How many kilometres is stage 3?

The stage from Campo do Gerês to Lobios is about 24 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h 59 min at a moderate pace (24 km and +766 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +766 m of ascent and −881 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 32 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 Lobios?

We list 1 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Lobios.

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

On the stage we found 2 water fountains, 0 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 3 of 10 · Caminho da Geira e dos Arrieiros

Campo do Gerês → Lobios

Braga · Ourense

Distance: 24 km
Time: 6 h 59 min
Ascent: +766 m
Descent: −881 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Cruce de la raya luso-gallega por la antigua Vía Nova romana hasta las termas de Lobios.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+766 m

Descent

−881 m

Altitude

401–882 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 2 water fountains✚ 0 pharmacies🏧 0 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).

RuinsMiliarios da Ponte Nova
RuinsGeira - Via XVIII
RuinsMutatio das Mouruás
RuinsAquis Originis
ViewpointMiradoiro do Carballón
HeritageMilha XXXIV (Albergaria)
HeritageAlbergaria
HeritageVolta do Covo

Hostels on this stage

Ponte de Albergaria

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 3?: The stage from Campo do Gerês to Lobios is about 24 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h 59 min at a moderate pace (24 km and +766 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +766 m of ascent and −881 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 32 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 Lobios?: We list 1 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Lobios.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 2 water fountains, 0 pharmacies and 0 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).