Camino Frances and Finisterre

Make your way to Sarria, the starting point for many as it is very close to the mythical and last 100 km. This is the minimum distance that must be covered to get the Compostela. That is why this medieval city is popular and does not disappoint experienced or new pilgrims. It's a day to rest, acclimatize, and tune into the adventure that will start the next day.

This first stage is flat, without many slopes and is a comfortable hike. Enter deepest Galicia and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of chestnuts, oaks, rivers, meadows ... as well as charming cities like Barbadelos or Ferreiros. The old town of Portomarin lies under the Belesar reservoir. The Miño river shows you that you are reaching Portomarin.

Start the route towards Serra de Ligonde with a low level of difficulty, before the path changes and you climb up to 725 meters. On this day, the green landscapes are mixed with some paved areas and start to see the famous "Cruzeiros". The villages of Castromaior, Ventas de Narón and Ligonde deserve special mention.

Enter the province of A Coruña. Leave Palas via Campo dos Romeiros, a traditional meeting place for pilgrims, to get into lush eucalyptus forests and medieval bridges and through beautiful cities like Furelos, Boente and Castañeda. This stage is more difficult due to the distance, so it is advisable to stop in Melide and take the opportunity to eat the famous "Octopus a Feira" before finally arriving in Arzua, which is famous for its cheese.

A short and quiet phase to process everything that was experienced during the hike before arriving in Santiago the next day.

Today is the day you arrive in Santiago de Compostela! It is recommended that you start hiking early to take part in the pilgrimage, which is celebrated at 12:00 p.m. First you reach Lavacolla and continue climbing Monte do Gozo, where you can catch a glimpse of the long-awaited cathedral from distance. Finally arrive at the Plaza del Obradoiro and get well deserved personal satisfaction of having reached this point.

Day in Santiago to have a rest, enjoy the town and also to prepare for the next stage to Finisterre.

Today the second half of your Camino begins, and you leave Santiago. Behind you is the Plaza del Obradoiro and the imposing cathedral. Hike towards Negreira. This first stage has a simple and comfortable landscape. The only section that is a little demanding is the climb to Mar de Ovellas. You cross the Tambre River through Ponte Maceira and arrive in Negreira.

Today is a challenging stage in terms of length, but it is rewarded by the impressive landscapes. You completely move away from the urban and cobbled worlds to enter imposing oak and chestnut forests. You have to face climbs like Monte Aro, but up there you have a fantastic view of the Fervenza reservoir, into which the Flux Xallas flows.

The river Xallas continues to accompany you on the way to Hospital. You soon pass the Cruceiro Marco de Couto, the Hermitage of Nuestra Señora das Neves and the chapel of San Pedro Mártir until you reach Cruceiro da Armada, where you see the sea for the first time. Here begins a steep descent to your destination today, Cee.

Start this day by walking towards Corcubión, a charming fishing village that has been declared a historical art site. The Atlantic accompanies you on this quiet walk to Cape Fisterra, your long-awaited destination along the entire Camino. If time permits, you can enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets at the "end of the world".

Buen Camino. See you soon!