![]() You’ll leave Caldas de Reis over the River Umia and enter the woods once more, gradually climbing up to the hamlet of Santa Marina before catching up with the river once more in Padron. This town is known for its healing thermal springs, and yes, nobody deserves a spa more than you.ĭay 6 | Caldas de Reis – Padron | 19 km / 4–5 hours Trust him, and make your way through the village of Tibo, with its fountain, public washing area and impressive stone cross, before arriving in Caldas de Reis. Shops and cafes are more sporadic than in previous days, so if you tend to need a bit more fuel during the day then it’s worth stocking up before leaving Pontevedra.Ī surprise awaits as you emerge from the dense woods of Lombo da Maceira – a statue of Saint James, pointing his cane to direct pilgrims onwards. Inland we head, past chestnut groves and eucalyptus forests, continuing through to the hamlet of Ponte Cabras and the Santa Maria de Alba, a beautiful church well worth a visit. There are a number of sights to visit, with the Gothic Santo Domingo Church, Baroque City Hall and the Church of San Francis Monastery being particularly impressive.ĭay 5 | Pontevedra – Caldas de Reis | 22 km | 5 hours The city, which has been mostly pedestrianised, is an absolute joy to walk around and was recognised as one of the world’s best cities to cycle in. ![]() The path to Pontevedra is paved with ancient stones, a fitting welcome to a city known for its many Romanesque churches and granite squares. Today’s walk travels along the coastal inlet of the Rio de Pontevedra and passes through the town of Arcade, a small fishing village famous for its oysters. You’ll eventually descend back towards the sea and the town of Redondela, your destination for the evening.ĭay 4 | Redondela – Pontevedra | 19 km / 4 hours Tread lightly: it’s said that Galicia’s enchanted forests are inhabited by ancient witches. You’ll then join unsealed forest paths for the bulk of the day, walking past eucalyptus trees and along ridges with great views of the coast. The day begins with a climb out of Vigo through the city backstreets. Once again, there are plenty of opportunities to soak up the sunshine, fabulous views of the bay and Vigo has plenty of bars and restaurants to welcome you upon arrival.ĭay 3 | Vigo – Redondela | 17 km / 4 hours ![]() The walk to Vigo takes in expansive views of both the Bay of Vigo and the green hills behind the city that are typical of Galicia. It’s a port city and important, economically speaking, for Galicia, though its beaches are a popular drawcard for residents and tourists. Tucked away in Galicia’s southwest, Vigo is one of the region’s larger cities with approximately 300,000 residents. The Harbour Museum is also worth visiting, where one can see a replica of La Pinta, the ship that brought the good news from abroad. Take some time to explore the Old Town’s narrow streets and sample the delicious local seafood and wine. Though Vigo eventually overtook Baiona as the region’s main port, there are still remnants of the fortresses and battlements that once protected the town. ![]() It was here, in 1493, that one of Columbus’s ships stopped to resupply and announced that the Italian explorer had ‘discovered’ the Americas on behalf of the Spanish Crown. Your Camino de Santiago along the Portuguese Way begins in Baiona, a small town with a big history.
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