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If you have little time but a great desire to live the experience of the Camino de Santiago with your dog, this route is perfect for you. The last 110 kilometers of the Camino Francés from Sarria in 6 stages will allow you to enjoy a welcoming atmosphere and a spectacular rural setting, all with your dog!

What awaits you on the Camino from Sarria? You’ll enjoy beautiful chestnut and oak forests, rivers, and green meadows, pure nature that your best friend will enjoy like never before. There are 6 stages with daily average distances adapted to walk calmly, and in each one, you’ll be able to savor the best of Galician cuisine in local bars and restaurants, always accompanied by your furry companion. At the end of each stage, you’ll rest in dog-friendly accommodations, where both you and your dog can enjoy a well-deserved break.

We take care of everything so that you only have to worry about enjoying the journey and your pet, including the luggage transport and your pilgrim credentials (and “perregrino”).

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French Way from Sarria in 6 stages

Stages of the French Way with a dog from Sarria in 6 stages

You will begin your French Way from Sarria, a town located in the interior of the Lugo province. A place where you can enjoy your first day walking through its streets, discovering its monuments, or relaxing on one of its terraces enjoying a lively pilgrim atmosphere. Let yourself be overwhelmed by the thousands of sensations and emotions of nerves and joy that you will experience as soon as you arrive. And rest, tomorrow the adventure begins.

Well, now it’s for real, let’s go for our first day as pilgrims! You will begin your French Way by walking the first stage from Sarria to Portomarín, an easy and pilgrim-friendly route. You will cross rivers and forests, encountering small churches and villages, with plenty of places to stop and have a drink. Pilgrims say that this is one of the most beautiful stages of the French route, so you’re lucky to start here. As soon as you reach the banks of the Miño River, you will find the charming village of Portomarín, shining with its white houses and slate roofs. A stage-ending that will captivate you and holds a secret beneath the waters of the reservoir. Now, all that’s left is to relax and enjoy!

We have one thing clear: it is very likely that you won’t want to leave Portomarín this morning. This small town has a “je ne sais quoi” that hooks people like a magnet. It’s probably due to the charm of its streets, the good atmosphere, and how friendly the locals are.

On this day, you will head towards Palas de Rei, a stage with some elevation changes where you will combine road and mountain over 25 kilometers. During the route, you will discover the Castromaior archaeological site, a good example of settlement by the ancient inhabitants of Galicia. Once in Palas de Rei, you will have the opportunity to explore various archaeological remains of the megalithic culture, such as dolmens, as well as tumuli and hillforts. As you can see, Palas de Rei will offer you an educational stay about this land.

A short stage that will be a pleasant walk through small villages, chapels, crosses, forests, and green meadows. Walking only 15 kilometers, we can sleep a little longer and enjoy a relaxed breakfast before heading towards Melide.

The stage has progressive elevation changes with little difficulty. Once we reach Melide, we can enjoy a pleasant afternoon strolling through its streets, but not before trying its famous pulpo á feira in any of its pulperías.

Additionally, in Melide, you will have the opportunity to appreciate the Cruceiro, considered the oldest in Galicia, and visit the Museo da Terra de Melide, whose building was an old pilgrim hospital founded in 1502.

Although it is also a short stage, it requires a little more effort than the previous one as it is more hilly. However, we assure you that the effort will be worth it when you find yourself surrounded by extraordinary Atlantic forests. And if the weather is good, don’t forget your swimsuit. When you get to Ribadiso de Abaixo, you can swim in the river and enjoy the beautiful scenery and the magical environment that accompanies this small village.

Once in Arzúa, you will have all the services to stock up and rest. You should not miss tasting the typical cheese to which they give their name: Denomination of Origin Arzúa-Ulloa; accompanied by other typical products of the area.

Today begins the penultimate stage of your French Way. A pleasant walk through comfortable and flat terrain, with plenty of bars and restaurants that will encourage you to take it easy. Probably, as you walk, you will notice and realize that a kind of collective emotion begins to exist among the pilgrims. Do you feel it too?

The feeling of excitement, nerves, and joy is the most characteristic of the end of the stage in O Pedrouzo. The advice, and you will see that everyone does the same, is to go to bed early to get up early the next day and start the stage very early. This way, you will arrive earlier in Santiago, and you will have more time in the city.

At last, the last stage of your journey is here. As we said before, the sooner you start walking today, the better, because the sooner you will get to Santiago de Compostela.

Once you arrive at Monte do Gozo, you will discover that pleasant sensation when you first see the towers of the cathedral. A perfect panoramic view before savoring your last kilometers and making the triumphal entrance to the Plaza del Obradoiro.

You are in Santiago! Feel happy and proud to have completed your Camino de Santiago. Now we just need to pick up the Compostela certificate and enjoy an incredible day getting to know the Galician capital.

Congratulations! You have completed your French Way from Sarria in 6 stages. This last day, you are in charge; you can go back home or enjoy one more day in Santiago. And how beautiful is Compostela.

Did you know that all roads end in Finisterre? If you have been left with the desire to walk and you have 5 more days, we encourage you to complete the 5 stages from Santiago to Finisterre. It’s the most magical and spiritual route, hiding real treasures such as Ponte Maceira, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain, or the sunset of the Finisterre lighthouse, one of the most beautiful in the world.

French Way with a dog from Sarria in 6 stages, Accommodation prices

Types of accommodations

Habitación doble del Complejo La Cabaña
Habitación doble de la Pensión Luis
Habitación privada de la Pensión San Marcos
Habitación doble de Dp Cristal - Café Bar Restaurante Hostal (Sarria)

In dog friendly accommodation on the French Way

We have selected for you and your pet the best dog friendly accommodations available on this route. You will stay in small family guesthouses where your dog and you will feel at home, rural houses in idyllic surroundings and hotels with all the comforts that will guarantee you the maximum enjoyment on your Camino de Santiago.

Details of the French Way with a dog from Sarria in 6 stages

Services included

8 days / 7 nights accommodation8 days / 7 nights accommodation
Luggage transfer during the stagesLuggage transfer during the stages
Complete documentationComplete documentation
Pilgrim’s CredentialPilgrim’s Credential
On-the-road emergency telephone assistanceOn-the-road emergency telephone assistance
Travel insuranceTravel insurance
Canine credentialCanine credential
Transfer of your pet’s luggageTransfer of your pet’s luggage

Optional Services

ServiceIn dog friendly accommodation on the French Way
BreakfastBreakfast
MP (Breakfast and dinner)MP (Breakfast and dinner)
Supplement for single roomSupplement for single room
Extra night in Santiago de CompostelaExtra night in Santiago de Compostela
Transfer from airport to SarriaTransfer from airport to Sarria
Transfer from Santiago to SarriaTransfer from Santiago to Sarria
Breakfast Breakfast
In dog friendly accommodation on the French Way
MP (Breakfast and dinner) MP (Breakfast and dinner)
In dog friendly accommodation on the French Way
Supplement for single room Supplement for single room
In dog friendly accommodation on the French Way
Extra night in Santiago de Compostela Extra night in Santiago de Compostela
In dog friendly accommodation on the French Way
Transfer from airport to Sarria Transfer from airport to Sarria
In dog friendly accommodation on the French Way
Transfer from Santiago to Sarria Transfer from Santiago to Sarria
In dog friendly accommodation on the French Way

Photos

Facade of the Cathedral in Santiago
A pilgrim playing with their dog
A woman hugging her dog.
An example of a dog Credential
A pilgrim dog
A dog next to a pilgrim's backpack
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Peregrino con su perro
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Frequently Asked Questions

Well, simply because everything you do in life is cooler when you do it with your dog! ;)

You and your dog will comfortably share the same room for sleeping without any issues.

Yes, but you'll need to bring your own food and your dog's own bowl. You'll also need to bring a water bowl.

Some accommodations, despite allowing pets, have an internal policy to ensure that dogs are not left unattended in rooms to prevent any disturbance to other guests, such as barking. Therefore, we recommend that you always check with your assigned accommodation designated accommodation regarding their specific policies and arrangements for pets.

Typically, each booking includes accommodation for one dog. If you plan to travel with additional pets under the same reservation, please let us in advance.

No, only the mandatory insurance and the vaccination record.

We recommend that you always keep your dog on a leash on roads, in urban areas or in towns where there are likely to be loose animals. In Galicia it is allowed by law that dogs are allowed to run loose on rural roads. Therefore, you can let it enjoy whenever you are in rural areas, forests, fields etc.

If during the Camino de Santiago you have any incident with your pet and it makes it impossible to continue walking, we have a transfer service from any point of the Camino. In addition to the documentation provided upon reservation, you'll have access to a helpline while on the road for assistance. Don't hesitate to reach out to us!

The optimal choice is to either travel by car to the beginning of the route or to park it in Santiago de Compostela. We offer a pet transfer service to any location along the Camino de Santiago. Feel free to reach out to us for assistance!

Just like the rest of the pilgrims, it's necessary to walk the last 100 km to reach Santiago. You'll need to remember to collect at least 2 stamps per day and then go to the Pilgrim's Office to collect your Compostela.
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