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7 days / 6 nights accommodation
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Luggage transfer during the stages
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Complete documentation
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Pilgrim’s Credential
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On-the-road emergency telephone assistance
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Travel insurance
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Travel Itinerary
The truth is that starting the Vía de la Plata from Ourense is a luxury. This city, crossed by the river Minho, has its maximum identifier in the multiple bridges that cross its flow to unite the two parts of the city. You can visit its Cathedral, in which the Portico del Paraíso stands out, a tribute to the Pórtico de la Gloria of Santiago de Compostela. You can also visit the convent of San Francisco and its very well preserved old town, full of leisure, atmosphere and good food. Finally, every good pilgrim visits the thermal baths of the city, some of which, such as Chavasqueira, are free of charge. We assure you that there is no better start to the Camino than a relaxing bath and a zen atmosphere like the one offered by these thermal baths. Are you ready to find out?
Well dear pilgrim, after enjoying yesterday getting to know the beautiful Ourense, today the adventure finally begins, here we go! Today you will go deep into the province of Ourense to go to a small village that has earned its place on the map and its recognition: San Cristovo de Cea. Did you know that the best bread in Galicia is made here? That’s right, the bread from Cea even has its own Denomination of Origin. Too bad bread is a perishable product and you can’t take a bunch of balls with you! Nevertheless, we hope you enjoy today and prepare a good sandwich for tomorrow’s stage.
This second stage is characterized for being the longest and hardest of this route, something that will be rewarded due to its great scenic and monumental interest. Until Castro Dozón you will have two alternatives of trip, the official one that will take you to Cotelas, and the unofficial one that will divert you until the wonderful Monastery of Oseira and that increases in 5 kilometers the stage. Despite the distance, we recommend taking the second option to enjoy the beauty of the Monastery, known as the “Galician Escorial”, due to its monumentality. From this point, to get to Lalín you will find a series of natural paths that cross parishes and small villages.
Once in Lalín, you can’t leave without eating the extraordinary Galician stew that they prepare in this area, considered one of the best in Galicia. Here you can also visit the church of Goiás, a Romanesque temple built in the 12th century.
Starting the route from the centre of Lalín, you will have to follow the milestones and arrows to reach the Pontiñas river walk, an extremely pleasant stretch for pilgrims. After crossing the industrial estate of Lalín, the path alternates to the left with the road, passing by the medieval bridge of Taboada. This section of the Camino is really interesting, both for its monumental richness and for its natural and environmental beauty. You will find the Romanesque church of Santiago de Taboada where you can stamp your credential; after passing by the Pazo de Trasfontao before reaching Silleda, all that remains is to cross the bridge over the river Toxa to reach the end of the stage, in Bandeira.
Bandeira is the second largest town in the municipality of Silleda. The Vista Alegre Cultural Centre is one of the most outstanding heritage buildings in the centre. You are in the ideal place to taste the traditional Galician empanada, the typical dish of the town.
Today you will leave Bandeira by the national road to continue along a dirt track to Dornelas, with its magnificent church. The route continues alternating road and dirt track until San Miguel de Castro and Taberna do Seixo, where you can stamp your credential and recharge your batteries before starting the descent to Ponte de Ulla. From here you will follow the same national road to the river Ulla, stopping at the chapel of Nuestra Señora de Gundián, of great devotion in the area. After crossing the old bridge over the river Ulla, you will say goodbye to the province of Pontevedra and enter A Coruña through Santa Cruz de Rivadulla, where the stage will come to an end.
In Santa Cruz de Rivadulla your path crosses one of the most popular routes for lovers of vegetation during the winter season: the route of the camellias. The pazo of Santa Cruz de Rivadulla has one of the most exotic and interesting gardens in Galicia. Of course, one of the jewels of the botanical walk is the camellia and its many subspecies, how many will you be able to distinguish?
Today we recommend leaving early to make the most of the day in Santiago. During the first three kilometres of the stage you will walk under lush forests until you reach Lestedo, where you can take a detour to the Pico Sacro, which has impressive panoramic views of the area. After reaching A Susana, you will be in the municipality of Santiago. The Way enters the city through the Sar district and, after crossing its Roman bridge, goes up through Castrón Douro to enter the historic centre through the Mazarelos Arch. Savour your last steps through the old town of Compostela and enjoy your triumphal entry into the Plaza del Obradoiro. Congratulations!
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 last stretch of the Via de la Plata from Ourense. 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 feel like walking and you have 5 more days, we encourage you to complete the 5 stages that separate 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 extraordinary sunset of the Finisterre lighthouse.
Map of the Way
Type of accommodation
In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Ourense
Detalles
Services included
Optional Services
Service | In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Ourense |
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Breakfast | 65€ per person |
MP (Breakfast and dinner) | 165€ per person |
Supplement for single room | 130€ per single room |
Extra night | 120€ (sing. room) / 150€ (doub. room) |
Breakfast | ||
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In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Ourense | 65€ per person | |
MP (Breakfast and dinner) | ||
In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Ourense | 165€ per person | |
Supplement for single room | ||
In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Ourense | 130€ per single room | |
Extra night | ||
In hotels, guesthouses and rural houses from Ourense | 120€ (sing. room) / 150€ (doub. room) | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
In your travel documents you will find an emergency telephone number where we we are available on the road when you need us. This way you will travel with peace of mind knowing that one of our companions will help you to quickly solve any problem, incident or doubt that you may have along your Camino de Santiago.
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