How many kilometres is stage 2?

The stage from Negreira to Olveiroa is about 33 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 8 h 53 min at a moderate pace (33 km and +613 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +613 m of ascent and −490 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 19 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Olveiroa?

We list 5 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Olveiroa.

Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?

On the stage we found 3 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 3 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 2 of 5 · Camino de Finisterre-Muxía

Negreira → Olveiroa

A Coruña

Distance: 33 km
Time: 8 h 53 min
Ascent: +613 m
Descent: −490 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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Larga jornada rural entre bosques y campo abierto, con vistas al valle del Xallas.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+613 m

Descent

−490 m

Altitude

144–479 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 3 water fountains✚ 2 pharmacies🏧 3 ATMs(OpenStreetMap data; check opening times)

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What to see on this stage

Monuments and points of interest near the Camino for your rest (data from OpenStreetMap).

RuinsCastro do Libreiro
RuinsCastro de Vilachán
RuinsCastro de Feáns
RuinsCastro do Castelo
RuinsMámoa de Porto Coído
RuinsAnta da Mina da Parxubeira
RuinsA Cova de Santa Mariña
RuinsMuíño do Refoxo

Hostels on this stage

Alto da Pena+34 609853486
Albergue Reitoral de San Mamede da Pena+34 649948014 Website ↗
Albergue O Rueiro+34 981893561 Website ↗
Casa Vella Albergue+34 615 452 253 Website ↗
Albergue Municipal de VilaseríoPublic+34 648792029

Hostel data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). It does not include beds or price, which are not always in the source; check with the hostel. Is one missing or wrong? Write to us.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 2?: The stage from Negreira to Olveiroa is about 33 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 8 h 53 min at a moderate pace (33 km and +613 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +613 m of ascent and −490 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 19 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Olveiroa?: We list 5 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Olveiroa.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 3 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 3 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).