From Padrón to Santiago de Compostela

Last stage of the Portuguese Way, so we recommend leaving Padrón early to enjoy the day in Santiago de Compostela. Today you will find a high density of urbanized areas. Today you will find a high density of urbanized areas, confirming that you are reaching the finish line. The most remarkable thing about this stage, apart from the Cathedral of Santiago In the cemetery, under an olive tree, you will find the humble grave of Camilo José Cela. The route continues through the towns of Teo and Ames until it reaches the longed-for Plaza del Obradoiro.

Would you like to walk this stage with everything organised? All the details —stages, options and Miguel’s tips— are in our guide to the Camino de Santiago from Tui.

Last day! Get up early and set off from Padrón soon: the excitement will make the kilometres fly by as you cross Iria Flavia and the last villages toward Compostela. And suddenly, the Plaza del Obradoiro and the Cathedral of Santiago right in front of you: you've completed your Camino Portuguese. Collect your Compostela at the Pilgrim's Office (Rúa Carretas) and don't miss the pilgrim's mass or the rest of the Galician capital.