How many kilometres is stage 4?

The stage from Ponte de Lima to Rubiães is about 18 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 5 h 2 min at a moderate pace (18 km and +446 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +446 m of ascent and −233 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 25 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 Rubiães?

We list 5 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Rubiães.

Stage 4 of 10 · Camino Portugués

Ponte de Lima → Rubiães

North (Portugal)

Updated on August 16, 2026

Distance: 18 km
Time: 5 h 2 min
Ascent: +446 m
Descent: −233 m
Difficulty: Hard

Where to sleep in Rubiães

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Elevation profile

Ascent

+446 m

Descent

−233 m

Altitude

4–399 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.

Albergaria de São João de Deus
Albergue de Peregrinos de Ponte de Lima
Noah's Ark
O Conforto Albergue
Casa DAs Lavra
Junta de Freguesia de Cepões
Junta de Freguesia de Labruja
Santuário do Senhor do Socorro
Capela
Igreja Matriz de Labruja
Agualonga (mapa)
Igreja de São Pedro de Rubiães
Junta de Freguesia de Rubiães
Rubiães (mapa)
Mapa Via Romana XIX
Capela de São Roque

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 →

The climb to the Portela Grande, the toughest point on the Central Portuguese route.

Where to sleep in Rubiães

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 Rubiães: 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

Albergaria de São João de DeusView on Google Maps 📍
Albergue de Peregrinos de Ponte de Lima+351 925 403 164 View on Google Maps 📍
Noah's Ark+351915215020 View on Google Maps 📍
O Conforto Albergue+351935883131 Official website ↗
Casa DAs Lavra+35196436366 View 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 (4)

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 4?: The stage from Ponte de Lima to Rubiães is about 18 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 5 h 2 min at a moderate pace (18 km and +446 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +446 m of ascent and −233 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 25 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 Rubiães?: We list 5 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Rubiães.

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