From Quiroga to Monforte de Lemos

In today's long stage we leave Quiroga and head for Monforte de Lemos, a place of great Jacobean tradition, located on the banks of the river Cabe, considered the capital of the Ribeira Sacra for being the largest of the municipalities in population. Due to the length of the stage, we recommend leaving early in order to take it easy.

We will begin walking from Quiroga towards Monforte de Lemos. The first point of interest we will encounter is San Clodio, from where we will continue to Nocedo and then arrive at Carballo de Lor.

From here, we will continue walking along natural paths, crossing valleys and beautiful landscapes until we reach Barxa de Lor. From this point, we will ascend to the summit of O Castro da Lama, the site of an ancient Roman gold mining operation, and then continue our climb towards Castroncelos.

The next reference point is A Pobra do Brollón, a perfect place to rest and regain strength in the recreational area next to the Saa River. After the break, we will head towards Cereixa, passing by a wayside cross with a carving of Santiago Peregrino before starting the ascent to Alto da Serra.

Once at the top, we will be very close to our destination. The final push involves descending the Moncai mountain to Reigada, from where there are only 3 flat kilometers left to finish the day in Monforte.

Things to consider

If the stage seems excessively long, you can split it into two by staying overnight in A Labrada or in the rural accommodations of Salcedo. Upon arriving in Monforte, you will discover the culture of "tapeo": it is very common to receive free tapas with your order. Additionally, if your visit coincides with the Cume Tapas festival, you will be able to taste exclusive creations of the local cuisine.

Places of interest

• Benedictine Monastery of San Vicente del Pino
• Keep Tower (Monforte de Lemos)
• Galicia Railway Museum
• Sacred Art Museum
• School of the Calasanz Fathers
• Ponte Vella (Monforte de Lemos)

Typical dishes

• Octopus á feira with Monforte potatoes
• Empanada de iscos (chorizo and bacon)
• Trout and eels (in season)
• Tetilla cheese
• Larpeiras from Monforte and Bicas
• D.O. Ribeira Sacra wine