How many kilometres is stage 20?

The stage from Silleda to Ponte Ulla is about 18 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 4 h 47 min at a moderate pace (18 km and +303 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +303 m of ascent and −473 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 17 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 Ponte Ulla?

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 Ponte Ulla.

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

On the stage we found 6 water fountains, 1 pharmacies and 1 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 20 of 21 · Camino Portugués Interior

Silleda → Ponte Ulla

Pontevedra · A Coruña

Distance: 18 km
Time: 4 h 47 min
Ascent: +303 m
Descent: −473 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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Descenso hacia el valle del Ulla, ya en el tramo final hacia Compostela.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+303 m

Descent

−473 m

Altitude

50–355 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 6 water fountains✚ 1 pharmacies🏧 1 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 de Lóbrigo
RuinsCastro de Piñeiro
RuinsO Castrillón
RuinsCastro de Chapa
RuinsA Pena do Castrelo
RuinsAntigo Mosteiro de San Xoán da Cova
RuinsCastro de Orazo
ViewpointMiradoiro de Gundián

Hostels on this stage

Hostal Conde Rey
Albergue Municipal da BandeiraPublic+34 670 502 356 Website ↗
Albergue - Cafetería "Casa Leiras"
O Cruceiro+34 981 51 20 99 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 20?: The stage from Silleda to Ponte Ulla is about 18 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 4 h 47 min at a moderate pace (18 km and +303 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +303 m of ascent and −473 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 17 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 Ponte Ulla?: 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 Ponte Ulla.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 6 water fountains, 1 pharmacies and 1 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).