Extraction industry 3Manufacturing industry 1.486Electricity, gas an water 23Construction 2.188Commerce 8.494Hotel trade 2.188Transport 1.919Financial services 763Real estate and business services 6.086Education 597Healthand social services 1.036Other services 1.587

The area of Vigo has a total of 38,531 businesses, 12% of which are based in the city centre. The metropolitan area accounts for almost 17% of the total figure.

Vigo is an economic powerhouse because of its businesses. Pescanova , Zeltia and the Banco de Galicia , three Galician companies quoted on the Spanish Stock Exchange, all have their headquarters in Vigo or its metropolitan area. The list also includes other successful companies such as Comunitel-Tele 2 and Cementos Cosmos .

One of Vigo’s main economic sources of income comes from the automobile industry, at the head of which is the French group PSA Peugeot-Citroën . Ship building, fishing, and granite quarrying are also major contributors.

Education centresVigo has a wide range of learning centres

that cater for all levels. Dotted around the

city are about 90 primary schools and 75 secondary schools offering the four branches of the Baccalaureate:

-Arts-Natural Sciences and Health-Humanities and Social Sciences-Technology-Vocational training colleges provide

everything from the commonest modules to more specific courses such as Business Management, Management and Finance, Secretarial studies, Electronics and Electronic Design.

• IES A Guía. Avenida Dona Fermina 1 [email protected]

• IES Politécnico de Vigo Rúa TORRECEDEIRA 88 986213025w w w . e d u . x u n t a . e s / c e n t r o s /

iespolitecnicovigo/• INSTITUTO Marítimo Pesqueiro do Atlántico

Rúa Beiramar 55 [email protected]

• CIFP Manuel Antonio Avenida de Madrid, s/n (Apartado 3138) [email protected]

• CIFP Valentín Paz Andrade Estrada vella de Madrid 160 986270904www.edu.xunta.es/centros/cifppazandrade

• IES Ricardo Mella Estrada Vella de Madrid 177 986253711www.edu.xunta.es/centros/iesricardomella/

• IES de Teis Avenida de Galicia 101 [email protected]

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• IES Audiovisual de Vigo Rúa Eduardo Cabel s/n [email protected]

• CIFP de Coia Rúa Baiona 28 [email protected]

UniversityIn just over ten years, the University of Vigo

has become a point of reference in Galicia in terms of modernity and innovation thanks to the quality of education it offers and to the considerable absorption by Galicia’s industries and companies of its technological assets.

Since its creation, the University has pursued its commitment to developing the community, providing top quality education in all its courses, some of which are exclusive to Vigo, and meeting the objectives for European convergence. In the academic year 2003-4 the ‘Ciudad Universitaria’ was opened 15 km from Vigo city. It is a splendid example of contemporary Galician architecture.

One of the most positive aspects of the University of Vigo lies in its sensitivity to the expectations of the business sector. It shares with it the results of its research groups and contributes an expanding scientific knowledge base while exploiting its ability to attract external resources, either through services rendered to businesses or through public tenders. At the same time, large businesses finance research programmes centred on the sectors to which the sponsoring companies belong.

Business SchoolsCaixanova’s Business School is one of the

most important of its kind in Galicia. Since 1987 it has been contributing to the development of businesses in the community and environs. The school is the first of these characteristics

in Galicia and, since its creation, has gone from strength to strength, securing its place as the leader in the training of businesspeople and directors.

Through its offices in Vigo, A Coruña, Ourense, and Oporto, it places special emphasis on the personal development of its students, not only through the acquisition of knowledge and business management tools, but especially through the honing of its directorship skills, a valuable asset in any quest for professional success. Furthermore, since 1994 Caixanova Business School has offered a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, thus becoming the first private centre in Galicia to offer a university degree homologated by the University of Wales.

Caixa Galicia, for its part, owns the Business Technology Institute (ITE) which offers professionals, company directors and young graduates the chance to access training schemes in areas such as financial services and banking, technology, strategic management and directorship skills. ITE-Caixa Galicia offers a Master’s degree, higher education courses, seminars and other short duration courses.

Job searchBelow are some addresses of interest to job

searchwww.trabajovigo.comwww.infoempleo.comwww.opcionempleo.comwww.infojobs.netwww.milanuncios.comwww.indeed.eswww.trabajo.at/trabajo-en-vigo

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Sports

“ Mens sana in corpore sano” , the Ancient Latins used to say. And Vigo knows a lot about this:

More than 300 sporting bodies and 19 sport federations have their headquarters in Vigo. Besides, most of the parishes and neighbourhoods have their own sports facilities and infra-structures thanks to the efforts and involvement of the Department for Sport of Vigo’s Town Hall and the Municipal Institute for Sports ( IMD).

The work of Vide should also be pointed out. This non-profit making organization supports clubs and sporting bodies that compete both in elite and lower levels and all those initiatives which involve the organization of sport activities and tournaments, together with the contribution of private initiatives and the participation of members and volunteers.

The city has a team playing in 1st division of football (R.C. Celta de Vigo), female basketball (Celta Indepe), male basketball (Gestibérica Vigo), roller-skating hockey (Vigo Stick), wheelchair basketball (Amfiv Aldasa), handball (Octavio Pilotes Posada), male volleyball (Vigo Valery Karpin) and female volleyball (Xuvenil de Turismo de Vigo), rugby (Universidade de Vigo Ednon TRC), indoor soccer (C.D. Vigo Fútbol Sala) and baseball(Halcones de Vigo).

The Ría of Vigo has been chosen as the departure point for many events that are recognized world-wide, such as the Power Boat, Volvo Ocean Race or The Tall Ships

Atlantic Challenge. However, one musn’t overlook all the annually-celebrated regional, national, European and World championships for sports like sailing, rowing or canoeing that have taken place in the bay.

There is a wide range of public sports facilities in Vigo for all types of sports.• Municipal Sports Centre “Máisqueauga” Barreiro.• Municipal Sports Centre “Máisqueauga” Coia-Florida.• A Bouza.• Samil Model Car Circuit.• Balaidos Sports Complex.• Traviesas Sports Complex.• Samil Sports Complex.• Castrelos Park.• Bouzas Sports Centre.• Carballal - Cabral Sports Centre.• Coruxo Sports Centre.• Monte da Mina Sports Centre.• Valadares Sports Centre

NatureVisitors to Vigo will find no shortage of

natural green spaces. The city is crowned by the hill parks of O Castro, A Guía and softly bathed by the waves of the bay. Nature is never too far away.

Despite being a modern city, Vigo is set in a natural paradise, with its many city gardens and nearby forest parks, with tracks and trails for walking. The only zoo in Galicia is here in

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Vigo and it has a variety of species from all over the world and an exotarium, planetarium and astronomy exhibition.

Cíes Islands“...Facing the cape of the ‘arrotrebas’ region

you will find The islands of the Gods...”. Pliny the Elder’s Natural History. “The islands of Atlantic Sea”.

The Islas Cíes, or Islands of the Gods as they were known in Roman times, are a natural paradise for the birds that nest along the cliffs and the wide variety of species that live there. However, the islands are paradisiacal too for the human visitor who wishes to enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings, the beaches, and the peace and quiet.

Cíes is an archipelago made up of three islands - Monte Agudo Island (or North Island), O Faro Island and San Martiño Island (or South Island). The first two are joined by a long sand bank called Rodas beach, in the middle of which there is a lagoon

The only way to get to the islands is by the passenger boat service (which leaves from Vigo, Cangas and Baiona) in the summer months and at Easter, weather permitting. The southern island of San Martiño is the only island that has no regular boat service (it may only be reached by private boats). For general information about the islands you can contact the National Atlantic Islands Park Office

Phone: 00 34 886 218 090 E-mail: [email protected].

The Cies Islands have their own sounds. Click on the photo below, close your eyes and let yourself go

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HistoryPrehistory: Vigo and its surroundings have

been populated from ancient times, as is evidenced by the number of dolmens and passage graves found in the area.

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Roman Times: In Vigo, known at this time as Vicus Spacorum, the process of Romanization began early. Archaeological findings show that there was busy port and trade activity along the coast from the second century B. C. to 100 A. D., when the Pax Romana was established.

The Middle Ages: During the Middle Ages the Church dominated Galician society, and Vigo would have been under the rule of the Cistercian Monastery in Melón for some time.

From the XV to the XVIII Century: Vigo continued to grow despite repeated pirate attacks during this time. Craftsmanship and trade gained in importance but the most important industry was sardine fishing.

The Nineteenth Century: In 1809 Vigo was occupied by the Napoleonic Troops. There was popular resistance headed by the soldier Morillo and a rising led by Cachamuíña succeeded in expelling the French. As a result the city received a title for its bravery, truth and loyalty. In 1833 the royal road leading to Madrid was paved, and became known as the road to Castille or Villacastín. The following year saw the completion of the Collegiate Church by Melchor de Prado, the old church having been destroyed in one of the numerous attacks on the city.

Museums and Culture

TheaterMuseum of Contemporary Art (MARCO)

C/ del Príncipe, 54 36202 VigoTEL: 986 113 900

Fax: 986 113 901Web: www.marcovigo.comE-mail: [email protected] Hours:Tuesday to Saturday(including Public Holidays):11:00am to 14:30pm and from17:00pm to 21:00pmSunday: 11:00am to 14:30pmMonday: closedServices: Disability access, cloakroom,

specialized bookshop/ gift shop, café-restaurant. Free guided tours daily at 18.00. Group bookings on 986 113 900 (ext. 307 or 314)

The building that houses the Museum of Contemporary Art is eclectic in style and was originally designed by the architect José Mª Ortiz in 1861 as the old Courthouse and prison.

This centre, which is quite recent to the city, was established in order to promote contemporary cultural initiatives. It is characterised by its dynamic programming and a spirit of participation

Museo do Mar de Galicia

Av. Atlántida, 160 36208 VigoTEL: 986 247 750 Fax: 986 247 748Web: www.museodomar.comE-mail: [email protected]: Restaurant-Inn. Public car park. Car

park for the disabled. Luggage deposit. Online guide (permanent exhibition ). Guided tours. Tours and activities for schools (Education

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Department: 986 247 691). Convention room. Access and toilets for the disabled. Shop.

The Maritime Museum of Galicia is located at the old Canning Company “ The Windmill “, in nearby Alcabre (1887), later converted for use as a municipal slaughterhouse.

Quiñones de León House Museum

Parque de Castrelos, s/n 36213 VigoTEL: 986 295 070 / 75 Fax: 986 239 372Web: www.museodevigo.orgE-mail: [email protected]

Services: Guided tours may be booked in advance. Free lockers. Lifts, toilets and ramps for disabled/reduced mobility access. Bookshop/gift shop. Pedestrian entrance via Av. de Castrelos. Access by road, free car park.

The Quiñónes de León City Museum opened in 1937 and since then has been the city’s most symbolic museum. The building is a fine example of a “pazo” - a typical mansion house built by the Galician aristocracy during the 17th century. It was remodelled at the end of the 19th century.

Verbum Museum

Av. Samil, 17 36212 VigoTEL: 986 240 130 Fax: 986 240 633E-mail: [email protected]

Services and Facilities: Group visits may be booked in advance on 986 240 130. Auditorium. Hotspot with internet access in hall. Car park.

The Verbum building was designed by the Galician architect César Portela and is located beside the beach at Samil. It is an interactive museum based on the theme of all spheres of human language and communication. It was designed as an area for culture, education and activities and where the visitor has the opportunity to interact with the items on exhibit. The building is designed in four floors joined and interrelated by a central column of light like a set of Chinese boxes each fitting inside the other.

O Castro de Vigo

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“The pre-Roman settlement of Vigo. The origins of the town”, is an archeological site covering 1,800m2 where we find a reconstruction of 3 pre-Roman and Roman buildings that were part of one of the most populated and largest villages in Galicia. The area was inhabited from the 1st century B.C. to the 3rd century A.D., when settlers started to move down to the seaboard.

This small part of the oppidum of Vigo (walled settlement on a hill ), shows us how the inhabitants of the encampments lived some two thousand years ago. This fact, added to the important archeological information that it provides, makes this open air museum a valuable document of the past that is worth knowing and preserving.

Archaelogical Museum SalinaeAddress: Rosalía de Castronº 21 - 23 36201 VigoTel: 986 24 76 91Web: www.museodomar.comsalinae/Services: adapted facilities for people with

reduced mobility.This Salinae is the only of the Roman Empire

preserved and presented in a museum setting.The site presents an excellent opportunity to

learn and understand how salt was harvested through solar evaporation from seawater.

Galician Cultural Centre

Plaza da Princesa, 2 36202 VigoTEL: 986 226 459 / 986 220922Fax: 986 229081

The “Casa Galega da Cultura” is a multidisciplinary centre offering a broad range of artistic and literary activities. Its museum collection and library are highly specialised in Galician history and contemporary studies. Facilities include temporary and permanent exhibition halls, an auditorium, a reading room and a research room, and other areas not open to the public

Of most interest in the centre are the Penzol Library, Fernández del Riego Library and Francisco Fernández del Riego Library.

CinemasGran víaCalle Miradoiro. C.C. Gran Vía, 2, Vigo

Multicines NorteCalle Vía Norte, 22, Vigo - 986 227 513

Yelmo Cines VigoTravesia De Vigo, 204, Vigo - Tel.: 986 265 025

Other places of interestVigoZoo

A Madroa s/nTel.: 986 267 783 / 986 267 784Fax: 986 272 187Web: www.vigozoo.comE-mail: [email protected] is the only zoo in Galicia. It covers an

area of is 55,676m² and it is located at Monte de A Madroa, 300m above sea level and about 10km from the city centre.

It was set up as a Public Foundation and was approved by Vigo City Council on February 26 1970, under Mayor Rafael Portanet. It

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was built by his successor Antonio Ramilo Fernández-Areal.

It was officially opened on 18 July 1971. The council changed its name on 23 February 1990 from Public Foundation for Madroa City Zoological Gardens to the current Vigo City Zoo, which is an independent organization.

Forest ParksThe forest parks of Vigo are located at a

convenient distance from the city and cover an area of 705,460 m2. Most of the forests around Vigo are located in quite hilly areas. Much of the land is community property and has been protected thanks to the joint effort of the local residents.

In many of the hills and forest parks there are large, well-equipped leisure areas planned so that they can be enjoyed by everyone without damaging the environment. Here we list twelve forest parks that encircle the city like a crown, with spectacular views for miles around.

Beaches in VigoSamil Beach

Samil beach is the largest beach in Vigo, measuring about 1,115m in length and 15m in width. It has fine, white sand and is located in the parish of Navia, very near the city.

Beside the beach on Avenida de Samil you can visit the Verbum museum. Also known as the Casa das Palabras (the House of Words), this interactive museum is dedicated to the science and study of language and communication.

There is also a Sports Complex at Samil with 12 tennis courts, 3 paddle tennis courts and a football pitch. A number of bars and discos have also opened around the beach area, including a bowling alley.

O Vao Beach

O Vao beach is located outside the city in Coruxo. There is a long boardwalk all along the beach which is very popular in summer. The beach itself is 800m long and 45m wide.

There are convenient parking facilities with disabled spaces. Access to the beach itself is at several points along the boardwalk. In the summer months there is a Red Cross Point open daily.

Other services and facilities at the beach include drinking fountains, showers, public telephones, loudspeakers and football pitches.

From this beach you can see the island of Toralla, which is joined by a bridge. On the other side of the bridge, there are two small beaches and recent archaeological findings of a Roman settlement.

Other beachesMende BeachA Punta BeachO Adro BeachCarril BeachSanta Baia BeachO Cocho BeachA Mourisca BeachAs Fontes BeachO Tombo do Gato

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Espedrigada BeachO Cocho das Dornas BeachArgazada BeachSamil BeachFoz BeachPraia da CalzoaPlaya de A FontaiñaO Baluarte BeachToralla BeachCanido BeachO Xunqueiro BeachA Sobreira BeachNoivos BeachFortiñón BeachO Portiño Beach

Tracks and TrailsIn the hills surrounding Vigo city, as we

move away from the sea, there are several hill walks and forest trails, so it is quite easy to see a contrast to the city and get a little closer to nature. The longer routes can be divided into shorter stages, the level of difficulty is low and city bus routes stop at various points along the route. There are also several picnic areas in the forest parks along the way, and this makes it easier for any type of walker. But perhaps the greatest attraction of going up into the hills that overlook Vigo are the spectacular views from many points along the way.

Route GR53 goes all along the hills around Vigo, from A Madroa to A Garrida. It is more than 56km long and the As Greas trail is part of a longer route that goes on throughout the province of Pontevedra.

Alternatively, it is not necessary to leave the city itself to go for a walk. There are urban walks too, which are shorter (the longest is 6km) but just as interesting as a nice city stroll.

Night-spotsSamíl Beach: in the area around the beach

at Samil there are lots of bars and discos open till the early hours.

Churruca: There is a great variety of places to go in this area, including bars, pubs, cafes as well as venues that organize gigs all year round. The music varies from bar to bar - rock & roll, soul, funk, techno – and each bar has its own original decor. Actually, Churruca is the centre of the alternative and indie scene in Vigo.

Montero Ríos: this is the area down near the port. As you walk along the pedestrian street Montero Ríos and the streets around you will see lots of pubs, bars and restaurants. Here there is great attention to detail and decoration. In summer you can sit out at any of the many street cafes, and this is a very popular place for an after-dinner drink.

Calle Arenal: a wide variety of music bars and pubs which are open until the early hours of the morning are located here. You will find some of the trendiest bars in the city and the latest pop music.

Rosalía de Castro: in this area there is a great range of restaurants, tapas bars, and pubs conveniently located between the other areas.

Old Quarter (Casco Antiguo): in the past this area was very popular and is currently being redeveloped to regain its former glory. Home to the popular culture movement in the eighties known as the movida, some of the most typical bars were in this part of the city.

Sports FacilitiesThere is a wide range of public sports

facilities in Vigo for all types of sports.

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-Municipal Sports Centre “Máisqueauga” Barreiro-Municipal Sports Centre “Máisqueauga” Coia-Florida-A Bouza-Samil Model Car Circuit-Balaidos Sports Complex-Traviesas Sports Complex-Samil Sports Complex-Castrelos Park-Bouzas Sports Centre-Carballal - Cabral Sports Centre-Coruxo Sports Centre-Monte da Mina Sports Centre-Valadares Sports Centre-Bembrive Sports Centre-Coia Sports Centre-Teis Sports Centre-Berbés Sports Centre-Lavadores Sports Centre-Lavadores Public Swimming Pool-Teis Public Swimming Pool

Eat and drinkThe cuisine in Vigo, and Galicia, in general, is

undoubtedly one of the richest and most varied in the world. The high standard of the food is based on selecting only the best quality raw materials which are then carefully prepared. Our shellfish, fish, meat and vegetables served up with wines and cheeses make for a varied and delicious menu.

In Galicia traditional and modern cooking methods combine and are complementary, and in Vigo you can find everything from haute cuisine to more traditional taverns.

For those who enjoy more traditional cooking, there are places serving food all over Vigo. In O Berbés, the old fishing area where the fish market is located, there are lots of typical fish restaurants, near hear, also in the Old Quarter, we discover the famous streets “calle de las ostras” (Pescadería street) and “calle del pulpo” (Laxe street), where we can

taste oysters and octupus “in situ”, two of the most typical products in the city.

For those who like their food, in Vigo the local cuisine offers amazing variety. There is a great range of restaurants serving anything from the most traditional Galician dishes to typical food from other parts of Spain and abroad.

RestaurantsSea Food RestaurantsSteakhousesTavernsTapasInternational CuisinePre-cooked FoodRegional CuisineVegetarian CuisinePizzeriasSandwich BarsHamburger Bars

www.turismodevigo.es

Products of the sea

FISHThe area around Vigo and its bay offer only

the highest quality and an excellent variety of fish: sole, hake, angler fish, turbot, etc.

The Port of Vigo is one of the most important in Europe and in the world as regards both fresh and frozen fish. Ships arrive daily, from deep sea and coastal fishing, and unload at the market in the early hours. Alter the produce

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has been auctioned, the fish is sent by lorry to its final destination. Some of it may go to markets, restaurants, in Vigo or many other cities.

SEAFOOD

The sea that surrounds Vigo is a rich source for food and this is reflected in our diet. The city is located in a bay which is unique as regards factors such as water temperature, plankton levels, and so on. This makes it into an excellent area for cultivating all types of shellfish and this is also what gives it such an exceptional taste.

Some shellfish is cultivated such as cockles, clams or the mussels from the platforms or rafts seen all along the bay. Others are gathered directly from the sea such as the small velvet swimming crabs, spider crabs, common crabs or scallops.

Getting to Vigo

Vigo is easy to reach and is well connected within a network of roads and motorways that link all the main towns and cities in Galicia, the rest of Spain and internationally. The port, airport, road and rail network provide a wide range of travel options suitable to all.

By Road:There are three main routes: The Northwest Dual Carriageway links

Vigo to Madrid and the central plain (667km). The Rías Baixas Dual Carriageway from

Vigo to the motorway to northern Portugal, passing through Tui, Braga and Porto and going on to Lisbon. It also links up with the motorway from Vigo to Baiona.

The Atlántico Motorway links Vigo to northern Galicia, passing by Pontevedra, Santiago and A Coruña.

By Bus:Main routes are from Vigo to Madrid,

Barcelona, Asturias, Bilbao, Irún, San Sebastián, Zaragoza, Extremadura, Andalucia, among others. There are also international routes to Portugal (Porto, Lisbon and the Algarve), France, Switzerland, Belgium, Holland, Denmark and Germany.

Vigo Bus Station: Address: Av. de Madrid, 57 Tel: 986 373 411

By Train:There are daily trains from Vigo to Ourense,

Pontevedra, Santiago, A Coruña and Porto.There is also a wide range of express trains

and a daily TALGO to Madrid and Barcelona. Direct trains go to León, Ponferrada, Bilbao and Alicante.

ADIF Train Station: Address: Plaza de la Estación s/n Customer Service: 986 269 403 Information for Spain: 902 240 202 International Information: 902 243 402

www.renfe.es

By Sea:Thousands of visitors arrive in Vigo each

year on cruise liners such as:“Queen Mary II”, “ Independence of the

Seas”, “ Voyager of the Seas”, “ Queen Victoria”, “ Msc Orchestra”,” Celebrity Equinox”...

A passenger boat service runs all year round from Vigo to Moaña and Cangas del Morrazo on the other side of the bay.

Regular boats also run to Islas Cíes during Easter Week and from mid-June to mid-September leaving from the Estación Marítima (port).

Cruceros Rías Baixas:Tlf. 986 433 698 / 678 491 922web: www.crucerosríasbaixas.comMar de Ons: Tlf: 986 225 272 web: www.piratasdenabia.comNaviera Nabia: Tlf: 986 320 048web: www.mardeons.comRías Gallegas: Tlf.: 608 621 282

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By Air:Vigo Airport is 10km from the city centre.

It offers a wide range of regular flights to Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Sevilla, Tenerife Sur and Valencia. There are also international flights to Paris.

Aeropuerto de Peinador:Address: Av. del Aeropuerto s/n Tel: 986 268 200 www.aena.es

Festivals in Vigo and surroundings

• Festas do Cristo da Victoria1 de Agosto

• Entroido15 de Febrero

• Festa da Reconquista28 de Marzo

• San Pedro - A Ramallosa en Nigrán29 de Junio, Nigrán (10Kms)

• Mostra Das Culturas en Boiro29 de Junio, Boiro (A Coruña) (39Kms)

• Feria del Vino del Ribeiro en Ribadavia30 de Junio, Ribadavia (Ourense) (36Kms)• Festa da Rosquilla en Gondomar3 de Julio, Gondomar (11Kms)

• A Rapa das Bestas 2012 en A Estradadel 6 al 9 de Julio, A Estrada (41Kms)

• San Cristóbal en Cangas10 de Julio, Cangas (6Kms)

• Romaría de San Bieito en Pontevedra11 de Julio, Pontevedra (18Kms)

• Festa dos Artesáns en Mondariz15 de Julio, Mondariz (16Kms)

• Virxe do Carme en Moaña16 de Julio, Moaña (6Kms)

• Virxe do Carmen en Bueu16 de Julio, Bueu (9Kms)