Arteixo coastal path is paved pedestrian and bike path between the beaches Praia de Alba and Praia de Barranan. It is official hiking route sendal litoral SA 15-01. The highlights are various various beaches between beautiful cliff paths and “binocular horn” statue. Worth a visit if you are in the area.
GETTING THERE
Barcelona – 1100km (11h)
Madrid – 600km (6h)
Santiago de Compostela – 100km (1h 15min)
By car: Free parking lot at Praia de Alba or Praia de Barranan, or any other parking lot along the trail
By public transport: Get bus to bus stop called Praia de Barranan right to the beach.
Camper/ Van overnight stay: I have stayed at Area Pernocta Punta do Peton campsite. Booking, payment and access only through TripStop App. 16 EUR, 2 EUR electricity. More information HERE
It seems to be possible to stay for free at all of the parking lots by the beach, likely tolerated in off-season.
TRAIL NAVIGATION
This walk is Arteixo Senda Litoral, SA 15-01. If you have Wikiloc account, there is gspx available HERE
Regardless, the navigation between the two beaches is very easy as you follow coastline on pedestrian and bike paths close to the coast. Additionally several directional posts help you with navigation as well provide distance remaining. It is well sign posted in both directions.
TRAIL DETAILS
You will pass by several beaches along the way. You can start your Arteixo hike anywhere along the trail as there are many parking lots. It is mostly on pedestrian and bike paths made of tarmac or smooth flat stone. For this reason it is possible to do the hike with a pram or wheelchair also. It is very easy trail also for navigation, you keep walking along the coastline and there are directional posts to help in some locations. You will tackle few small hills as it is very much uphill and downhill. Enjoy several benches or picnic tables with great views.
OTHER DETAILS
Tree coverage: No tree coverage, bring sun protection on hot days.
Geocaching: There are no geocaches or Adventure lab.
Dogs: It is possible to do the trail with dog. Dogs must be leashed.
Shoes recommendation: Can be completed in any sports shoes.
Trail running: Entire trail is on a road, but with a lot of short uphills and downhills, so good for hill training/sprints
FACILITIES
Restrooms: Public restrooms at some of the beaches, refer to the maps
Restaurants: At Barranan or Arteixo center
Shops: No shops along the trail, closest at Arteixo centre
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
I completed this hike in November 2024 across few days during week. It was poor weather, with a lot of strong winds and some rain. I still met some local people enjoying their walk. Expect busy trail during weekends, especially during sunny days, when it is also possible to swim.
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