Vigo

Vigo is a coastal city in Pontevedra province in Galicia on the northern Atlantic. The municipality stretches along the southern shores of the Ría de Vigo, where urban districts alternate with forested hills and a long waterfront.

Roman settlement appeared here because of the sheltered bay and proximity to trade routes. In the 16th century, the site developed into an important fishing port, later contributing to the industrialization of the entire region.

Seafood dominates the local food culture, with oyster beds in the estuary and tapas bars serving fresh fish daily. Residents gather in the narrow lanes of the old quarter for morning market shopping and café conversations.

The city is spread out and hilly, so comfortable shoes help for walking explorations. Buses connect the different neighborhoods, and the port area provides easy access to ferries heading to the offshore islands.

The largest fishing fleet in Europe docks here, with hundreds of boats entering and leaving the harbor daily. Auction halls along the quay sell freshly landed catch right after the vessels arrive.

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: December 15, 2025 14:32