The Redondela – Pontevedra stage, after the great walk the day before, is a refreshing walk with the best that the route to Santiago has to offer. Just outside the town, we have trails that lead us through small villages and Galician woods. The landscape remains calm until we reach Arcade, a passing-by place for many hikers who 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 in the mood for a snack, know that here they claim to eat the best oysters in all Iberia. For seafood lovers, this is no small thing.
From here, the Camino becomes more challenging. Entering a forest path, we ascend until reaching an altitude of 147 meters. What we gain in natural beauty, we lose in calories.
In Pontevedra, we arrive at one of the most iconic cities along the Portuguese route. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the various monuments here and the ancient churches situated in a car-free city center.
From this point on, the paths of the Coastal and Central routes merge completely. For more stages, you can read further here.
