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Do you want to walk the Camino Portugues along the coast? But don’t you have two weeks to start from Porto and walk from there to Santiago de Compostela? This 8-day Camino Portugues along the coast from Baiona to Santiago is definitely something for you. Walk the Camino Portugues along the coast along beautiful beaches and beautiful landscapes, eventually reaching Santiago de Compostela.
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Today you arrive in Baiona. The starting point of your Camino Portugues along the coast. To get to Baiona you can fly to Porto, Santiago or Vigo. You can then take a bus, train or taxi arranged by us from there to Baiona to start your Camino Portugues along the coast.
Today you will see the green fields of Galicia, so it’s time to take some pictures! Don’t forget to taste the famous octopus tapa in a bar with a cold beer and rest on the beautiful beach of Samil. Later you will arrive in the city of Vigo. It is one of the main towns along the Camino Portugues along the coast and has various types of shops and restaurants. Here you can also see the Ría de Vigo, part of the famous Rías Baixas.
And in the Atlantic Ocean you will find the Cíes Islands. If you have some time, it is a good idea to take a boat and visit these islands. You feel like you’re in the Caribbean, seriously. Maybe even worth it for a rest day? It is definitely worth it during your Camino Portugues along the coast.
Today, during your Camino Portugues along the coast, you will see the industrial part of the city in Vigo. Relatively much for such a small city. It is therefore not the most beautiful part of your pilgrimage. The rest of the stage you will walk across beautiful beaches and some small Galician villages. Later you’ll walk along a road for a short while, but the scenery around it makes it worth it. Today you will see little else, but you can once again enjoy the view of the Galician coast.
This stage of the Camino Portugues along the coast is one of the most beautiful parts of the Galician coast. You walk on natural paths and beautiful nature, going up and down through small hills and bridges. You even go up a mountain via a Roman road! You go back in time more than 100 years. This stage is truly unforgettable.
Today will be an easy and beautiful stage of the Camino Portugues along the coast! You will walk through wooded and vineyards, famous for the Rías Baixas wine, definitely taste it! New beautiful Galician villages await you. Don’t forget to take a look at the beautiful Galician granaries, also known as “Hórreos” that you encounter along the way. If you have time, take a bath in a thermal spring in Caldas de Rei. Legend has it that these waters have healing powers. That’s fun after a long day of walking…
After Pontevedra you have the option to choose the variant Espiritual. You can read more about it here.
You are almost at the end of your Camino Portugues along the coast! This stage is again a very beautiful one. You will see amazing villages such as Padrón and Pontecesures, with Roman and medieval remains, such as bridges and churches. Take your time to enjoy the day, because your Camino Portugues along the coast is almost over. On to Santiago tomorrow! In Padrón, don’t forget to taste the pimentos de Padrón, they come from here!
This is the last stage of the Camino Portugues along the coast! You walk through several villages with many church buildings. This stage is clearly divided into two parts, uphill and downhill. The first part is uphill until you reach Milladoiro, the highest point of today’s hike, and from there you head downhill. You can see the cathedral towers in Agro dos Monteiros, from there you are only 7 km away from Santiago! Enjoy these last kilometers of walking and rest on the Plaza do Obradoiro while you look at the cathedral, satisfied and without too much fatigue. What a great achievement!
Time to say goodbye to your adventure! A transfer will take you to the airport, but perhaps you would like to stay in Santiago for another day? Please let us know.
Today you arrive in Baiona. The starting point of your Camino Portugues along the coast. To get to Baiona you can fly to Porto, Santiago or Vigo. You can then take a bus, train or taxi arranged by us from there to Baiona to start your Camino Portugues along the coast.
Today you will see the green fields of Galicia, so it's time to take some pictures! Don't forget to taste the famous octopus tapa in a bar with a cold beer and rest on the beautiful beach of Samil. Later you will arrive in the city of Vigo. It is one of the main towns along the Camino Portugues along the coast and has various types of shops and restaurants. Here you can also see the Ría de Vigo, part of the famous Rías Baixas.
And in the Atlantic Ocean you will find the Cíes Islands. If you have some time, it is a good idea to take a boat and visit these islands. You feel like you're in the Caribbean, seriously. Maybe even worth it for a rest day? It is definitely worth it during your Camino Portugues along the coast.
Today, during your Camino Portugues along the coast, you will see the industrial part of the city in Vigo. Relatively much for such a small city. It is therefore not the most beautiful part of your pilgrimage. The rest of the stage you will walk across beautiful beaches and some small Galician villages. Later you'll walk along a road for a short while, but the scenery around it makes it worth it. Today you will see little else, but you can once again enjoy the view of the Galician coast.
This stage of the Camino Portugues along the coast is one of the most beautiful parts of the Galician coast. You walk on natural paths and beautiful nature, going up and down through small hills and bridges. You even go up a mountain via a Roman road! You go back in time more than 100 years. This stage is truly unforgettable.
Today will be an easy and beautiful stage of the Camino Portugues along the coast! You will walk through wooded and vineyards, famous for the Rías Baixas wine, definitely taste it! New beautiful Galician villages await you. Don't forget to take a look at the beautiful Galician granaries, also known as “Hórreos” that you encounter along the way. If you have time, take a bath in a thermal spring in Caldas de Rei. Legend has it that these waters have healing powers. That's fun after a long day of walking...
You are almost at the end of your Camino Portugues along the coast! This stage is again a very beautiful one. You will see amazing villages such as Padrón and Pontecesures, with Roman and medieval remains, such as bridges and churches. Take your time to enjoy the day, because your Camino Portugues along the coast is almost over. On to Santiago tomorrow! In Padrón, don't forget to taste the pimentos de Padrón, they come from here!
This is the last stage of the Camino Portugues along the coast! You walk through several villages with many church buildings. This stage is clearly divided into two parts, uphill and downhill. The first part is uphill until you reach Milladoiro, the highest point of today's hike, and from there you head downhill. You can see the cathedral towers in Agro dos Monteiros, from there you are only 7 km away from Santiago! Enjoy these last kilometers of walking and rest on the Plaza do Obradoiro while you look at the cathedral, satisfied and without too much fatigue. What a great achievement!
Time to say goodbye to your adventure! A transfer will take you to the airport, but perhaps you would like to stay in Santiago for another day? Please let us know.
To get to Baiona you can fly to Porto, Santiago or Vigo. You can then take a bus, train or taxi arranged by us from there to Baiona to start your Camino Portugues along the coast. You can combine the walk with a city-tour in Porto.
You will sleep in hotels with a private bathroom and breakfast included.
You walk with your backpack. You will need good walking shoes and depending on the season you could need warm clothing to avoid the cold. But don’t forget some lightweight clothing and your flip flops to rest! During the day you need enough water, something to eat, sunscreen and a raincoat. Additionally you can take a walking stick but it’s not necessary.
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