How many kilometres is stage 2?

The stage from Armenteira to Vilanova de Arousa is about 18 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 4 h 42 min at a moderate pace (18 km and +248 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +248 m of ascent and −311 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 14 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 1 water fountains, 4 pharmacies and 1 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 2 of 3 · Variante Espiritual

Armenteira → Vilanova de Arousa

Pontevedra (O Salnés)

Distance: 18 km
Time: 4 h 42 min
Ascent: +248 m
Descent: −311 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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A descent along the magical Ruta da Pedra e da Auga, a path winding between old mills and waterfalls as it follows the Armenteira river; then come the albariño vineyards, Ponte Arnelas and Ribadumia on the way to Vilanova de Arousa, a seafaring town that was the birthplace of Valle-Inclán and the port where the traslatio sets sail.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+248 m

Descent

−311 m

Altitude

6–197 m

🧭 How to get there

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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.

Caminofácil📞 +34 610 798 138 Website
Variante Espiritual completa, de Pontevedra a Santiago
- passengers
- luggage
Servitur Arousa📞 +34 637 870 970 Website
Vilanova de Arousa y Ría de Arousa (Ruta Traslatio); taxi 24h
- passengers
- airport
- groups

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 1 water fountains✚ 4 pharmacies🏧 1 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).

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 2?: The stage from Armenteira to Vilanova de Arousa is about 18 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 4 h 42 min at a moderate pace (18 km and +248 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +248 m of ascent and −311 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 14 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 1 water fountains, 4 pharmacies and 1 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).