How many kilometres is stage 10?

The stage from Padrón to Santiago de Compostela is about 23 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h 30 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +611 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +611 m of ascent and −356 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 27 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 19 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.

Stage 10 of 10 · Camino Portugués

Padrón → Santiago de Compostela

Galicia (A Coruña)

Updated on August 16, 2026

Distance: 23 km
Time: 6 h 30 min
Ascent: +611 m
Descent: −356 m
Difficulty: Hard

Where to sleep in Santiago de Compostela

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Elevation profile

Ascent

+611 m

Descent

−356 m

Altitude

5–328 m

Stage map

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Where to get your credential stamped

Places on this stage that usually stamp the pilgrim's credential. Remember: over the last 100 km you need two stamps a day.

Rossol
Albergue Murgadán
Albergue Corredoiras
Albergue Río Sar
ArArAt
Albergue Mundoalbergue
Albergue guest house
Pensión Santa Cruz
O Códice
Hostal Airas Nunes
Libredón
Albergue Santiago KM-0
O Patrón
Habitaciones Oxford
Hospedería San Martín Pinario
Albergue Azabache
Albergue O Fogar de Teodomiro
Hospedaje San Pelayo
Albergue The Last Stamp
Xardín Botánico Artístico
km 26,770
km 25,72
km 25,140
Ruta Rosaliana
Oficina de Turismo de Padrón
Igrexa de Santiago de Padrón
Concello de Padrón
Igrexa de Santa María de Iria Flavia
Capela do Santiaguiño do Monte
Capela de Santo Antonio
Igrexa de San Xosé
Capela de San Miguel da Torre do Monte
km 7,158
Vecinos
Camiño de Santiago
km 8,290
km 7,403
km 8,650
km 8,060
km 7,664
km 7,490
Concello de Ames
Igrexa de San Xosé do Milladoiro
Capela da Madalena
Oficina de Turismo do Milladoiro
Ermida de Santa María Madalena
Oficina de Turismo de Galicia
Oficina Central de Información Turística
Casco Histórico
Ginko biloba L.
Concello de Santiago de Compostela
A Sala de Estar dos Países Baixos
Oficina de turismo
Galicia Travels
Ponte de Asén
As Marías
CGAC
San Lourenzo
Xardín das Pedras que Falan
Capela de Mondragón
Capela do Pilar
Capela Maior
Capela de Nosa Señora a Branca
Capela do Salvador
Capela da Azucena
Capela de San Xoán
Capela de San Bartolomeu
Capela da Prima
Capela do Espírito Santo
Capela do Santo André
Capela da Corticela

Points based on the hostels and parish churches along this stretch (OpenStreetMap data). We can't guarantee that each one stamps at all times: opening hours and availability change. Many bars, cafés and town halls also stamp.

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The final stage to the Cathedral of Santiago.

Where to sleep in Santiago de Compostela

On the Camino, pilgrim hostels (municipal, parish and private) are the cheapest option, and many cannot be booked: you arrive and check in in order of arrival. The links below search for hotels and guesthouses, for those who prefer to secure a bed in advance.

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🧭 How to get there

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🚕 Taxis

Taxi ranks and services near this stage.

Camino taxis and transfers

Companies specialising in pilgrims that cover this route: transfers between stages, luggage transport and airport.

Tui Pilgrim's Back📞 +34 666 477 178 Website
Tui → Santiago; Galicia y norte de Portugal
- passengers
- luggage
- airport
Taxi Camino Portugués📞 +34 684 282 115 Website
Tui → Santiago
- passengers
- luggage
Transfer Taxi📞 +34 600 251 843 Website
Central y Costa: tramo portugués y gallego; Oporto
- passengers
- luggage
- airport
- bikes
Caminofácil📞 +34 610 798 138 Website
Central y Costa (desde Oporto) y V. Espiritual
- passengers
- luggage
- airport
Taxi Transfer Vigo📞 +34 603 239 064 Website
Oporto → Santiago vía Tui y Pontevedra
- passengers
- luggage
- airport
Taxi Carlos Rico (Tui)📞 +34 615 209 875 Website
Tui y alrededores (inicio del Portugués)
- passengers
- airport
Servicio Taxi Redondela📞 +34 611 846 121 Website
Redondela, Vigo, Pontevedra
- passengers
- luggage
- airport

Towns on this stage (2)

Places this stage passes through, in walking order. Open each one for history, services, hostels and where to sleep.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 10?: The stage from Padrón to Santiago de Compostela is about 23 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h 30 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +611 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +611 m of ascent and −356 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 27 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 19 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.

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