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Campos e Vila Meã e Vila Meã e Vila Meã

Fortress of Valença – Chapel of Bom Jesus loop from Carvalha-A

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5.0

(2)

17

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Fortress of Valença – Chapel of Bom Jesus loop from Carvalha-A

01:16

20.0km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.88 km for 60 m

After 10.1 km for 80 m

After 10.4 km for 80 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

3.01 km

Lower Grove 🌳 São Pedro da Torre

Highlight • Forest

Pleasantly shady forest along the excellent newly paved riverside Ecovia bike trail

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2

4.18 km

3

9.95 km

The Tui International Bridge is a landmark on the border between Portugal and Spain, connecting the Galician city of Tui to Valença, Portugal, across the Minho River. This historic metal …

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4

10.2 km

Amazing views of the river and town. The northern gate exit is a beautiful old gate and walkway cut from big ancient boulders; it leads down to the river with …

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5

10.7 km

Neoclassical church with longitudinal plan, with 3 naves. The Colegiada de Santo Estêvão de Valença was headquartered here, as well as the Bishopric of Ceuta. From those times it is …

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11.0 km

Fortress of Valença

Highlight • Historical Site

The imposing Valença Fortress rises atop a hill, dominating the landscape and leaving an unforgettable impression on those who arrive. More than a symbol, it is the soul of the city, preserving centuries of history within its walls.

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11.2 km

Chapel of Bom Jesus

Highlight • Religious Site

Originally a 1700 military chapel on a small square in the center of the old fortified town.
Located inside the Fortress of Valença, the Chapel of Bom Jesus dates from …

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14.8 km

ecopista of the river miño until passing vilanova de cerdeira, bridge over one of the tributaries of the miño, very cool corner

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20.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

3.26 km

2.04 km

422 m

164 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.9 km

1.88 km

592 m

437 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 19 May

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