Santiago Plan

Stage 36 of 40 · Vía de la Plata

Ourense → Cea

Galicia (Ourense)

Updated on August 16, 2026

Distance
23 km
Time
6 h 28 min
Ascent
+596 m
Descent
−322 m
Difficulty
Hard
Where to sleep in Cea
3537

Elevation profile

Ascent

+596 m

Descent

−322 m

Altitude

104–432 m

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Stage map

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Where to get your credential stamped

Places on this stage that usually stamp the pilgrim's credential. Remember: over the last 100 km you need two stamps a day.

Points based on the hostels and parish churches along this stretch (OpenStreetMap data). We can't guarantee that each one stamps at all times: opening hours and availability change. Many bars, cafés and town halls also stamp.

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San Cristovo de Cea, renowned for its bread.

🧭 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.

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Towns on this stage (1)

Places this stage passes through, in walking order. Open each one for history, services, hostels and where to sleep.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 36?
The stage from Ourense to Cea is about 23 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?
About 6 h 28 min at a moderate pace (23 km and +596 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?
It gains about +596 m of ascent and −322 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?
We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 26 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

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