Stage of the Camino
Almouda to São Miguel
From Albergaria-a-Velha To São João da Madeira
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Destination
Distance
28.80 km
Duration
7.20 h
Difficulty
Media
Ascent
60 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This long stage marks the transition to the metropolitan area of Porto. The profile is undulating, with a continuous rise and fall through a landscape that alternates between rural zones and wooded areas with more populated nuclei. The route follows in part the path of an ancient Roman road. It's a demanding day due to distance and asphalt, which becomes more apparent. Arrival at São João da Madeira, a city with a strong tradition in shoe manufacturing, offers all the services of a major urban center and well-deserved rest.
The stage that links Albergaria-a-Velha to São João da Madeira is a long and demanding journey that brings the pilgrim into the metropolitan area of Porto. The profile is a continuous uphill climb, with numerous ups and downs adding up to considerable elevation loss. The route alternates between asphalt sections on local roads with dirt tracks, in a landscape losing its purely rural character. The pilgrim passes through the town of Oliveira de Azeméis, an important service center where a stop can be made. The route partly follows the path of an ancient Roman road, and the pilgrim can walk on some well-conserved paved sections. Arrival in São João da Madeira immerses the walker into an industrial environment. The city is known as "The Shoe Capital" of Portugal, and has an interesting Shoe Museum. It is a modern city with a great range of services, offering a contrast to the more rural stages of previous days.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
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Accommodations in this Stage
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Golden Tulip São João da Madeira
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Ribeirotel
AS São João da Madeira
Hotel A.S. Sao Joao da Madeira
Hotel Alameda
Meliá São João Da Madeira
12 Casa d'Avó
Albergaria Pedra D'Ouro
Albergaria Quim Barreiros
Albergaria Sao Pedro
Associação Quinta das Relvas
Casa Da Avó - Vale da Silva Villas
Casa da Praça 1
Casa do Professor
Casa do Rendo avec Terrasse Proche Aveiro
Casa Petroleiro
Central Suites 2 Quarto A
Estúdio Albergaria
Guest House A Loja do Cantoneiro
Paradise Property,Ideal para ferias ou Lua de Mel
Quinta do Vale Grande
Up Estalagem dos Padres
Up Quinta dos Meireles
Vale da Silva Villas - Homes
Vale da Silva Villas - Quinta
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