Baixa Limia - Serra do Xurés Natural Park

The park covers 29,762 hectares of diverse terrain with granite formations, waterfalls, and peaks reaching elevations of 1,500 meters along the Spanish-Portuguese border.

Established in 1993, the park contains remnants of Roman roads, particularly the Via Nova that connected Braga to Astorga through Portela do Home pass.

Traditional stone buildings, including mills and raised granaries called hórreos, demonstrate the agricultural methods of local communities within the park boundaries.

Visitors can access interpretation centers and accommodation in Lobios, while exploring the park through designated trails for hiking, horseback riding, and vehicles.

The Couto Mixto territory within the park allowed historical inhabitants to select their nationality upon marriage, creating a distinct cross-border community.

Location: Ourense

Operator: Xunta de Galicia

Website: https://galicianaturaleunica.xunta.gal/gl/baixa-limia-serra-xures

GPS coordinates: 41.88243,-7.84368

Latest update: March 26, 2025 04:59