Church of St James the Apostle in Padrón
A neoclassical church that houses ‘El Pedrón’, the Roman altar beneath the high altar where, according to tradition, the boat carrying the remains of St James w
Situated right in the heart of the town’s historic centre and at the end of the iconic Paseo del Espolón, the Church of St James the Apostle in Padrón is one of the most important spiritual and historical centres of the entire Jacobean tradition. Although the grand building that pilgrims see today is in the Neoclassical style and was built in the 19th century (completed in 1867), the church stands on the site of successive medieval structures, most notably the Romanesque church commissioned by Archbishop Diego Gelmírez in 1133. The universal significance of this church lies in its chancel: directly beneath the high altar lies El Pedrón, an ancient granite altar of Roman origin dedicated to the god Neptune, from whom the town takes its name, and where, according to medieval texts and oral tradition, the disciples Theodore and Athanasius moored the stone boat carrying the body of St James the Apostle from Jerusalem. On its main façade, flanked by two slender bell towers, a relief depicting this scene from the Traslatio stands out, whilst its light-filled interior houses a rich collection of Jacobean iconography, making this sanctuary the natural destination for this stage of the route and an unmissable, essential stop for anyone wishing to understand the origins of the Camino de Santiago itself.
Capilla de Santa Mariña
Acogedor y centenario templo gallego que destaca por su sencilla arquitectura de piedra, su plaza arbolada y su profundo arraigo en el corazón de la villa.
Capilla de Santa Marta
Humilde y encantador templo rural de piedra que sirve como un emblemático hito de descanso y devoción para los peregrinos del Camino Portugués.
Capilla de San Cayetano
Es un pequeño y encantador templo del siglo XVIII, famoso por su estética barroca popular y su tradicional cruceiro.
Cruceiro and Peto de Ánimas of Ramallosa Bridge
A traditional Galician complex of great historical and religious significance, situated next to the medieval bridge of A Ramallosa.
Iglesia de San Salvador de Coruxo
Es una monumental joya del siglo XII que cautiva al peregrino con sus tres espectaculares ábsides románicos, reviviendo el esplendor y la espiritualidad.
Iglesia de San Miguel de Bouzas
Emblemático templo barroco alzado sobre el mar que custodia el alma marinera de Vigo.
Concatedral - Basílica de Santa María de Vigo
Es una elegante joya neoclásica en el corazón del Casco Vello que custodia al milagroso Cristo de la Victoria y marca el final de la etapa de los peregrinos
Iglesia de Santiago de Vigo
Templo neogótico del siglo XIX situado en la céntrica rúa García Barbón, referente urbano y punto de partida de la etapa del Camino Portugués por la Costa.
Alameda de la Plaza de Compostela
Este jardín en el corazón del Ensanche olívico es sede de una galería de arte al aire libre con obras de Camilo Nogueira y José Luis Medina.
Convento de Vilavella
Conjunto renacentista y barroco del siglo XVI que enmarca la entrada a Redondela.
Iglesia de Santiago de Redondela
Templo gótico y barroco, consagrado al Apóstol y célebre por ser el punto exacto donde se fusionan las dos rutas del Camino Portugués.
Sampaio Bridge
This legendary bridge spanning the River Verdugo was the scene of a crucial battle during the War of Independence against France.
Santuario de la Virgen Peregrina
Emblemático templo barroco en Pontevedra, famoso por su singular planta en forma de concha de vieira y por albergar a la patrona de la provincia.
Convento San Francisco
Majestuoso templo gótico del siglo XIV fundado según la tradición por San Francisco de Asís, famoso por sus ábsides poligonales y sus sepulcros medievales.
Fuente de la peregrina
Elegante fuente de granito situada a los pies del célebre santuario, consolidada como un emblemático punto de encuentro y descanso en la ruta jacobea.
Puente del Burgo
Histórico puente de origen romano sobre el río Lérez que despide a los peregrinos de Pontevedra decorado con las emblemáticas conchas de vieira.
Iglesia de Santa María de Alba
Templo neoclásico del siglo XVIII edificado sobre una antigua base románica, diseñado por el mismo arquitecto de la fachada de la Catedral de Santiago.
Church of San Mamede da Portela
A rural church of medieval origin with neoclassical features, set in bucolic surroundings that are ideal for relaxation.
Fuente de las Burgas
Histórica fuente neoclásica del siglo XIX de la que mana agua termal medicinal a 50 °C, famosa por aliviar los pies de los peregrinos a pie de ruta.
Bridge over Meraña river
A small bridge of Roman origin, which is one of the landmarks of Caldas de Reis and has been used by pilgrims for centuries.
Iglesia de Santo Tomás Becket
Iglesia del siglo XIX con ábside medieval levantada con piedras del castillo de Doña Urraca y primer santuario peninsular dedicado al santo arzobispo inglés.
Iglesia de Santa María de Bemil
Templo de origen románico del siglo XII que destaca por conservar un ábside semicircular, un ornamentado rosetón occidental y una torre campanario barroca.
Iglesia de Santa Mariña de Carracedo
Templo barroco de mediados del siglo XVIII, famoso por su imponente entorno paisajístico y el gran cruceiro que custodia su atrio.
Puente Romano de Pontecesures
Puente de orgien romano que sirve de nexo entre Pontevedra y Coruña, cuya reforma más célebre corrió a cargo del Maestro Mateo en el siglo XII.
San Xulián de Requeixo Church
A simple medieval church at the foot of the Portuguese Way which, despite having undergone renovations, retains its Romanesque character.
Rosalía de Castro House Museum
The house where the famous poet and writer Rosalía de Castro lived and where she died in 1885.
Church of St James the Apostle in Padrón
A neoclassical church that houses ‘El Pedrón’, the Roman altar beneath the high altar where, according to tradition, the boat carrying the remains of St James w
Paseo do Espolón
Paseo arbolado junto al río Sar en Padrón que alberga los monumentos a Rosalía de Castro y Camilo José Cela, conectando el casco histórico con el Camino.
Church of Santa María la Mayor in Iria Flavia – Former Collegiate Church
Regarded as the world’s first Marian church, it served as a bishop’s seat as early as the 6th century, making it one of the oldest churches in Galicia.
Nuestra Señora da Escravitude Church
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Escravitude is one of the most distinctive religious monuments of the Galician Baroque period.
Pazo do Faramello
Pazo del siglo XVIII de origen industrial rodeado de cascadas y jardines románticos franceses, considerado uno de los más bellos y literarios de Galicia.
Iglesia de Santa Marta
Templo de origen medieval en la entrada de Santiago que da la bienvenida a los peregrinos del Camino Portugués con su histórica devoción a la patrona.
Iglesia de Santa María de Cruces
Templo barroco del siglo XVIII en el Camino Portugués, rodeado de un entorno rural idílico con una famosa romería dedicada a la Virgen de la Ascensión.
Iglesia de San José de Milladoiro
Moderno templo de finales del siglo XX en O Milladoiro que acoge con hospitalidad a los peregrinos en el último gran núcleo urbano antes de Santiago.
Catedral de Santiago de Compostela
Reaching the Cathedral of Santiago marks the end of the Camino, with its Portico of Glory and Botafumeiro, symbols of history and faith.
Fuente del Carmen
Fuente neoclásica del siglo XVIII situada al pie del convento del Carmen, famosa por su relieve que narra el bautismo y la llegada en barca del Apóstol.
Baiona
A tourist and historic town, famous for its Monterreal fortress and for being the first European port to receive news of the discovery of the Americas.
STAGE 1: BAIONA - VIGO
It winds its way along the Atlantic coast, taking in beaches and seafront promenades, and offers some of the best views along the Portuguese Coastal Way.
Vigo
Vigo is the most populous municipality in Galicia, a leading industrial and port hub in the global fishing industry.
STAGE 2: VIGO - ARCADE
It is a challenging route with steep climbs at the start, panoramic views of the Vigo estuary and a final descent into the Verdugo River valley.
Arcade
A town on the Vigo estuary, famous throughout Spain for its oysters and its traditional spring food festival, its medieval bridge and its natural surroundings.
STAGE 3: ARCADE - PONTEVEDRA
A short but challenging stage that starts at the historic Ponte Sampaio, passes along the Roman road at A Canicouva and ends in the monumental city of Pontevedr
Pontevedra
Pontevedra is a city rich in monuments, art and history. Its historic centre is the second most important in Galicia, after that of Santiago de Compostela.
STAGE 4: PONTEVEDRA - CALDAS DE REIS
A pleasant, green transitional stage, combining eucalyptus forests and vineyards with the thermal spa experience offered by Caldas de Reis at the end of the rou
Caldas de Reis
It is a Galician town known for its thermal springs and its significance as a stop on the Way of St James.
STAGE 5: CALDAS DE REIS - PADRÓN
A pleasant, wooded stage with a rich tradition of the Way of St James in Padrón, featuring windmills, the River Valga and outstanding local cuisine.
Padrón
Traditionally regarded as the place where St James the Apostle arrived, and renowned for its cuisine, particularly its famous Padrón peppers.
STAGE 6: PADRÓN - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
This is the final stretch of the Portuguese Way, an emotional journey that winds its way through villages, woods and gentle climbs until it reaches Santiago Cat
Santa Liberata Chapel
An iconic Baroque church in Baiona dedicated to the town’s patron saint, renowned for its historical and religious significance and its links to the seafaring t
STAGE 3: PONTEVEDRA - CALDAS DE REIS
A pleasant, green transitional stage, combining eucalyptus forests and vineyards with the thermal spa experience offered by Caldas de Reis at the end of the rou
Oficina do peregrino
The Pilgrim Office in Santiago guides walkers, issues the credential and stamps, and provides info and support to complete the Camino.