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The Camino Ingles from Ferrol is the historic Camino de Santiago route traditionally taken by the pilgrims of Northern Europe, particularly Britain and Ireland. Pilgrims used to arrive by boat at the ports of Ferrol or A Coruña, and they would then continue their Camino Ingles from Ferrol to Santiago on foot.
They would follow a trail along the rugged coastline, passing historic towns such as Pontedeume and Betanzos, before continuing inland across the green countryside and woodlands of rural Galicia on their way to Santiago de Compostela and its famous cathedral.
The Camino Ingles is a fantastic alternative walk into Santiago. If you want to gain your Compostela certificate away from the crowds on the Camino Frances, then this beautiful trip through rural Galicia is one of the best options. And the first couple of days are rewarded with stunning coastal scenery before continuing inland into the heart of the Galician countryside.
Also known as the English Way, the Camino Ingles has two traditional starting points. These are the port cities of A Coruna and Ferrol. These cities were important trading routes and pilgrims traditionally took this Camino Route from Northern Europe, Britain, and Ireland on their way to Santiago. This caminostarts in Ferrol.
Even though A Coruña is the larger and more attractive starting point for your Camino Ingles from Ferrol only a few pilgrims start from there because it’s situated less than 110km from Santiago de Compostela. If you start from A Coruña, you won’t qualify for a Compostela. For this reason, the Camino Ingles from Ferrol is more popular starting point.
Welcome to Ferrol. The sea has been a vital constant in the growth of this town, first as a fishing village and later as a military stronghold. Ferrol is 52 kilometres from La Coruña. It is full of contrasts, and the charm of its roots as a fishing village lives on in its streets and traditions. Ferrol old town, the Modernist La Magdalena neighbourhood, the La Cortina defensive walls (18th century), and the castles of San Felipe and La Palma are just some of its attractions. Take a good rest for your first stage at the Camino Ingles from Ferrol.
This first stage of the Camino Ingles from Ferrol crosses, for much of the day, urban and industrial environments. The worst section is the one that crosses the A Gandara Industrial Estate. However, along the entire voyage you can enjoy beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean and the smell of the sea.
The first section of the Camino Ingles from Ferrol is carried out largely following secondary roads. The only drawback of this stage is that the highway, the railway tracks and some roads cut the pilgrims’ passage on several occasions, being forced to cross the road several times.
Your will finish your walk in Neda. This will allow you to enjoy its beautiful Calle Real, characterized by its cobblestones. In it, you can visit the Church of St. Nicholas and the Clock Tower. Distributed throughout the locality, you will find various fountains made in stonework and sets of heraldic shields.
With regard to the difficulty on this stage on yout Camino Ingles from Ferrol , it cannot be said that it will be a difficult journey. The route has undulations on the ground, but these are moderate. The biggest challenge posed is the ascent to Vilar do Colo, which faces an altitude of 150 metres. Finally, in the beautiful town of Pontedeume, you will be able to visit various churches, as well as discovering the legacy of the Andrade family: a tower and a castle. Over the castle looms a tragic love story, go to find out about it!
This is one of the stages with the largest number of kilometres in the countryside. This stage of the Camino Ingles from Ferrol will take you into all the wonders provided by this route. The 19 kilometres of travel of this stage allows you to admire the essence of Galicia: green, rural and full of country life.
On this stage, the Camino Ingles from Ferrol faces many ups and downs.In some sections of the route, the ground underfoot can be somewhat unstable, so it is recommended to be cautious, especially if it has rained.
During the day you can discover the town of Miño and its Playa Grande, where the Atlantic seems to be warmer than the rest of the coast. Before the end of the stage, you will also have the opportunity to visit a whole work of art of religious architecture: The Church of San Martiño located at the top of Tiobre.
The stage ends in Betanzos. A medieval town declared a historical and artistic site. Its streets are an example of the classical architecture in Galicia.
On this day on the Camino Ingles from Ferrol you face one of the most feared stages. You face the highest climb on the Camino Ingles from Ferrol, the ascent of 300 metres to A Malata. Soon after, you will reach the highest point on the Camino Ingles, located at an altitude of 454 metres.
To this, we must add that the route is made in a solitary environment. Although there will be several rural villages on your path, most of them do not have any services.
As a reward for the effort made, you will find it in the landscape and in the wonderful opportunity that you will have to discover Galician rural life. Cattle breeders, farmers, workers and the peace that rural Galicia breathes, await you on this stage.
This stage on the Camino Ingles from Ferrol provides a break and presents itself as a gentle walk with respect to the other two previous stages. 24.8 km separate Bruma from Sigüeiro, a route that is carried out along paved road or ground, both comfortable and smooth.
Unlike the previous stage, on this day you will find many villages with services. Something that is not surprising given the imminent proximity of Santiago de Compostela.
The day ends in Sigüeiro, a municipality that is already within the metropolitan radius of the city of Santiago. In this locality, you can visit the medieval bridge that crosses the River Tambre.
From Sigüeiro there are 16.5 kilometres to cathedral of Santiago the Apostle. The route faces some moderate ascents and descents but does not pose any challenge on the fifth day of pilgrimage.
The day can be divided into two well-differentiated sections. The first is made along with a rural environment, crossing lush forests. The final part is the entrance to the city of Santiago de Compostela, and therefore, is much more urban, and is done through the northern neighbourhoods of the capital of Compostela.
Both sections are dominated by the presence of the Cathedral of Santiago. The energy provided by this postcard will give you the necessary impetus to complete these final kilometres of the stages on the Camino de Santiago.
Time to say goodbye to your adventure! We will send a transfer to take you to the airport but we hope to see you again. Or maybe you want to continue your Camino Ingles from Ferrol to Finisterre or Muxia? Just ask us.
Welcome to Ferrol. The sea has been a vital constant in the growth of this town, first as a fishing village and later as a military stronghold. Ferrol is 52 kilometres from La Coruña. It is full of contrasts, and the charm of its roots as a fishing village lives on in its streets and traditions. Ferrol old town, the Modernist La Magdalena neighbourhood, the La Cortina defensive walls (18th century), and the castles of San Felipe and La Palma are just some of its attractions. Take a good rest for your first stage at the Camino Ingles from Ferrol.
This first stage of the Camino Ingles from Ferrol crosses, for much of the day, urban and industrial environments. The worst section is the one that crosses the A Gandara Industrial Estate. However, along the entire voyage you can enjoy beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean and the smell of the sea.
The first section of the Camino Ingles from Ferrol is carried out largely following secondary roads. The only drawback of this stage is that the highway, the railway tracks and some roads cut the pilgrims’ passage on several occasions, being forced to cross the road several times.
Your will finish your walk in Neda. This will allow you to enjoy its beautiful Calle Real, characterized by its cobblestones. In it, you can visit the Church of St. Nicholas and the Clock Tower. Distributed throughout the locality, you will find various fountains made in stonework and sets of heraldic shields.
With regard to the difficulty on this stage on yout Camino Ingles from Ferrol , it cannot be said that it will be a difficult journey. The route has undulations on the ground, but these are moderate. The biggest challenge posed is the ascent to Vilar do Colo, which faces an altitude of 150 metres. Finally, in the beautiful town of Pontedeume, you will be able to visit various churches, as well as discovering the legacy of the Andrade family: a tower and a castle. Over the castle looms a tragic love story, go to find out about it!
This is one of the stages with the largest number of kilometres in the countryside. This stage of the Camino Ingles from Ferrol will take you into all the wonders provided by this route. The 19 kilometres of travel of this stage allows you to admire the essence of Galicia: green, rural and full of country life.
On this stage, the Camino Ingles from Ferrol faces many ups and downs.In some sections of the route, the ground underfoot can be somewhat unstable, so it is recommended to be cautious, especially if it has rained.
During the day you can discover the town of Miño and its Playa Grande, where the Atlantic seems to be warmer than the rest of the coast. Before the end of the stage, you will also have the opportunity to visit a whole work of art of religious architecture: The Church of San Martiño located at the top of Tiobre.
The stage ends in Betanzos. A medieval town declared a historical and artistic site. Its streets are an example of the classical architecture in Galicia.
On this day on the Camino Ingles from Ferrol you face one of the most feared stages. You face the highest climb on the Camino Ingles from Ferrol, the ascent of 300 metres to A Malata. Soon after, you will reach the highest point on the Camino Ingles, located at an altitude of 454 metres.
To this, we must add that the route is made in a solitary environment. Although there will be several rural villages on your path, most of them do not have any services.
As a reward for the effort made, you will find it in the landscape and in the wonderful opportunity that you will have to discover Galician rural life. Cattle breeders, farmers, workers and the peace that rural Galicia breathes, await you on this stage.
This stage on the Camino Ingles from Ferrol provides a break and presents itself as a gentle walk with respect to the other two previous stages. 24.8 km separate Bruma from Sigüeiro, a route that is carried out along paved road or ground, both comfortable and smooth.
Unlike the previous stage, on this day you will find many villages with services. Something that is not surprising given the imminent proximity of Santiago de Compostela.
The day ends in Sigüeiro, a municipality that is already within the metropolitan radius of the city of Santiago. In this locality, you can visit the medieval bridge that crosses the River Tambre.
From Sigüeiro there are 16.5 kilometres to cathedral of Santiago the Apostle. The route faces some moderate ascents and descents but does not pose any challenge on the fifth day of pilgrimage.
The day can be divided into two well-differentiated sections. The first is made along with a rural environment, crossing lush forests. The final part is the entrance to the city of Santiago de Compostela, and therefore, is much more urban, and is done through the northern neighbourhoods of the capital of Compostela.
Both sections are dominated by the presence of the Cathedral of Santiago. The energy provided by this postcard will give you the necessary impetus to complete these final kilometres of the stages on the Camino de Santiago.
Time to say goodbye to your adventure! We will send a transfer to take you to the airport but we hope to see you again. Or maybe you want to continue your Camino Ingles from Ferrol to Finisterre or Muxia? Just ask us.
The Camino Ingles is a fantastic alternative walk into Santiago. If you want to gain your Compostela certificate away from the crowds on the Camino Frances, then this beautiful trip through rural Galicia is one of the best options. And the first couple of days are rewarded with stunning coastal scenery before continuing inland into the heart of the Galician countryside.
Experience and good physical condition are highly recommended for walking the Camino Ingles.
On the way you walk with a small backpack. In it you put some things you need for on the go. Think of some food, drinks, sunscreen, a raincoat. The rest of your luggage is taken from accommodation to accommodation.
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