How many kilometres is stage 3?

The stage from Barcelos to Ponte de Lima is about 33 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 8 h 34 min at a moderate pace (33 km and +423 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +423 m of ascent and −449 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 13 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 de Lima?

We list 3 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Ponte de Lima.

Stage 3 of 10 · Camino Portugués

Barcelos → Ponte de Lima

North (Portugal)

Updated on August 16, 2026

Distance: 33 km
Time: 8 h 34 min
Ascent: +423 m
Descent: −449 m
Difficulty: Moderate

Where to sleep in Ponte de Lima

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Elevation profile

Ascent

+423 m

Descent

−449 m

Altitude

8–246 m

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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.

Albergue de Peregrinos Cidade de Barcelos
Estabulo Valinhas
Pousada de Juventude
Igreja do Terço
Posto de Turismo de Barcelos
Campus do IPCA
Igreja de Santo António
Câmara Municipal de Barcelos
Igreja Matriz de Barcelos
Junta de Freguesia de Barcelinhos
Igreja do Senhor da Cruz
Capela da Nossa Senhora da Ponte
Catequese Santo António
Capela de São José
Capela Mortuária de Barcelinhos
Igreja Paroquial de Barcelinhos
Cruzeiro do Espírito Santo
Alminhas do Espírito Santo
Cruzeiro do Faial
Igreja Paroquial de São João Baptista de Vila Boa
Capela da Senhora da Ajuda
Capela do Espírito Santo
Capela do Faial
Junta de Freguesia de Vila Boa
Junta de Freguesia de Lijó
Igreja Matriz de Lijó
Capela de Santa Cruz
Capela de São Sebastião
Capela do Alto das Santas
Igreja Nova de Nossa Senhora de Fátima de Aborim
Igreja Paroquial de São Martinho de Balugães
Igreja Paroquial de Balugães
Mapa de Balugães
Igreja Paroquial de Poiares
Igreja de Vitorino de Piães
Igreja Paroquial da Seara
Capela de Santa Luzia
Igreja Paroquial da Feitosa
Loja interactiva de Turismo Ponte de Lima
Igreja da Misericórdia de Ponte de Lima
Junta de Freguesia Arcozelo
JW
Capela de São João
Câmara Municipal de Ponte de Lima
Capela de Santo António
Nossa Senhora da Guia
Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Anjos
Capela das Pereiras
Junta de Freguesia de Arca
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Lapa
Capela da Senhora da Penha de França
Igreja de São Bento

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.

Don't have the credential yet? See where to get one →

A long stage to Ponte de Lima and its beautiful Roman-medieval bridge over the River Lima.

Where to sleep in Ponte de Lima

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.

See Ponte de Lima: hostels & services →Hotels and guesthouses ↗

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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

Hostels on this stage

Albergue de Peregrinos Cidade de BarcelosOfficial website ↗
Estabulo Valinhas+351961050955 View on Google Maps 📍
Pousada de JuventudeView on Google Maps 📍

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.

Towns on this stage (14)

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 3?: The stage from Barcelos to Ponte de Lima is about 33 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 8 h 34 min at a moderate pace (33 km and +423 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +423 m of ascent and −449 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 13 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 de Lima?: We list 3 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Ponte de Lima.

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