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Having reached the Cathedral of Santiago and experienced the Pilgrims Mass, there is often a desire by pilgrims to continue their Camino journey to the sea. Cape Finisterre is a symbolic destination as it was historically considered the edge of the known world. It welcomes pilgrims with impressive panoramic views of the coastline.
The option is available to continue to Muxía, famous for its sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin of the Boat.
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24kg of CO2-e PP per day
(118kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)
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Day 1
Arrive Santiago
Make your own way to the first hotel in Santiago. You are free to explore the town, lose yourself in the narrow streets of the Old Town and be sure to visit the famed Cathedral. Own dinner arrangements.
Meals: Nil
Day 2
Walk via the Alto do Mar das Ovellas to Negreira (5-6hrs)
Leaving Santiago's cathedral behind you, the walk starts downhill to the pretty hamlet of Ponte Maceira straddling the river Tambre. From the stone bridge over the river, the trail offers rural landscapes, small villages and a connection with nature. Continue past fountains and chapels on this undulating stage to the medieval village of Negreira. Distance 21km/13.1mi
Meals: B,D
Day 3
Continue across hills and through valleys to Olveiroa (8-9 or 7hrs)
You will appreciate the typical Galician landscape on today's long and quite demanding journey. The stage is completely rural, with moderate gradients. The first part of the walk is through lush forests of chestnut, pine and oak trees. The last part climbs to Monte Aro (at 550m), with spectacular views over the Xallas Valley. Stay overnight in the small township of Olveiroa. Note: An optional morning (9am) taxi transfer is available to reduce the walking distance by 10km/6.2mi, to 7hrs. Should be requested at time of booking or alternatively you can arrange it locally yourselves, the cost is approx EUR22. Distance 34km/21.3mi
Day 4
Walk through pine groves and past monasteries to Cee or Corcubion (5hrs)
Today's path leads you through the mountains over moderate gradients to your first exhilarating views of the sea. Continue (steeply) downhill to the coastal village of Cee, and the old town of Corcubion nearby. Distance 20-21.5km/12.5-13.4mi
Day 5
The final stage to the sea at Cape Finisterre (3-4hrs)
Today you will pass sandy beaches and even walk along the beach on the way to the fishing village of Fisterra. Continue to Cape Finisterre and the lighthouse, the perfect place to contemplate the beauty that surrounds you at the 'end of the earth'. Stay overnight in charming accommodation in Fisterra. Distance 13km/8.1mi
Day 6
Trip concludes (or continue via Lires to Muxia)
Trip concludes after breakfast. Optional Muxia extension available (2 days, 1 night) - supplement applies. In this case today's walk is from Fisterra to Lires, approx 4hrs/13.5km. The trail takes you to San Martino de Duio and through several hamlets and rural landscapes. Arrive at Punta do Rostro and continue to Lires, where you stay overnight. The next day (Day 7) walk from Lires to Muxia, approx 4.5hrs, 15km/9.4mi. From Lires walk to As Aférroas with views to the coast, and through Lourido Beach to Muxía, famous for its sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin of the Boat. Services conclude on your arrival in Muxia. We can arrange an afternoon private transfer from Muxia to Santiago, or accommodation in Muxia (extra cost applies for these services).
Meals: B
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The walking is graded moderate (3). Daily walks are between 16-31km on well marked trails over diverse terrain – from relatively flat to mountainous. This is a well worn path where route finding will be reasonably straight forward (refer below for further details on self guided adventures). The main areas to concentrate on route finding are arriving and leaving towns and cities. The accent is on keeping a steady pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. You will need a good level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure.
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The walking is graded moderate (3). Daily walks are between 14 and 24km on well marked trails over diverse terrain – from relatively flat to mountainous. This is a well worn path where route finding will be reasonably straight forward (refer below for further details on self guided adventures). The main areas to concentrate on route finding are arriving and leaving towns and cities. The accent is on keeping a steady pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. You will need a good level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure.
There are many bars and cafes at various points along the trail where you can stop and fill up on a slice of Spanish Tortilla, or a bocadillo. These spots will also have facilities you can use if you're buying something, and will often be happy to refill your water bottle.
Card is accepted is most places, but please be aware that some individual bars or cafes may be cash only. You will also find along the way some special stamps offered for donations - it is worthwhile having some coins handy for these.
In order to secure your place on the trip we recommend you book as soon as you are ready. Bookings open for the following year in mid September.
We are able to cater for gluten free diets, however at times, choices are limited. Breakfasts served at the hotels are generally continental style and we suggest bringing your own gluten free breads or cereals. We also recommend bringing your own snacks. Generally in Europe it is quite easy to purchase gluten free foods from supermarkets and shops, but can be harder in restaurants.
This trip can be booked from 1 February to 15 November. The summer months tend to be busy months on the Camino Trail and the weather can be quite hot. In our experience starting the trip in late April or May, or from September to early October, is the best time to travel. The trail is less busy and the weather is cooler. Galicia experiences rain year round.
The Pilgrim's Passport or 'Credencial' is included on this trip and you will receive one locally. The Pilgrim's Passport makes a great souvenir and way to track your walk. You can ask to have your Pilgrim's Passport stamped at churches, your hotels and many other places along the route.
The Compostela is a certificate of completion of the Camino de Santiago and you must walk at least the last 100km into Santiago to receive it. As such you would not receive the certificate at the conclusion of this trip, however you should absolutely still fill your Pilgrim's Passport with stamps as this will become a great memory of your trip.
The Camino Trail is exceptionally well waymarked, with yellow arrows and markers used frequently throughout the route. It is nearly impossible to get lost on this walk.
It is possible to book an extra night at any of the hotels we use which would allow you to have a rest day. However, this does need to be advised at the time of booking.
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