Camino de Santiago from Sarria in 6 days
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Discover the Camino Frances from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela, a path full of landscape and historical beauties, crossing the main pilgrim routes and villages: Ventas de Naron, Melide and A Rua.
Get the pilgrim's credential for the Camino de Santiago while discovering the gastronomic richness of the region, medieval buildings and UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the last stretch of the Camino Frances and the ancient city of Santiago.
- Tour Sarria, converted into the most populous urban centre on the Galician stretch of the Camino.
- Visit the A Magdalena Chapel in Ventas de Naron which, on its wooden door, has carved the symbols of the chalice, the cross and the pilgrim shell.
- Enjoy typical Galician dishes such as caldeiro (stew) and lacon con grelos (bacon with turnip tops), desserts such as filloas (pancakes) and Portomarin brandy.
- Explore Melide, the geographical centre of Galicia where the Camino Frances route from Roncesvalles and the Camino Primitivo meet.
- Discover Santiago de Compostela, one of the three holy cities together with Rome and Jerusalem.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Sarria
Start this tour by exploring Sarria, the capital of the region and the town preferred by pilgrims to obtain the pilgrim certificate for the minimum distance of 100 km to Santiago and its multiple services along the way, while walking along the Rua Maior, (the main street) and through the centre.
Visit the the medieval Fortress Tower of the Marqueses of Sarria, the only element left standing within the construction; the Aspera medieval bridge over the River Celeiro; the 13th-century Magdalena Monastery; the Church of Santa Marina built on an old Romanesque church from the 12th century or the Church of San Salvador. Go for it and explore the carvings found on the rocks in the parishes of Maside or Barbadelo.
Visit the the medieval Fortress Tower of the Marqueses of Sarria, the only element left standing within the construction; the Aspera medieval bridge over the River Celeiro; the 13th-century Magdalena Monastery; the Church of Santa Marina built on an old Romanesque church from the 12th century or the Church of San Salvador. Go for it and explore the carvings found on the rocks in the parishes of Maside or Barbadelo.
Overnight in Sarria
Mar de Plata
This cosy accomodation enjoys an excellent location in Sarria, and has common areas where you can rest and recover from the days walk.
The rooms feature spacious beds, a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Enjoy delicious local food in its restaurant.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - Sarria to Ventas de Naron 20,6 miles | 33,2 km
Start at the Rua Maior until you reach the viewpoint over Sarria and then the Convent of the Magdalene. Descend to a tributary of the River Sarria and cross it by the Aspera Bridge.
Descend from Ferreiros along an asphalt road to Mirallos, where you can visit the Church of Santa Maria. Climb between pines and oak trees to Moimentos and then to Mercadoiro.
Leave Portomarin and start this ascending stretch starting at the Belesar Reservoir to Mount San Antonio, before arriving between pine roads to Toxibo and Gonzar with its Romanesque church. Continue the ascent to Castromayor at about 600 m. Go up the paved road to O Hospital do Alto da Cruz and then cross the road over the bridge to reach Ventas de Naron, a small, typical Galician village where you can get to know the Chapel of A Magdalena.
Descend from Ferreiros along an asphalt road to Mirallos, where you can visit the Church of Santa Maria. Climb between pines and oak trees to Moimentos and then to Mercadoiro.
Leave Portomarin and start this ascending stretch starting at the Belesar Reservoir to Mount San Antonio, before arriving between pine roads to Toxibo and Gonzar with its Romanesque church. Continue the ascent to Castromayor at about 600 m. Go up the paved road to O Hospital do Alto da Cruz and then cross the road over the bridge to reach Ventas de Naron, a small, typical Galician village where you can get to know the Chapel of A Magdalena.
Overnight in Ventas de Naron
Albergue O Cruceiro
Open since 2007, this private pilgrim-only hostel on the Camino de Santiago features a restaurant, garden and terrace.
It offersrooms with a private bathroom, heating and free Wi-Fi.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - Ventas de Naron to Melide 16,2 miles | 26,2 km
Descend to Palas de Rei, the end of the penultimate stage of the Codex Calixtinus, the most famous medieval code on the pilgrimage route, which includes a guide to the Camino Frances and the first polyphonic music in Europe.
Cross the River Roxan to leave the road and take the rural road to San Xulian del Camino. You will alternate between paved trails and small stretches of trees to Pontecampana and its extensive forest areas. Then you'll arrive in Casanova, the last village in Lugo and then to O Coto, the first village in La Coruna.
Continue to Leboeiro and Disicalbo to take the national road, deviate towards San Xoan de Furelos and cross the River Furelos over the medieval bridge. Cross the village towards Melide on the Rua Camino Vello de Santiago and Avenida de Lugo.
You can explore this town, considered the geographical centre of Galicia and known for its important agricultural and forestry potential, historical pilgrimage identity and its modern destructions, such as the Roman road over which the Camino Primitivo flowed into the village and which disappeared in 2002.
Cross the River Roxan to leave the road and take the rural road to San Xulian del Camino. You will alternate between paved trails and small stretches of trees to Pontecampana and its extensive forest areas. Then you'll arrive in Casanova, the last village in Lugo and then to O Coto, the first village in La Coruna.
Continue to Leboeiro and Disicalbo to take the national road, deviate towards San Xoan de Furelos and cross the River Furelos over the medieval bridge. Cross the village towards Melide on the Rua Camino Vello de Santiago and Avenida de Lugo.
You can explore this town, considered the geographical centre of Galicia and known for its important agricultural and forestry potential, historical pilgrimage identity and its modern destructions, such as the Roman road over which the Camino Primitivo flowed into the village and which disappeared in 2002.
Overnight in Melide
Hotel Carlos 96
Enjoy the excellent atmosphere provided by this hotel, making available its complete facilities, including a spacious restaurant.
It also features fully equipped rooms, with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 4 - Melide to A Rua 19,8 miles | 32 km
Descend through Rua de San Antonio and cross a forest to the village of Boente. Go up and down the valleys of the Ribedeira and Iso rivers and through the small villages of Castaneda and Ribadiso da Baixo, before entering Arzua, where the Camino del Norte connects with the Camino Frances and known as the "Land of Cheese''.
Leave Arzua on Rua do Carme and walk among eucalyptus trees, farmland, meadows and asphalt sections of the national road, N-547. Cross the River Raido and cross the villages Cortobe, As Pereirinas, A Taberna, until you reach some of great pilgrim importance such as A Calzada and A Rua, your destination for today.
Walk through the streets of this medieval hamlet called Dos Casas, its typical stone houses and rest next to the ancient A Picha Fountain.
Leave Arzua on Rua do Carme and walk among eucalyptus trees, farmland, meadows and asphalt sections of the national road, N-547. Cross the River Raido and cross the villages Cortobe, As Pereirinas, A Taberna, until you reach some of great pilgrim importance such as A Calzada and A Rua, your destination for today.
Walk through the streets of this medieval hamlet called Dos Casas, its typical stone houses and rest next to the ancient A Picha Fountain.
Overnight in A Rua
Hotel O Pino
Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and stay in rooms with everything you need for a relaxing stay, including free Wi-Fi, private bathroom and typical Spanish breakfast.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - A Rua to Santiago de Compostela 12,4 miles | 20 km
Take a fabulous walk full of many pleasant sensations. Walk to Lavacolla accompanied by splendid nature. Then you will arrive at the Monte del Gozo, from where you can see the long-awaited Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
Discover the old town centre of Santiago, a World Heritage Site and one of the three holy cities in addition to Jerusalem and Rome. Visit the Cervantes and Inmaculada squares, before crossing the Arch of the Palace and reaching the Plaza del Obradoiro to tour the Cathedral of Santiago.
Celebrate that you have completed your adventure as a pilgrim in Santiago de Compostela! Don't forget to perform some of the rituals of pilgrims such as: attend midday mass, burn your shoes, go down to the crypt and embrace the image of Santiago the Apostle.
Discover the old town centre of Santiago, a World Heritage Site and one of the three holy cities in addition to Jerusalem and Rome. Visit the Cervantes and Inmaculada squares, before crossing the Arch of the Palace and reaching the Plaza del Obradoiro to tour the Cathedral of Santiago.
Celebrate that you have completed your adventure as a pilgrim in Santiago de Compostela! Don't forget to perform some of the rituals of pilgrims such as: attend midday mass, burn your shoes, go down to the crypt and embrace the image of Santiago the Apostle.
Overnight in Santiago de Compostela
Hotel Pazos Alba
This property 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 this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Santiago de Compostela
We advise you to stay a couple more days in this charming city where you can continue to get to know part of its history in places such as the Plaza de Cervantes, the Alameda Gardens and the Plaza da Inmaculada.
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Services
Included
- 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
- Taxes
Extras
- Cancellation insurance
- Additional nights
- Picnics
Accomodation
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
My recommendation is to fly to Santiago de Compostela airport, as it is the closest airport to Sarria.
From the airport, you can take a taxi directly to Sarria, or if you prefer, you can take the bus from Santiago de Compostela. The company that operates this route is "Monbus".
You can always check with your travel agent for private transfer options too.
If you cannot find suitable flights to Santiago de Compostela, the second option is to fly to A Coruña airport.
From Madrid, you can take a train from "Madrid Chamartín" station to Sarria. The train company that normally operates this line is "Renfe". You will be able to purchase tickets without any problem and normally tickets go on sale 6 weeks before the date.
At the end of your trip in Santiago de Compostela, I recommend flying from Santiago de Compostela airport, which is only 15 minutes from the city centre. As there are always a big choice of taxis and bus lines running every 10 minutes to the airport, you will be able to return easily.
From the airport, you can take a taxi directly to Sarria, or if you prefer, you can take the bus from Santiago de Compostela. The company that operates this route is "Monbus".
You can always check with your travel agent for private transfer options too.
If you cannot find suitable flights to Santiago de Compostela, the second option is to fly to A Coruña airport.
From Madrid, you can take a train from "Madrid Chamartín" station to Sarria. The train company that normally operates this line is "Renfe". You will be able to purchase tickets without any problem and normally tickets go on sale 6 weeks before the date.
At the end of your trip in Santiago de Compostela, I recommend flying from Santiago de Compostela airport, which is only 15 minutes from the city centre. As there are always a big choice of 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?
This route is considered of low-level difficulty, amid frequent and sometimes demanding ascents and descents, between forests, streams and meadows.
For this reason, we recommend preparing yourself weeks before starting the route with different cardiovascular exercises or daily walks.
What is the best time of the year to make this trip?
We recommend you take this walking holiday in spring or autumn. However, it is available also from February to November.
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.
What does the travel assistance insurance cover?
As long as you have contracted medical assistance insurance, you are covered for transportation from any point along a stage to the nearest medical center.
To request it, you just need to call your 24-hour assistance phone number.
Please note that this coverage is only valid for medical emergencies and only if the medical insurance has been contracted with us.
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:
- St. Jean Pied de Port to Roncesvalles (with overnight in Valcarlos).
- Roncesvalles to Zubiri (with overnight in Bizkarreta).
- Los Arcos to Logroño (with overnight in Viana).
- Mazarife to Astorga (with overnight in Hospital de Órbigo).
- Rabanal del Camino to Ponferrada (with overnight in El Acebo de San Miguel).
- Villafranca del Bierzo to O Cebreiro (with overnight in Las Herrerías).
- Sarria to Portomarín (with overnight in Ferreiros).
- Portomarín to Palas de Rei (with overnight in Ventas de Narón).
- Palas de Rei to Arzúa (with overnight in Melide).
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