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Embark on a 200 km pilgrimage along the Lighthouse Route on the Way of the Lighthouses, tracing the rugged beauty of Galicia’s Costa da Morte from Malpica to Fisterra. This untamed coastline invites pilgrims to explore iconic lighthouses and quaint fishing villages, offering insights into local life and rich history. Don’t forget, we have a detailed map available for this route. Dare to discover the Way of the Lighthouses pilgrimage, a captivating journey on the legendary Saint James Way leading to Santiago de Compostela.

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Map of the Camino

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Stages of the Way of the Lighthouses

From this small and pretty village: Malpica; your adventure of the Route of the Lighthouses will begin along the jagged Galician coast.

The most representative panoramic view of this village is undoubtedly the view of the Sisargas Islands from its coasts, natural refuge of a lot of seabirds. In addition, Malpica has the Towers of Mens, the church of Santiago de Mens, the hermitage of San Adrian and the stone Dolmen of the Ark, among others, as main heritage sites to visit. As for the tradition and customs of this town, we encourage you to get to know them by taking a stroll around the port and visiting the Casa del Pescador (Lugris Urban Museum inside) and the fish market, a place where the tradition of auctioning fish by voice is still preserved.

You will start your first stage of the Way to Finisterre from the Obradoiro Square. After leaving the city, the route runs through meadows and pine and eucalyptus forests, until it reaches one of the most beautiful villages of the stage, Ponte Maceira. This small town of just over 60 inhabitants, can boast of belonging to the network of the Most Beautiful Villages of Spain. It enjoys an idyllic setting as it is located on the course of the river Tambre, where its great stone bridge of Roman origin stands out. There are many legends that circulate about this ancient bridge, such as the one that says that in the Roman persecution of the disciples of the Apostle Santiago, the bridge collapsed by divine intervention, ending with the persecutors.

After passing Ponte Maceira, there are only a few kilometres left to reach the end of the stage, Negreira, where you will find all the necessary services. You can visit its most emblematic monument, the Pazo de Cotón. Associated to this medieval fortress you will find the chapel of San Mauro, nowadays known as chapel do Cotón.

This is the longest stage of the Way to Finisterre, as there are more than 30 kilometres between Negreira and Olveiroa. Although long, this stage is not very difficult, as it runs over gently sloping terrain. Throughout the route you will enjoy a totally rural landscape, crossing large meadows, huge forests of native trees and small villages where the kindness of its people will give you momentum to reach the goal. A few kilometres before reaching the end, you can admire the incredible views of the A Fervenza reservoir, on the descent of Monte Aro. Olveiroa has all the services to rest and recover after this long stage.

Olveiroa is a rural environment that has suffered for years the evils of depopulation. Today, however, it has become a renewed environment with the restoration of its heritage. The most outstanding heritage elements are its centenary granaries.

Note: Olveiroa is a small village with little accommodation. If there is no availability at the time of booking, you will finish your stage earlier, specifically in A Picota, shortening the walk by 4 kilometres.

From Olveiroa you will direct your steps towards Cee to finally meet the Atlantic Ocean, a sign that the goal is getting closer and closer. The route starts at the Castrelo reservoir and continues uphill until it reaches spectacular views of the Xallas river. At 5 kilometres from the start, you will find the village of Hospital, where we recommend stopping before continuing, as the rest of the route runs along lonely rural paths until you reach the fork Fisterra and Muxía. Once you reach this fork, you will have to take the option on the left to continue descending towards Cee, your end of the stage.

Cee, located between Cape Touriñán and Cape Fisterra, is part of A Costa da Morte. Relax and enjoy its privileged natural environment and beautiful beaches.

Today’s stage is a beautiful and quiet walk near the sea, passing through pine forests, beaches and cliffs. In Corcubión you will have to make a stop on the way to stroll through the old part of the town, declared a Historic-Artistic Site. Here, you can also bathe in the beach of Quenxe, sheltered from the winds and storms so typical of the Costa da Morte. Afterwards, the walk continues enjoying the wonderful green landscape and the rocky Atlantic coast until you reach the desired goal, Finisterre.

It will be worth a stroll through the village before setting course for the real goal, Cape Finisterre. Just 3 kilometres of ascent will take you to its famous lighthouse to contemplate one of the most spectacular sunsets in the world, with the sun setting over the waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

No doubt, you will appreciate taking a well-deserved rest after these days of walking, strolling around Fisterra, its port and its market; and enjoying the rich local gastronomy. After a bit of leisure tourism we recommend as a cultural plan to visit the Museum of the Sea, located in the Castle of San Carlos which was built in the eighteenth century.

In this stage the wild nature of the Costa da Morte will be the main protagonist. You will walk among villages, forests of native trees and extensive corn fields. The Way passes through small and quiet roads until it reaches the beach of O Rostro, which ascends to Padrís and then enters Lires. The Lires estuary has an important ornithological richness and remarkable examples of popular and religious architecture, such as the Romanesque church of Santa María de Morquintián. You will finish the stage in Muxía, always accompanied by the sea and the beaches, until you reach the Sanctuary of the Virxe da Barca, temple of water and end of the stage.

In addition to the mysticism and magic that surround this small fishing village, Muxía is a very lively place worth knowing. Apart from its important cultural and natural heritage, this place gives you the opportunity to get to know the way of life of the seafaring people of the Costa da Morte. We invite you to be fascinated by its traditional architecture, its rich gastronomy and its popular festivities.

We hope you enjoyed your Camino to Finisterre and Muxía. We are sure that after this experience you will feel completely renewed. This last day you can take the opportunity to visit Muxía at your leisure before returning home. But if you have time, we recommend you to stay a few more days and get to know the enigmatic Costa da Morte in more depth.

Way of the Lighthouses, Accommodation prices

Types of accommodations

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Habitación del Hotel Mar de Fisterra
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Habitación del Hotel La Marina - Restaurante Gastronómico

In hotels, guesthouses and cottages on the route of the lighthouses

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.

Details of the Way of the Lighthouses

Services included

10 days / 9 nights accommodation10 days / 9 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

ServiceIn hotels, guesthouses and cottages on the route of the lighthouses
BreakfastBreakfast60€ per person
MP (Breakfast and dinner)MP (Breakfast and dinner)140€ per person
Supplement for single roomSupplement for single room175€ per single room
Extra nightExtra night55€ (sing. room) / 70€ (doub. room)
Breakfast Breakfast
In hotels, guesthouses and cottages on the route of the lighthouses 60€ per person
MP (Breakfast and dinner) MP (Breakfast and dinner)
In hotels, guesthouses and cottages on the route of the lighthouses 140€ per person
Supplement for single room Supplement for single room
In hotels, guesthouses and cottages on the route of the lighthouses 175€ per single room
Extra night Extra night
In hotels, guesthouses and cottages on the route of the lighthouses 55€ (sing. room) / 70€ (doub. room)

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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

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.

It is the guarantee that you can enjoy your Camino in a safe way. In our trips you already have an insurance included with your trip to be protected during the Camino de Santiago. We will send you the insurance policy along with all the documentation of your trip, so you will have everything you need to enjoy the Camino with peace of mind. Walk without worries!

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:
  • 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.
  • By email: If you prefer to make the reservation by email or need a personalized trip, you can send us an email to info@viajecaminodesantiago.com. We will provide you with the necessary information to complete the reservation via email.
IMPORTANT: If the routes or services on the website do not meet your specific needs, you can request a personalized quote tailored to what you are looking for by sending an email to info@viajescaminodesantiago.com. If you have any questions or issues when making your reservation, please contact us at (0034) 981 96 68 46, and we will be happy to assist you.
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    Maravilloso, espectacular, impresionante………no tengo palabras suficientea para poder describir tanta maravilla de la naturaleza. Los faros, acantilados, playas, los pueblos. Además está poco masificado. Eso si!! Tienes que ir muy bien preparado ya que hay tramos durísimos, llevar suficiente agua y comida ya que no encontrarás lugares en los que parar. En cuanto a la organización, ninguna queja, todo ha estado de maravilla. 100% recomendable.

  2. Francisco Hernandez de la Rubia –

    Maravilloso, espectacular, impresionante………no tengo palabras suficientea para poder describir tanta maravilla de la naturaleza. Los faros, acantilados, playas, los pueblos. Además está poco masificado. Eso si!! Tienes que ir muy bien preparado ya que hay tramos durísimos, llevar suficiente agua y comida ya que no encontrarás lugares en los que parar. En cuanto a la organización, ninguna queja, todo ha estado de maravilla. 100% recomendable.

  3. Francisco Hernandez de la Rubia –

    Maravilloso, espectacular, impresionante………no tengo palabras suficientea para poder describir tanta maravilla de la naturaleza. Los faros, acantilados, playas, los pueblos. Además está poco masificado. Eso si!! Tienes que ir muy bien preparado ya que hay tramos durísimos, llevar suficiente agua y comida ya que no encontrarás lugares en los que parar. En cuanto a la organización, ninguna queja, todo ha estado de maravilla. 100% recomendable.

  4. Helena Gómez –

    Es una ruta un poco dificil, hubo momentos realmente duros, sin embargo la experiencia merece mucho la pena, pocas veces en mi vida tuve la oportunidad de caminar y disfrutar por paisajes tan vírgenes. La ayuda de Jorge, nuestro guía fue de vital importancia, sobre todo en las etapas más inclinadas, fue duro pero lo conseguimos

  5. Helena Gómez –

    Es una ruta un poco dificil, hubo momentos realmente duros, sin embargo la experiencia merece mucho la pena, pocas veces en mi vida tuve la oportunidad de caminar y disfrutar por paisajes tan vírgenes. La ayuda de Jorge, nuestro guía fue de vital importancia, sobre todo en las etapas más inclinadas, fue duro pero lo conseguimos

  6. Helena Gómez –

    Es una ruta un poco dificil, hubo momentos realmente duros, sin embargo la experiencia merece mucho la pena, pocas veces en mi vida tuve la oportunidad de caminar y disfrutar por paisajes tan vírgenes. La ayuda de Jorge, nuestro guía fue de vital importancia, sobre todo en las etapas más inclinadas, fue duro pero lo conseguimos

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