Route 1 Galicia Forest – Cidade da Cultura – Lago Park
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Discover the perfect symbiosis between nature, art, and avant-garde. Starting from the historic surroundings of the Sar Collegiate Church, we will ascend through the serene Forest of Galicia to the imposing City of Culture. Here, among the iconic architecture of the Hejduk Towers and the Gaiás Museum, you will enjoy a viewpoint with spectacular views of the city. The descent will guide us through the relaxing Lake Park and its paths. Finally, we will follow the course of the river through the Brañas do Sar, a haven of peace that will return us to our starting point, completing a magical circle.
AccesS
On Sar Street to Santa María de Sar Collegiate Church or on Clara Campoamor Street, and we access by the next track.
Transport
Bus Stop 387 (Ponte de Sar 22)
Bus Stop 389 (Ponte de Sar 46)
Bus Stop 683 (Cidade da Cultura)
POINTS OF INTEREST
The route between the Sar and the Gaiás offers a fusion of nature, art and architecture. The Collegiate Church of Sar, with its sloping arches, marks the beginning of a path that goes up to the Forest of Galicia, one of the green lungs of the city. At the top, the Cidade da Cultura surprises with the avant-garde Hejduk towers and the Gaiás Center museum. The walk is completed with panoramic views from the viewpoint of the Forest, perfect for contemplating Compostela.
ENJOY nature
Route: Hikers
Follow The Rules
Keep Your Pet on a leash
Preserve our nature
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Discover the magical paths of Santiago de Compostela, where every step tells a story. Explore unique landscapes, secret corners and the essence of Galicia in each one of the proposed routes. Encourage yourself to walk, breathe nature and experience the city and its surroundings from a different perspective.