The last stage, within sight of the Pico Sacro, the mountain linked to the legend of the transfer of the Apostle's body from Iria Flavia.
Map and elevation profile
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The route, section by section
- Outeiro – Rubial4.3 km · medium difficulty · 1 h 05 min
Near the path, in San Pedro de Vilanova, is the house of the Jacobean historian Antonio López Ferreiro.
- Rubial – Santiago de Compostela12.4 km · medium-low difficulty · 2 h 15 min
Via Boqueixón, with a possible detour to the Pico Sacro, you enter Santiago.
What to see
- The Pico Sacro.
- The cathedral of Santiago.
Tips for this stage
- Arrive with time to spare for the Pilgrim's Office.
From Outeiro to Santiago de Compostela there are about 16.7 km left. This distance is not enough for the 75 km minimum for the Compostela with the Vía de los Andes. To reach it, start at least from Rodeiro. In the last 100 km it is advisable to stamp your credential at least twice a day.
Before you set off
- Check the condition of the path and the albergues for the day; services change with the season.
- Carry water, sun protection and something to eat, especially on stretches without villages.
- Stamp your credential at albergues, parishes or shops along the way.
Distance, difficulty and duration data: official Camino de Santiago in Galicia website (Xunta de Galicia). Texts by the Círculo Chileno.
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