Thermal walk along the Miño River

This linear route of just two kilometres starts at the thermal area of Barbantes, which has several hypothermal water pools and seasonal tourist services. It is suitable for the whole family, as it is completely flat and also recommended for bicycles.

The route is known Ruta do Miño and is easy to follow, with some signposts and explanatory panels on the fauna and flora to be found along the way. First we enter a wooded area where some cork oaks and holly trees grow, but which is dominated by the presence of young oak trees that will protect us on the extremely hot days that are common in the Miño River basin.

We then walk along the river bank, trying to find mallards, herons or cormorants that take advantage of the banks to hide. And then we will find the facilities of the Vila termal Laias where we will finish this walk at the foot of the hermitage of San Bieito.

Thermal area of Barbantes (42°19'57.37''N / 8°00'47.10''W)