Camino de Santiago del Norte from Ribadeo to Santiago
Camino de Santiago del Norte from Ribadeo to Santiago
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Travel the 195 kilometres on the final stretch of the Camino del Norte from Ribadeo to Santiago de Compostela, as you move away from Asturias and the sea to encounter the Galician mountains and lands.
Discover Ribadeo, the first Galician village on this stretch and try next to the estuary some great fish from the town of Burela. It crosses UNESCO-declared reserves and World Heritage Sites; visit the "land of cheese" in Arzua; travel along A Terra Cha, the largest area of plains in Galicia, and then culminate your tour in the Plaza del Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela.
- Discover a unique ecosystem in Ribadeo, declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO.
- Explore Mondonedo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Visit Pazo de Caion, a canvas factory in 1738 and later residence of the poet Luis Pimentel in Mondonedo.
- Visit the Monastery of Sobrado dos Monxes, an architectural landmark in the Galician Baroque style.
- Tour the ancient city of Santiago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Ribadeo
Explore Ribadeo, the medieval town known as the “Puerta de Galicia”, (The door to Galicia) on the natural border with Asturias. Venture onto the Aguas Santas Beach (or Playa de Las Catedrales), by the appearance of its cliffs, declared a natural monument by the Xunta de Galicia.
Enjoy the historic quarter and architectural footprint of the Castle of San Damian, the Chapel of San Miguel, the Torre dos Morenos and the Convent of Santa Clara.
Enjoy the historic quarter and architectural footprint of the Castle of San Damian, the Chapel of San Miguel, the Torre dos Morenos and the Convent of Santa Clara.
Overnight in Ribadeo
Hotel Casona de Lazurtegui
This accommodation is located in an old colonial house from the 20th century. It offers rooms with flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
Enjoy a delicious continental breakfast served daily in its cafeteria.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 2 - Ribadeo to Lourenza 17 miles | 27 km
Today the Camino takes us away from the coastal landscape to enter an inland rural area, full of green meadows. Beans are a typical crop found in this area.
We will walk through the middle of forests with masses of eucalyptus trees and along small villages.
At Ponte de Pedra, we'll enter Lourenza, where we'll spend the night.
Ascent: 498m (1,633ft) / Descent: 483m (1,584ft)
We will walk through the middle of forests with masses of eucalyptus trees and along small villages.
At Ponte de Pedra, we'll enter Lourenza, where we'll spend the night.
Ascent: 498m (1,633ft) / Descent: 483m (1,584ft)
Overnight in Lourenza
Residencia Casa Gloria
This country house is located on the outskirts of Lourenza, in natural surroundings near the River Baos. It has rooms with all the comforts to relax and rest.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 3 - Lourenza to Abadin 15 miles | 24 km
Today's route, in addition to being carried through a landscape of green meadows, passes through the town of Mondonedo, the present capital of the La Marina Central region and formerly one of the capitals of the Kingdom of Galicia.
The architectural landscape found in Mondonedo is very rich, so it is worth making a stop to visit its old town to see the Cathedral, the Church of Santiago or the Sanctuary of Nuestra Senora de los Remedios.
As we leave Mondonedo, the Cano continues to Abadin, our destination today.
Ascent: 791m (2,595ft) / Descent: 339m (1,112ft)
The architectural landscape found in Mondonedo is very rich, so it is worth making a stop to visit its old town to see the Cathedral, the Church of Santiago or the Sanctuary of Nuestra Senora de los Remedios.
As we leave Mondonedo, the Cano continues to Abadin, our destination today.
Ascent: 791m (2,595ft) / Descent: 339m (1,112ft)
Overnight in Abadin
Casa Goás
This charming family-run accommodation features rooms with flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. It also has a restaurant and a lovely terrace.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 4 - Abadin to Villalba 12 miles | 20 km
Leaving Abadin, take the ascending road to Fernandano. Cross the River Abadin, climb Ponterroxal and then to O Rei and Plazas. Descend and cross the River Santa Baia and from Leiras to Martinan.
You will be walking through the Lugo plains or A Terra Cha, in Galician, the largest plain in Galicia, green meadows and crossed by numerous rivers and lagoons.
Soon you will arrive in Goiriz to visit the Church of Santiago and the Chapel of Fatima. Take the path until you can see Villalba, where you can explore the Castle and the Church of Santa Maria.
Ascent: 174m (570ft) / Descent: 199m (653ft)
You will be walking through the Lugo plains or A Terra Cha, in Galician, the largest plain in Galicia, green meadows and crossed by numerous rivers and lagoons.
Soon you will arrive in Goiriz to visit the Church of Santiago and the Chapel of Fatima. Take the path until you can see Villalba, where you can explore the Castle and the Church of Santa Maria.
Ascent: 174m (570ft) / Descent: 199m (653ft)
Overnight in Villalba
Hotel Vila Do Alba
Located in the municipality of Villalba, this accommodation has rooms equipped with private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 5 - Villalba to Baamonde 12 miles | 20 km
Leaving Villalba, we will enter the region of Terra Cha, which means "flat land", because it is a region characterized by its plains and being the most extensive in all of Galicia.
The trail will take us through agricultural and livestock villages and along forest paths until we reach Baamonde.
Ascent: 152m (498ft) / Descent: 219m (718ft)
The trail will take us through agricultural and livestock villages and along forest paths until we reach Baamonde.
Ascent: 152m (498ft) / Descent: 219m (718ft)
Overnight in Baamonde
Km101 Gourmet Corner
Enjoy a beautiful garden and an appetizing terrace where you can relax and rest.
This accommodation has rooms with flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 6 - Baamonde to Miraz 9 miles | 15 km
Before leaving Baamonde, it is worth visiting the millennial tree, which has on its trunk, a chapel-shaped carving with a virgin, made by the local sculptor Victor Corral.
We will continue the journey through rural Galicia to the parish of Santiago de Miraz, belonging to the municipality of Friol, where we can visit the fortress with its 12-metre high tower, or the church, both medieval.
Ascent: 132m (433ft) / Descent: 90m (295ft)
We will continue the journey through rural Galicia to the parish of Santiago de Miraz, belonging to the municipality of Friol, where we can visit the fortress with its 12-metre high tower, or the church, both medieval.
Ascent: 132m (433ft) / Descent: 90m (295ft)
Overnight in Miraz
Parga Natura Alojamiento
Located on a hillside and just a few metres from the Parga River, it offers heated rooms with private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 7 - Miraz to Sobrado dos Monxes 17 miles | 28 km
Start the longest stretch of the route after a taxi transfer to Santa Leocadia. Walk the slopes and paths that cross farms and small villages.
Border the lagoon in Sobrado and admire the spectacular towers of the Monastery of Sobrado dos Monxes, one of the most important landmarks on the Camino de Santiago.
Visit its Cistercian Monastery of Santa Maria, a pilgrim's refuge; the Ciudadela Roman Camp and the artificial lagoon in Sobrado, built in 1500 by the monks.
Ascent: 374m (1,227ft) / Descent: 302m (991ft)
Border the lagoon in Sobrado and admire the spectacular towers of the Monastery of Sobrado dos Monxes, one of the most important landmarks on the Camino de Santiago.
Visit its Cistercian Monastery of Santa Maria, a pilgrim's refuge; the Ciudadela Roman Camp and the artificial lagoon in Sobrado, built in 1500 by the monks.
Ascent: 374m (1,227ft) / Descent: 302m (991ft)
Overnight in Sobrado dos Monxes
Hotel San Marcus
Enjoy this comfortable hotel which features a garden, terrace and rooms with private bathrooms. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the accommodation.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 8 - Sobrado dos Monxes to Arzua 14 miles | 22 km
Start this placid stretch that joins the Camino Frances, going to the village of Vilarchao. Take the forest trail to O Peruxil and O Castro. Head to the hostel in Boimorto, which allows you to enjoy a little more of the Camino del Norte at Santa Irene.
Arrive in Corredoiras, the first village in the Boimorto district, where you can visit the Parish Church of Santa Maria de Sendelle, a Romanesque church that houses restored frescoes.
Head along the path from Vilar to Viladavil. Advance to O Viso and reach Arzua, known as the "land of cheese".
Ascent: 209m (685ft) / Descent: 336m (1,102ft)
Arrive in Corredoiras, the first village in the Boimorto district, where you can visit the Parish Church of Santa Maria de Sendelle, a Romanesque church that houses restored frescoes.
Head along the path from Vilar to Viladavil. Advance to O Viso and reach Arzua, known as the "land of cheese".
Ascent: 209m (685ft) / Descent: 336m (1,102ft)
Overnight in Arzua
Casa Brandariz
This rural lodging offers excellent cuisine in its restaurant, common areas, and free Wi-Fi throughout its facilities.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 9 - Arzua to Amenal 14 miles | 23 km
On the Camino today you will find Santa Irene, a village of great natural and historical heritage. Here is the well-known Chapel consecrated to St. Peter.
In this same chapel is the Fountain of St. Irene, of which legend says, had powers to eliminate pests from crops.
We will continue walking along rural trails until we reach Amenal, where you will have your overnight stay.
Ascent: 349m (1,145ft) / Descent: 491m (1,611ft)
In this same chapel is the Fountain of St. Irene, of which legend says, had powers to eliminate pests from crops.
We will continue walking along rural trails until we reach Amenal, where you will have your overnight stay.
Ascent: 349m (1,145ft) / Descent: 491m (1,611ft)
Overnight in Amenal
Hotel Amenal
Located in Amenal, this country hotel offers fully equipped rooms with a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 10 - Amenal to Santiago de Compostela 13 miles | 21 km
When leaving the village of Amenal, our next destination will be Lavacolla, a town on the outskirts of Santiago de Compostela, where the most important airport in Galicia is located. According to tradition, pilgrims usually wash in the river to prepare before their arrival in the city of Santiago de Compostela.
Head to Pedrouzo and then take the Rua Concello to San Anton. Explore the Parish Church of San Pelayo from 1840 and deviate to Villamaior to cross the River Sionlla, where pilgrims were stripped of their dirty clothes and bathed before their arrival in Santiago, where you can ascend to the long-awaited Monte do Gozo.
Enter the historic quarter in Santiago, a World Heritage Site, going up to Plaza de Cervantes and then, to Plaza da Inmaculada. Enter under the Palace Arch to access the Plaza del Obradoiro. Here ends your adventure as a pilgrim, an unparalleled experience and incomparable to any other!
Ascent: 244m (1,145ft) / Descent: 390m (1,279ft)
Head to Pedrouzo and then take the Rua Concello to San Anton. Explore the Parish Church of San Pelayo from 1840 and deviate to Villamaior to cross the River Sionlla, where pilgrims were stripped of their dirty clothes and bathed before their arrival in Santiago, where you can ascend to the long-awaited Monte do Gozo.
Enter the historic quarter in Santiago, a World Heritage Site, going up to Plaza de Cervantes and then, to Plaza da Inmaculada. Enter under the Palace Arch to access the Plaza del Obradoiro. Here ends your adventure as a pilgrim, an unparalleled experience and incomparable to any other!
Ascent: 244m (1,145ft) / Descent: 390m (1,279ft)
Overnight in Santiago de Compostela
Hospedería San Martin Pinario
This historic monastery is the perfect place to relax in the heart of Santiago de Compostela, combining Galician tradition with maximum comfort.
Enjoy its rooms with private bathroom, free Wi-Fi and a good breakfast.
*In case there is no availability in this accommodation, you will stay in one of a similar category.
Day 11 - Santiago de Compostela
For your return, take a bus or taxi to the city's airport.
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- Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels and country cottages
- Daily Breakfasts
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Camino de Santiago pilgrim credential
- Information dossier with maps and routes
- 24-hour telephone support
- Assistance vehicle in case of emergency
- Travel insurance
- Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO2 emissions of your trip
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Extras
- Cancellation insurance
- Additional nights
- Picnics
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General information
The accommodations with which we collaborate have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure the best comfort available.
Our team checks in situ the quality of all the accommodations offered, so that you have an unforgettable experience during your trip.
The accommodation that we will book for your trip will be selected taking into account our commitment to you: guaranteeing comfort, calm and enjoyment throughout your trip.
We work with quality hotels and country cottages with limited capacity, so we invite you to confirm your reservation as soon as possible.
The name of each accommodation will be provided to you a few weeks before your trip begins.
Room types
It is possible to book this journey in single, double or triple rooms.
All rooms have private bathrooms.
Travel & Transfers
Our recommendation is to fly to Asturias Airport (OVD). From the airport, you can take a bus operated by the company “Alsa”, which connects the airport with Ribadeo.
If you arrive at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), you can take a direct train to Ribadeo from "Madrid-Chamartín" station. The train company that operates this line is “Renfe”. On their website you can see details and buy tickets.
At the end of your trip in Santiago de Compostela, we recommend flying from Santiago de Compostela airport (SCQ), only 15 minutes from the city center. As there are always taxis and bus lines running every 10 minutes to the airport, you will be able to return easily.
If you arrive at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), you can take a direct train to Ribadeo from "Madrid-Chamartín" station. The train company that operates this line is “Renfe”. On their website you can see details and buy tickets.
At the end of your trip in Santiago de Compostela, we recommend flying from Santiago de Compostela airport (SCQ), only 15 minutes from the city center. As there are always taxis and bus lines running every 10 minutes to the airport, you will be able to return easily.
FAQs
Is luggage transfer included? What are the luggage requirements?
Absolutely! Each traveller has included 1 piece of luggage that we will transfer between your accommodations. It's important that this piece of luggage meets the following criterias:
- Maximum weight of 45 lbs (20 kg).
- Must be only 1 piece of luggage without any attachments or accessories.
- Should not contain valuables, fragile items, food or medications.
- Must be correctly identified (booking reference of your trip and the full name of the trip holder).
What should my physical preparation be?
You must be in good physical condition to travel this route, as it is categorized with medium-high difficulty, due to some demanding ascents and descents. In addition, the walks are between 12 and 33 km daily, on average, with durations between 5 and 8 hours.
If you have no experience in walking or don't enjoy an active lifestyle, we suggest preparing with daily walks or cardio exercises, approximately 2 months before starting the trip.
How far in advance should I book my trip?
We recommend that you book as soon as you are sure about your dates, as accommodation can fill up very quickly in this area.
What equipment do I need to bring?
Once you make your reservation we will send you all the detailed information about the specific equipment you need for this route, considering recommendations for shoes, boots, clothes and a day-to day backpack.
Is this walking holiday for me?
You will love this route if you are passionate about pilgrimage walks surrounded by coastal paths, forest trails, extensive plains and with towns and cities that preserve the spiritual roots of the Old Continent.
It is also ideal for you if you enjoy the Galician landscape and experiences of cultural diversity while touring places full of history.
What is the best time of the year to complete this route?
Any time between March and October will give you an amazing experience. May is undoubtedly one of the best months to complete the route, as the temperatures are moderate, as is the influx of pilgrims.
In spring, mornings and evenings are usually cool and during the day, temperatures are pleasant, with a sun that is not as scorching as in summer. However, at this time and in autumn, especially in the north where the ocean climate predominates, there are frequent rains, so we suggest you check the weather forecast.
How do I get the pilgrim's credential?
The pilgrim's credential can be found upon arrival at your first accommodation.
This credential must be stamped in churches, restaurants and hotels during your journey on the Camino de Santiago. At the end of the trip in the city of Santiago, you can obtain the Compostela that certifies you as a pilgrim.
Can some of the longer stages of the itinerary be divided?
Yes, below is a list of all the stages that we can divide, so that you do not have to walk so many daily kilometres:
- Comillas to Unquera (with overnight in San Vicente de la Barquera).
- Llanes to Ribadesella (with overnight in Nueva).
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