How many kilometres is stage 6?

The stage from Caminha to Porto Mougás is about 23 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 7 h 26 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +1174 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +1174 m of ascent and −686 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 51 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 Porto Mougás?

We list 2 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Porto Mougás.

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

On the stage we found 6 water fountains, 5 pharmacies and 5 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 6 of 13 · Camino Portugués de la Costa

Caminha → Porto Mougás

Pontevedra

Distance: 23 km
Time: 7 h 26 min
Ascent: +1174 m
Descent: −686 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Estreno gallego junto a un mar agreste, con A Guarda y el monasterio de Oia sobre el acantilado.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+1174 m

Descent

−686 m

Altitude

0–581 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 6 water fountains✚ 5 pharmacies🏧 5 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).

CastleCastelo de Santa Cruz
RuinsCastro de Sa
RuinsCastro da Forca
RuinsPetróglifo do Alto da Campana
RuinsO Castro do Souto
RuinsPetróglifos da Pedreira
RuinsPetróglifos de Figueiredo
RuinsPetróglifos da Canteira

Hostels on this stage

Albergue de PeregrinosPublic+34 619 258 075
O Peirao+34 682 190 102 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 6?: The stage from Caminha to Porto Mougás is about 23 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 7 h 26 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +1174 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +1174 m of ascent and −686 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 51 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 Porto Mougás?: We list 2 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Porto Mougás.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 6 water fountains, 5 pharmacies and 5 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).