Stage of the Camino
To Pedrouzo from Santiago de Compostela
From O Pedrouzo To Santiago de Compostela
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Distance
19.40 km
Duration
4.50 h
Difficulty
Media
Descent
30 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
The last and most magical stage of the Camino Francés. It is loaded with emotion and symbolism. The first part unfolds in a rural environment similar to that of previous days. The first major moment arrives in Lavacolla, where pilgrims used to purify themselves at the river. Shortly after, one faces the ascent to Monte do Gozo, from which the first and eagerly awaited views of Santiago's Cathedral towers are obtained. From then on, a descent and an urban walk lead the pilgrim through the historic quarter to the final apotheosis: entry into the Praza do Obradoiro and contemplation of the cathedral façade.
The stage from O Pedrouzo to Santiago de Compostela is the end of the journey. Each step is loaded with symbolic weight and an emotion that increases with each step. The road leaves O Pedrouzo and continues through forest paths between eucalyptus, passing by Amenal and Lavacolla. The last topographic name, Lavacolla, is of great historical importance, as it was here, at the local stream, where medieval pilgrims washed and purified themselves before entering the holy city. After Lavacolla, comes the final big effort: the ascent to Monte do Gozo. Although it's not a hard climb, the anxiety to reach it makes it special. From its summit, 370 meters above sea level, the magical moment occurs: for the first time, the pilgrim sees in the distance the towers of Santiago Cathedral. It is an immense joy, "gozo", that gives the mountain its name. From Monte do Gozo, the descent and entry into the city begin. The urban section, through the neighborhoods of San Lázaro, Fontiñas, and the Rúa de San Pedro, may seem long, but the goal is already within reach. The path leads the pilgrim to the heart of the historic quarter, declared a World Heritage Site. Crossing the Porta do Camiño and walking along the last cobblestone streets, the emotion becomes uncontrollable. Finally, the pilgrim ends up in the majestic Praza do Obradoiro. The sight of the imposing baroque facade of the Cathedral is the end of the Camino, a reward for all the effort.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
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Hotel Amiuka
Convento de San Francisco do Val de Deus
Hotel Costa Vella
Hotel Rua Villar
Hotel Spa A Quinta Da Auga Relais & Châteaux
Gran Hotel Los Abetos
Hostal Real de Santiago de Compostela
Hotel NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
Hotel Palacio del Carmen, Autograph Collection
Albergue Mirador de Pedrouzo
Alojamiento Santa Irene
Hostel Santiago
Hotel O Pino
Hotel Santa Clara
Hotel Eurostars San Lázaro
Hotel Gelmírez
Hotel OCA Porta do Caminho
Hotel Restaurante Bello
Pensión muiño
Albergue Seminario Menor
Hotel Eurostars Araguaney
Hotel Santiago Plaza Affiliated by Meliá
O Muiño de Pena
Hotel Exe Peregrino
Pensión 9 de Abril
A Tafona Do Peregrino
Hotel Ciudad de Compostela
Hotel Montenegro Compostela
Hotel Windsor
Pensión Codesal
Pensión Lo
Albergue Cruceiro
Nest Style Santiago
Pension Compas
Pensión Residencial Platas
Albergue O Trisquel
Pensión A Solaina
Pensión pedrouzo
Albergue Otero
Hotel Garcas
Hotel Restaurante Amenal
Pensión Avenida
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