Attractions and Places To See around Viana Do Bolo - Top 20

Here begins an uphill section through forests

The Portela da Canda Pass, also known as the Canda Pass or simply A Canda, is a mountain pass of great geographical, historical, and cultural value that connects Galicia (province of Ourense) with Castile and León (province of Zamora). Located in the Sierra Segundera mountain range, within the Galician Massif, it has traditionally been a crossing point for travelers, merchants, and pilgrims. It forms part of the Sanabrés Way of St. James, an extension of the Silver Route (Vía de la Plata), and is the entry point into Galicia for pilgrims coming from the south. The surrounding area features Jacobean sculptures and wayside crosses (cruceiros) that guide the route, the work of the artist Nicanor Carballo.

Porto is a small municipality in the Upper Sanabria region, located in the northwest corner of Zamora, bordering León and Orense. At over 1,200 meters above sea level, it is the highest town in the province and an ideal starting point for exploring the Segundera and Porto mountain ranges, with peaks exceeding 2,000 meters, such as Peña Trevinca. The surrounding area, part of the Sanabria Lake Natural Park, offers glacial lagoons, reservoirs, and a rich wildlife, where it is not uncommon to find roe deer, wolves, and golden eagles. Porto also preserves traditional Sanabria architecture and a 12th-century Romanesque church, adding cultural value to the visit. Hikers are advised to be well equipped, as the mountain climate brings harsh winters and short summers, but the reward lies in its solitary and beautiful landscapes.

Highest point of the stage. The trail frequently leads through streams; extreme caution is required in heavy rain.

Portilla de la Canda is a mountain pass at 1260m above sea level and is the crossing point between the provinces of (Ourense) Galicia and Zamora (Castilla y León). There is a water feature and great views of the mountains and the highway road tunnel below.

Beautiful sanctuary in the heart of Sanabria Alta. Close to the highway, it is worth taking a detour to visit this spectacular large hermitage, which surely will not leave us indifferent. Nearby, we will find a river with a fluvial beach area, and a hiking route to the Castro de As Muradellas. Or also the Tío mill. The construction dates from the 18th century and two important pilgrimages are held (August 5 in honor of the Virgen de las Nieves and the last Sunday of September in honor of La Tuiza).

Beautiful sanctuary in the heart of Sanabria Alta. Close to the highway, it is worth taking a detour to visit this spectacular large hermitage, which surely will not leave us indifferent. Nearby, we will find a river with a fluvial beach area, and a hiking route to the Castro de As Muradellas. Or also the Tío mill. The construction dates from the 18th century and two important pilgrimages are held (August 5 in honor of the Virgen de las Nieves and the last Sunday of September in honor of La Tuiza).

Porto is a good place to make a refreshment stop before embarking on the final leg of the mountain bike trip. In the village there are restaurants and place to sleep. The ascent towards the glacial paramos of Sanabria follows a mountain track with a good surface and gentle slopes after passing the Serra Calva.