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Embark on the scenic North Way pilgrimage route, also known as Camino del Norte, from Vilalba. This path leads you through the serene A Terra Chá region in Lugo province, passing charming villages and rural landscapes dedicated to cattle and dairy farming.

Journey along this sacred route to Santiago de Compostela on the legendary Saint James Way. Experience the tranquility of the North Way, inviting you to lose yourself and rediscover amidst the breathtaking natural surroundings.

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The town of Vilalba has all the services you need to relax after your trip: supermarkets, cafes, restaurants etc. Today you can enjoy one of the best barbecued meats in the region. You can also visit the Torre de los Andrade, the remains of an ancient medieval castle that nowadays works as a Parador de turismo.

We start the Camino del Norte from Vilalba! This is a stage of little difficulty as it runs along flat roads. During the itinerary you will be able to enjoy the dense forests and green meadows that make up the landscape of the place. You will also have to cross the river twice at the villages of San Xoán de Alba or Pedrouzos.

Once in Baamonde, we recommend spending some time visiting the tourist attractions of this town, among which the Casa Museo Víctor Corral, the Torre de Camarasa or its popular thousand-year-old chestnut tree stand out.

During this stage you will walk along the course of the river Parga until you will have to cross it at a certain point to reach your destination, the village of Miraz. Before arriving you will leave behind some small villages like San Breixo or Carballedo.

Once in Miraz, we recommend you to visit the Church or its Tower, the two most iconic points of this village and then rest and recharge your batteries for the next stage.

Note:
Since the original stage from Baamonde to Sobrado dos Monxes is a whopping 39.8 kilometres long and there is no intermediate accommodation on the Camino, we have decided to split the stage to the small village of Miraz and spend the night in a beautiful rural tourism house located a few kilometres from the village. All transfers are included.

Leaving Miraz behind, a gentle ascent begins towards the Alto de Mámoa. In this stage the route enters for the first time in the province of A Coruña, it is a quiet stage where you will pass through several villages practically uninhabited. There are few places to stock up on supplies, so we recommend that you carry everything you need to face the stage in your backpack.

Once in Sobrado dos Monxes we recommend visiting its famous Monastery of Santa María, inhabited by Benedictine monks and which today also houses the pilgrims’ hostel.

At this stage the Northern Way merges with the last stretch of the French Way. Probably, if you are doing the Camino in spring or summer, the most characteristic thing for you today will be that suddenly there will be a lot more pilgrims. This is due to the confluence of many of the Jacobean routes that come from the east of the peninsula in the surroundings of Arzúa and Palas de Rei, in addition to the great affluence that has the French way. So you know, time to make more friends before you get to your destination! The stage ends in Arzúa, home of one of the best cheeses in the country. You will see how delicious it is to taste a portion of Arzúa-Ulloa Denomination of Origin cheese accompanied by a good glass of red wine. And then to rest!

Today begins the penultimate stage of your Camino del Norte. 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 to 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 savouring your last kilometres 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 the North Road from Vilalba. 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 days more, we encourage you to complete the 5 stages from Santiago to Finisterre. The most magical and spiritual route that hides 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.

Map of the Way

Northern Way from Vilalba map

Type of accommodation

Habitación en Hotel Rural
Habitación doble en Pensión Luis
Habitación del Hostal Restaurante Terra Cha Catering
Habitación del hotel rural Biterra

In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Villalba

Due to the fact that some towns along this route have little variety of accommodation, we have selected the best establishments available for you to have an incredible experience on your Camino de Santiago. You will combine the rest in small and cosy pensions with rural houses and lodgings of superior category, always looking for the best quality and location.
Habitación del Albergue As Pedreiras
Habitación del Albergue Vía Láctea
Habitaciones en el Albergue de Lecer
Habitación del Albergue O Trisquel

In private hostels from Villalba

Hostels are the perfect option if you are travelling alone, have a low budget or want to live the Camino de Santiago experience to the fullest. The ideal accommodation to meet other pilgrims, live together and experience all the values of this magical journey. They have mixed rooms organized in bunk beds, bathrooms separated by sexes, equipped kitchens, laundry and common areas where you can relax and enjoy unforgettable evenings with your travel companions.

Detalles

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

Optional Services

ServicioIn private hostels from VillalbaIn hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Villalba
BreakfastBreakfastNot available65€ per person
MP (Breakfast and dinner)MP (Breakfast and dinner)Not available165€ per person
Supplement for single roomSupplement for single roomNot available150€ per single room
Extra nightExtra night25€ per person75€ (sing. room) / 120€ (doub. room)
Breakfast Breakfast
In private hostels from Villalba Not available
In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Villalba 65€ per person
MP (Breakfast and dinner) MP (Breakfast and dinner)
In private hostels from Villalba Not available
In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Villalba 165€ per person
Supplement for single room Supplement for single room
In private hostels from Villalba Not available
In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Villalba 150€ per single room
Extra night Extra night
In private hostels from Villalba 25€ per person
In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Villalba 75€ (sing. room) / 120€ (doub. room)

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Views of the Cathedral of Santiago

Frequently Asked Questions

In this modality you will do the Camino de Santiago at your own pace and you will only have to worry about choosing the route you like the most, the type of accommodation and your departure date. If you choose this option you will travel alone or with the people that appear in your reservation, and you will have all the services included so that you only have to worry about walking and enjoying the experience.

The Camino de Santiago on your own includes the following services

  • Accommodation
  • Luggage transport
  • Dossier with information about the stages
  • Pilgrim's credential
  • On-the-road helpline
  • Travel insurance

In addition, you can customize your trip by adding the following optional services

  • Breakfast or half board
  • Private transfers to the start of the stage from Santiago de Compostela or from the airport.
  • Extra night at the beginning or end of the stage

Unlike the group trips, no bus service, guide or support vehicle is included between stages. But you will have a 24-hour hotline where you can contact us in case of any problem or unforeseen event, which we will solve quickly.

Yes, you will have total freedom to choose your departure date. However, if you want to do your Camino de Santiago in the months of December, January and February, we recommend that you check availability before making your reservation. At this time of year most accommodation is closed and many services may not be available.

In your travel documents, you will find the names of the accommodations assigned to you, as well as their contact telephone number and location.   As a general rule, all accommodation are located in the centre of the different towns along the Pilgrims' Route to Santiago de Compostela, without the need to deviate too far from the route. But sometimes, due to lack of availability, it is possible that some accommodation may be a little far from the village or even in neighbouring towns.   For all the accommodations that are at a considerable distance from the route of the Camino, we will provide you with a free taxi service that you can use to get to your accommodation and return to the Camino the next morning.   In any case, these are exceptions that we will inform you at the time of booking.

Luggage transport service by default is included in all our trips and it is not necessary to request it. You can enjoy the Camino de Santiago without the burden of carrying your luggage on your back, knowing that your suitcase will be waiting for you at your next accommodation upon your arrival.   Along with your credential, you'll also receive stickers. Cover these stickers with the requested information and stick them in a visible place on your suitcase.   Upon arrival at your accommodation, we suggest asking at the reception where you can leave your luggage. You'll need to leave your luggage at the designated spot early in the morning for our carrier to pick it up. This ensures that when you arrive at your next accommodation, your luggage will already be waiting for you.

We have a taxi service that you can hire whenever you need it. You can hire it, for example, to go from the airport to the start of your Camino, or to go from Santiago to your starting point to pick up your car once you finish the stage.   The price of the transfers will depend on the distance from your point of origin to the destination. If you have any questions about this service do not hesitate to contact us.

We provide mandatory insurance coverage with every trip to safeguard you against any potential inconveniences during the Camino de Santiago. You'll receive the insurance policy along with your travel documents.

The basic travel insurance included in our packages offers extensive coverage against unforeseen events, ensuring you'll receive guaranteed medical assistance and numerous benefits. You can review the specifics in the General Conditions of Travel Insurance.

In your travel documents, you'll find an emergency telephone number where we're accessible while you're on the road. This ensures you'll journey with peace of mind, knowin our team members will assist you with any problems, incidents, or questions you encounter along your Camino de Santiago.

To make a reservation, you can follow these steps:

  1. Through our website: Select the route you want and follow the steps indicated in the form. Provide your personal information and that of your companions, choose the type of accommodation, room distribution, meals, transfers, bike rental, etc.
  2. By email: If you prefer to make the reservation by email or need a personalized trip, you can send us an email to [email protected]. We will provide you with the necessary information to complete the reservation via email.

It is important to note that if the routes or services available on the website do not meet your specific needs, you can request a personalized quote by sending an email to [email protected].

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