How many kilometres is stage 12?

The stage from Caldas de Reis to Padrón is about 18 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 4 h 52 min at a moderate pace (18 km and +353 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +353 m of ascent and −374 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 20 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 Padrón?

We list 4 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Padrón.

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

On the stage we found 9 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 12 of 13 · Camino Portugués de la Costa

Caldas de Reis → Padrón

Pontevedra · A Coruña

Distance: 18 km
Time: 4 h 52 min
Ascent: +353 m
Descent: −374 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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Elevation profile

Ascent

+353 m

Descent

−374 m

Altitude

0–292 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 9 water fountains✚ 2 pharmacies🏧 0 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 Barco
RuinsCastro da Cerneira
MuseumMuseo da Historia de Valga
ViewpointMiradoiro do Piñeiro Manso
HeritageCruceiro de San Lázaro
HeritageCruceiro da Ponte Valga
HeritageCruceiro da Praza dos Baleiros
HeritageCruceiro do Cantillo

Hostels on this stage

A de Pepita
Albergue da Meiga
Albergue Camiño do Sar+34 618734373 Website ↗
Albergue O Pedrón+34 881 121 266

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 12?: The stage from Caldas de Reis to Padrón is about 18 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 4 h 52 min at a moderate pace (18 km and +353 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +353 m of ascent and −374 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 20 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 Padrón?: We list 4 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Padrón.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 9 water fountains, 2 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).