Cedeira on the Portuguese Camino

Pontevedra Province
Cedeira, Redondela
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What is in Cedeira

Cedeira is a parish of Redondela facing the Rande strait, at km 13.5 of the Vigo – Redondela stage, 1.9 km from the end.

History of Cedeira

In 1702 the Battle of Rande was fought in the Rande strait, which takes its name from a place in the parish, when the Anglo-Dutch fleet attacked the Spanish treasure fleet (Flota de Indias) sheltering in the San Simón inlet.

What to see in Cedeira

Church of San Andrés

With a cruceiro and a fountain beside it; the Camino passes in front.

Pazo de Torrecedeira

In its garden there is a Monterey cypress (California cedar) included in the catalogue of notable trees.

Population and location

The parish of Santo André de Cedeira had 2,023 inhabitants in 2013 (IGE), in the municipality of Redondela.

The Portuguese Camino in Cedeira

After leaving the Traída das Augas, a very steep descent leads to the church; from there you enter Redondela through the Cruceiro district.

Frequently asked questions

What was the Battle of Rande?

A naval battle in 1702 in which the Anglo-Dutch fleet attacked the Spanish treasure fleet (Flota de Indias) at the head of the Vigo estuary.

Camino de Santiago Portugués
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