Vigo, Port city in Galicia, Spain
The city extends along the southern shore of the Ria de Vigo, combining urban development with 47 beaches and mountains in its territory.
Vikings targeted this coastal settlement in the Early Middle Ages, leading to the construction of defensive structures and the development of maritime activities.
The Marisquiño festival brings together urban sports enthusiasts for skateboarding and BMX competitions, attracting participants from numerous countries.
The Vigo-Peinador Airport connects the city with domestic and international destinations, while the port handles substantial fishing and commercial operations.
The municipal area divides into 23 parishes, maintaining a traditional Galician organizational structure that differs from standard Spanish city layouts.
Location: Pontevedra Province
Capital city: Vigo City
Elevation above the sea: 28 m
Part of: Mancomunidade da Área Intermunicipal de Vigo
Shares border with: Nigrán, Gondomar, O Porriño, Mos, Redondela
Website: http://vigo.gal
GPS coordinates: 42.23583,-8.72667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:03
Cíes Islands
14.3 km
Illa de Toralla
7.3 km
Praia de Samil
5 km
Playa de Rodas
14.5 km
El Sireno
260 m
Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo
405 m
Monte do Castro, Vigo
457 m
Parque de Castrelos
2.4 km
Templo Votivo do Mar
12.8 km
Museo Quiñones de León
2.5 km
Beach of Barra
10.6 km
The Horses
937 m
Beach of Vao
6.9 km
Praia do Abra
12.3 km
Castro fortress
410 m
Ciudad de la Justicia de Vigo
1.1 km
Castillo de San Sebastián
112 m
Afundación Theatre
355 m
Vigozoo
4.4 km
Castro de Vigo
411 m
Museum of Contemporary Art, Vigo
454 m
A Area Pequena
15.2 km
Pazo de Cea
11.4 km
Hotel Pazo Los Escudos
3.4 km
Edificio El Moderno
288 m
Villa Romana de Toralla
7.2 km
Igrexa de Santa María de Castrelos
2.8 km
Teatro Cine Fraga
588 mReviews
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