The Redondela - Pontevedra stage, after the great walk of the previous day, is a refreshing ride with the best that the route to Santiago has to offer. Just outside the town, there are trails that lead us through small Galician villages and forests. The landscape remains calm until we reach Arcade, an area that many hikers pass through and are amazed by the imposing Sampaio Bridge. This place, where every nook and cranny tells the story of Galicia and Santiago, is one of those treasures hidden in front of our feet, forgotten between two of the main cities on the route. However, if you're tired, or just fancy a snack, you should know that this is where the best oysters in all of Iberia are said to be eaten. For seafood lovers, this is no small feat.
From here, the path thickens. Entering a forest path, we climb until we reach an altitude of 147 meters. What you gain in natural beauty, you lose in calories.
Pontevedra is one of the most iconic cities on the Portuguese route. Don't miss the chance to see the many monuments here and the thousand-year-old churches set in the center of a car-free city.
From here, the Costa and Central roads come together completely. For more stages, read here.
