Teis on the Portuguese Camino

Pontevedra Province
Lavadoiro na Oliveira (Teis, Vigo)
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What is in Teis

Teis is a parish of Vigo on the way out of the city, at km 5.7 of the Vigo – Redondela stage, before the Senda da Traída das Augas.

History of Teis

Francis Drake’s fleet attacked and ransacked Teis. In the early 20th century a tram linked it with Vigo to carry workers into the city, and shipyards such as Vulcano, opened in 1940, were set up along its coast.

What to see in Teis

Roman remains at A Oliveira

In the 1950s an olive press was found, probably from a Roman villa.

Population and location

The parish of San Salvador de Teis had 2,227 inhabitants in 2022 (IGE), in the municipality of Vigo.

The Portuguese Camino in Teis

The official route climbs along the Avenida de Galicia and the Camiño da Xorxa, with steep slopes, until it joins the Senda da Traída das Augas, almost flat and with views over the ría.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Vigo to Teis?

5.7 km according to the Xunta (the Galician government).

Camino de Santiago Portugués
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