You leave Ourense over its famous Roman bridge and climb inland to Cea, the town of bread.
Map and elevation profile
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The route, section by section
- Ourense – Tamallancos12.7 km · medium-high difficulty · 2 h 30 min
There are two ways out: via the Costiña de Canedo, following the Miño, or via Cudeiro, with good views and sections of the Camino Real.
- Tamallancos – A Casanova8.2 km · medium difficulty · 2 h 05 min
At Ponte Sobreira you cross the Barbantiño river by a stone bridge; the two options meet at As Casas Novas.
- A Casanova – Cea2 km · medium-low difficulty · 20 min
Arrival at San Cristovo de Cea, famous for its wheat bread.
What to see
- The Roman bridge of Ourense.
- Ponte Sobreira.
- The bread ovens of Cea.
Tips for this stage
- The climb out of Ourense is steep; take it calmly.
From Ourense to Santiago de Compostela there are about 106.8 km left. If you start here, the distance is enough for the Compostela when you add the 25 km of the Vía de los Andes (minimum 75 km in Spain). 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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