How many kilometres is stage 1?

The stage from Ría de Arousa to Pontecesures (en barco) is about 27 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h 41 min at a moderate pace (27 km and +156 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +156 m of ascent and −159 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as easy difficulty, with about 6 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 Pontecesures (en barco)?

We list 13 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Pontecesures (en barco).

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

On the stage we found 14 water fountains, 5 pharmacies and 4 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 1 of 2 · Ruta del Mar de Arousa y Río Ulla

Ría de Arousa → Pontecesures (en barco)

Pontevedra · A Coruña

Distance: 27 km
Time: 6 h 41 min
Ascent: +156 m
Descent: −159 m
Difficulty: Easy

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Itinerario náutico-fluvial que reconstruye la traslatio marítima: unas cuarenta millas náuticas remontando la ría de Arousa hasta el río Ulla, desde el embarque en la ría (Vilanova/Vilagarcía o los puertos de O Grove y Ribeira). Se pasa frente a Catoira y sus Torres do Oeste y se recorre el único Vía Crucis marítimo del mundo (17 cruceiros de piedra) hasta el desembarco en Pontecesures y Padrón, la antigua Iria Flavia.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+156 m

Descent

−159 m

Altitude

0–107 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 14 water fountains✚ 5 pharmacies🏧 4 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).

MuseumMuseo Irmáns Camba📍
RuinsO Pedrón📍
RuinsMámoa do Monte das Mamas📍
RuinsIgrexa Vella de Santa Comba de Louro📍
RuinsCastro de Balleas📍
MuseumCasa Museo de Rosalía de Castro📍
RuinsTorres de Oeste📍
MuseumCasa Museo Valle-Inclán📍

Hostels on this stage

Albergue A Salazón+34 606 365 561 View on Google Maps 📍
Albergue XuvenilView on Google Maps 📍
Albergue de PeregrinosPublicView on Google Maps 📍
A de PepitaView on Google Maps 📍
Albergue Camiño do Sar+34 618734373 Official website ↗
Albergue O Pedrón+34 881 121 266 View on Google Maps 📍
Albergue da MeigaView on Google Maps 📍
Albergue de Peregrinos de PadrónPublic+34 673 656 173 Official website ↗
Albergue D'CaminoView on Google Maps 📍
RossolView on Google Maps 📍
Albergue Murgadán+34 638 298 437 View on Google Maps 📍
Albergue Corredoiras+34 981817266 Official website ↗
Albergue Río Sar+34 981 811 555 Official website ↗

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 1?: The stage from Ría de Arousa to Pontecesures (en barco) is about 27 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h 41 min at a moderate pace (27 km and +156 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +156 m of ascent and −159 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as easy difficulty, with about 6 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 Pontecesures (en barco)?: We list 13 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Pontecesures (en barco).
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 14 water fountains, 5 pharmacies and 4 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).