How many kilometres is stage 6?

The stage from Cortegada to Pazos de Arenteiro is about 28 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 7 h 24 min at a moderate pace (28 km and +441 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +441 m of ascent and −413 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 16 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 Pazos de Arenteiro?

We list 2 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Pazos de Arenteiro.

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

On the stage we found 30 water fountains, 30 pharmacies and 23 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 6 of 10 · Caminho da Geira e dos Arrieiros

Cortegada → Pazos de Arenteiro

Ourense

Distance: 28 km
Time: 7 h 24 min
Ascent: +441 m
Descent: −413 m
Difficulty: Moderate

Previous stage5 Next stage7

Descenso hacia el Ribeiro, comarca de viñedos y bodegas centenarias gallegas.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+441 m

Descent

−413 m

Altitude

91–431 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 30 water fountains✚ 30 pharmacies🏧 23 ATMs(OpenStreetMap data; check opening times)

Use two fingers to move the map; Ctrl + scroll to zoom.

What to see on this stage

Monuments and points of interest near the Camino for your rest (data from OpenStreetMap).

RuinsA Voutureira
RuinsMolino
RuinsPiscina Ritual
MuseumMuseo de San Francisco
MuseumMuseo Municipal
RuinsDesaparecida Capela da Madalena
RuinsCastelo Ramiro
MuseumSala de Exposicións da Deputación Provincial

Hostels on this stage

Grelo Hostel+34 988 614 564 Website ↗
Albergue de Peregrinos Eligio Rivas Quintas

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 6?: The stage from Cortegada to Pazos de Arenteiro is about 28 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 7 h 24 min at a moderate pace (28 km and +441 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +441 m of ascent and −413 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 16 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 Pazos de Arenteiro?: We list 2 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Pazos de Arenteiro.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 30 water fountains, 30 pharmacies and 23 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).