How many kilometres is stage 5?

The stage from Viana do Castelo to Caminha is about 26 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 7 h 14 min at a moderate pace (26 km and +627 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +627 m of ascent and −681 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 24 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 Caminha?

We list 7 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Caminha.

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

On the stage we found 9 water fountains, 3 pharmacies and 8 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 5 of 13 · Camino Portugués de la Costa

Viana do Castelo → Caminha

Viana do Castelo

Distance: 26 km
Time: 7 h 14 min
Ascent: +627 m
Descent: −681 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Última jornada portuguesa; en Caminha se cruza el Miño en barca hacia Galicia.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+627 m

Descent

−681 m

Altitude

0–298 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 9 water fountains✚ 3 pharmacies🏧 8 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).

RuinsPovoado do Alto do Couto da Pena
MuseumNúcleo Museológico de Santa Luzia
RuinsDólmen de Vile
RuinsAnta da Barrosa
RuinsCastro da Corôa
RuinsCine Teatro Valadares
RuinsCitânia de Santa Luzia
RuinsCividade de Afife-Âncora

Hostels on this stage

Casa do Sardão - Albergue+351 96 179 0759
Quinta de quinhasWebsite ↗
Albergue Bom Caminha+351963528441 Website ↗
Arca Nova
Caminha hostel & suite+351 968 939 660 Website ↗
Albergue de Peregrinos - Caminha+351 91 429 0431 Website ↗
Albergue Santiago de Caminha+351 962 974 936 Website ↗

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 5?: The stage from Viana do Castelo to Caminha is about 26 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 7 h 14 min at a moderate pace (26 km and +627 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +627 m of ascent and −681 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 24 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 Caminha?: We list 7 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Caminha.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 9 water fountains, 3 pharmacies and 8 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).