Day-by-day itinerary
An indicative view of the stages, where you sleep each night, and a few ideas to enjoy the way more deeply.
Day 1 0 km approx.
Arrival to Ponferrada
Origin - Ponferrada
Night in Ponferrada
- Before starting, visit the impressive Templar Castle in Ponferrada.
Day 2 52 km approx.
Ponferrada to O Cebreiro
Ponferrada - O Cebreiro
Night in O Cebreiro
- Regulate your strength while riding flat through El Bierzo, as the climb to O Cebreiro requires good energy management and short gears on the bicycle.
- Upon reaching the top, let yourself be impressed by its characteristic pallozas and enjoy a comforting garlic soup or a local cheese with honey.
Day 3 60 km approx.
O Cebreiro to Portomarín
O Cebreiro - Portomarín
Night in Portomarín
- Enjoy the spectacular panoramic views from the Galician heights early in the morning.
- Pay close attention to technical descents if the terrain is wet.
- In Portomarín, visit the Church of San Nicolás, rebuilt stone by stone after the old village was submerged under the reservoir.
Day 4 53 km approx.
Portomarín to Arzúa
Portomarín - Arzúa
Night in Arzúa
- The profile is full of short but intense ups and downs that will require constant changes of pace.
- The profile is full of short but intense ups and downs that will require constant changes of pace.
- It is an absolutely mandatory stop to make a halt in Melide to recharge your batteries with a portion of its famous pulpo á feira (octopus) in any of its traditional pulperías.
Day 5 39 km approx.
Arzúa to Santiago de Compostela
Arzúa - Santiago de Compostela
Night in Santiago de Compostela
- Take it easy and savor every kilometer.
- Stop your bicycle at Monte do Gozo to contemplate the panoramic view and feel the closeness of the goal.
- Entering the Plaza del Obradoiro riding your bicycle is an unforgettable moment; celebrate the achievement with fellow pilgrims before heading to the official office to collect your Compostela.