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Camino de Santiago: The Heart of Galicia

From Sarria to Santiago, live the pilgrim experience on the most emblematic section of the French Way.

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An unforgettable journey through the forests and villages of Galicia, following the yellow arrows and sharing the spirit of the pilgrim to the majestic Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

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Arrival at the Plaza del Obradoiro

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

Hiking through the forests of Galicia

Try Galician-style Octopus in Melide

Get the 'Compostela'

Monte do Gozo

The camaraderie between pilgrims

Excursion to Finisterre

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 1: Arrival in Sarria - The Starting Point

Arrival in Sarria, the most popular starting point of the French Way. Pick up your Pilgrim's Credential and get ready for the adventure.

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Arrival and check-in at the hostel

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Collect the Credential and first seal

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Sarria Municipal Hostel

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 2: Stage 1: Sarria to Portomarín (22 km)

First day of walking through oak forests, rural villages and dirt roads, ending in the unique town of Portomarín.

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Start of the walk

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Arrival in Portomarín

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Portomarín Pilgrims Hostel

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 3: Stage 2: Portomarín to Palas de Rei (25 km)

A more demanding stage than the previous one, with a constant but gentle climb. The landscape continues to be the protagonist.

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Start of the walk

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Arrival at Palas de Rei

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San Marcos Hostel

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 4: Stage 3: Palas de Rei to Arzúa (29 km)

The longest stage of this section, but very rewarding. It crosses the heart of Galicia and passes through Melide, the capital of the octopus.

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Start of the walk

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Stop in Melide to eat octopus

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Arrival in Arzúa

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Arzúa Municipal Shelter

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 5: Stage 4: Arzúa to O Pedrouzo (19 km)

A shorter and gentler stage, ideal for recovering from the previous day. The excitement of being close to Santiago begins to be felt.

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Start of the walk

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Arrival at O Pedrouzo

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Hostel O Trisquel

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 6: Stage 5: O Pedrouzo to Santiago de Compostela (20 km)

The last day! The destination is near. The route culminates with the arrival at the mythical Plaza del Obradoiro and the Cathedral of Santiago.

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The last walk

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Arrival at the Plaza del Obradoiro

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Get the Compostela

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Hospedería San Martín Pinario

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 7: Santiago and the End of the World (Finisterre)

Day to explore Santiago or take the traditional excursion to Finisterre, considered in ancient times the end of the known world.

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Explore Santiago de Compostela

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Excursion to Finisterre and Muxía (Optional)

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Hospedería San Martín Pinario

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 8: Departure from Santiago

Final breakfast and farewell to the sacred city, with a backpack full of memories and experiences.

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Exit

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Departure day — no overnight stay on the itinerary.

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 1: Arrival in Sarria - The Starting Point

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 2: Stage 1: Sarria to Portomarín (22 km)

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 3: Stage 2: Portomarín to Palas de Rei (25 km)

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 4: Stage 3: Palas de Rei to Arzúa (29 km)

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 5: Stage 4: Arzúa to O Pedrouzo (19 km)

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 6: Stage 5: O Pedrouzo to Santiago de Compostela (20 km)

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 7: Santiago and the End of the World (Finisterre)

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routes-detail.itinerary.day 8: Departure from Santiago

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Sarria, Lugo

Sarria

French Way

Portomarin

King's Shovels

Melide

Arzúa

Or Pedrouzo

Monte do Gozo

Obradoiro Square

Pilgrim Reception Office

Historic center of Santiago

Finisterre

Santiago de Compostela Airport

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