Day 1: Pontevedra to Armenteira On day 1 Pontevedra to Armenteira at around 2 km into your walk you will see signs to the left for the “Variante Espiritual” (Spiritual Variant). The magnificent Poio Monastery is the first jewel on today’s Camino well worth a visit. The next is the village Combarro, with the old […]
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VE-Day 2: Armenteira to Vilanova de Arousa – 23km
Day 2: Armenteira to Vilanova de Arousa. Today will have you walking “Ruta da Pedra e Agua” (Stone and Water Path) along the Armenteira river. Shortly you will see plenty of old mills (some restored) in between amazing leafy vegetation and also vineyards. This is the Rias Baixas wine region, where Albariño wine is made. […]
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VE-Day 3 Vilanova de Arousa to Padron-2.5km
Day 3 Vilanova de Arousa to Padron Vilanova de Arousa to Padron is known as the Translatio stage. From the port of Vilanova sailing the Ria de Arousa and Ulla river to Pontecesures. Departure times depend on the tides. Check with your hotel and be on time at the departure dock. Once upon a time, […]