How many kilometres is stage 21?

The stage from Ponte Ulla to Santiago de Compostela is about 19 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 5 h 18 min at a moderate pace (19 km and +464 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +464 m of ascent and −368 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 Santiago de Compostela?

We list 23 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Santiago de Compostela.

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

On the stage we found 30 water fountains, 20 pharmacies and 25 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 21 of 21 · Camino Portugués Interior

Ponte Ulla → Santiago de Compostela

A Coruña

Distance: 19 km
Time: 5 h 18 min
Ascent: +464 m
Descent: −368 m
Difficulty: Hard

Previous stage20

Última etapa hasta la catedral, entrando en Santiago desde el sureste gallego.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+464 m

Descent

−368 m

Altitude

127–357 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 30 water fountains✚ 20 pharmacies🏧 25 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).

MonasteryMosteiro e Igrexa de San Paio de Antealtares
MuseumGalicia Dixital
MuseumMuseo da Catedral de Santiago
MuseumMuseo de Terra Santa
RuinsCastro de San Fiz
RuinsCastro de Santa Susana
RuinsCastro de Angrois
MuseumAfundación

Hostels on this stage

Albergue de Peregrinos de San Pedro de VilanovaPublic+34 683 331 961 Website ↗
Albergue Reina Lupa+34 679 842 829; +34 981 51 18 03 Website ↗
Albergue do Seminario Menor da Asunción+34 881031768 Website ↗
Pensión Santa Cruz
Hostel SP 55+34 692 41 67 30 Website ↗
Hostal Airas NunesWebsite ↗
Libredón+34 981 57 65 20 Website ↗
O Códice
Albergue guest house+34630058885
Hospedaje San Pelayo+34 981565016
Albergue The Last Stamp+34 981 56 35 25 Website ↗
Albergue Azabache+34 981071254 Website ↗
Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro+34 981582920;+34 699631592 Website ↗
Loop INN Santiago de Compostela+34 981 585 667 Website ↗
Albergue para Peregrinos e Xente sen Recursos Xoán XXIII
Hospedería San Martín Pinario+34981560282
Habitaciones Oxford
Albergue Santiago KM-0
O Patrón
Albergue Blanco+34 8 8197 6850
Hostal Costa Azul
Albergue Mundoalbergue+34 981588625; +34 674415600 Website ↗
Albergue Roots & BootsWebsite ↗

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 21?: The stage from Ponte Ulla to Santiago de Compostela is about 19 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 5 h 18 min at a moderate pace (19 km and +464 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +464 m of ascent and −368 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 Santiago de Compostela?: We list 23 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Santiago de Compostela.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 30 water fountains, 20 pharmacies and 25 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).