How many kilometres is stage 5?

The stage from Castro Laboreiro to Cortegada is about 30 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 7 h 45 min at a moderate pace (30 km and +362 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +362 m of ascent and −680 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 12 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

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

On the stage we found 4 water fountains, 4 pharmacies and 3 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 5 of 10 · Caminho da Geira e dos Arrieiros

Castro Laboreiro → Cortegada

Melgaço · Ourense

Distance: 30 km
Time: 7 h 45 min
Ascent: +362 m
Descent: −680 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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Larga jornada de montaña que retorna definitivamente a Galicia por el valle del Salas.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+362 m

Descent

−680 m

Altitude

332–878 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 4 water fountains✚ 4 pharmacies🏧 3 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).

MuseumCasa Museo Curros Enríquez
MonumentCasa Natal de Celso Emilio Ferreiro
MonumentSecundino Feijoo e Padre Silva
HeritageCruceiro das Pías
HeritageCruceiro da Fenteira
HeritagePazo de Arribas
ArtCelso Emilio Ferreiro
ArtManuel Curros Enríquez

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 5?: The stage from Castro Laboreiro to Cortegada is about 30 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 7 h 45 min at a moderate pace (30 km and +362 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +362 m of ascent and −680 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 12 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 4 water fountains, 4 pharmacies and 3 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).