Redondela

Redondela is a municipality in Pontevedra Province in Galicia, located near the coast and comprising several parishes including Cabeiro, Cedeira, and Chapela. The settlement spreads across rolling terrain with woodlands, fields, and small villages typical of this northwestern Spanish region.

The settlement developed as a rural area and gained its present importance through the construction of two railway viaducts in the nineteenth century. These structures made Redondela a key transportation hub within Pontevedra Province.

The Portuguese Way of the Camino de Santiago passes through Redondela, bringing pilgrims into contact with local food traditions and regional music practices. Visitors experience how these traditions are woven into the daily life of the community.

The town is easily accessible due to its location on major railway lines and good road connections. Visitors will find a quiet, green setting with multiple starting points for exploring the wider region.

A monument dedicated to Jules Verne stands in Redondela, marking the connection between the French author and this Galician coastal settlement. This unusual link makes the location noteworthy for fans of the science fiction writer.

Location: Pontevedra Province

Capital city: Redondela

Elevation above the sea: 17 m

Part of: Mancomunidade da Área Intermunicipal de Vigo

Shares border with: Soutomaior, Mos, Pazos de Borbén, Vigo

Website: http://redondela.gal

GPS coordinates: 42.28333,-8.60000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:19