Stage of the Camino
Stage Pontevedra to A Armenteira (E-1)
From Pontevedra To Armenteira
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Distance
20.50 km
Duration
8.20 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Ascent
40 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
First stage of the Spiritual Variant of the Portuguese Way. After leaving Pontevedra through the monastery of San Xoán de Poio, the route deviates from the central route and follows the banks of the estuary to Combarro, one of the most photogenic fishing villages of the Rías Baixas, famous for its hórreos by the sea. From there, the road enters the mountains of Salnés with a continuous and sustained ascent to the Cistercian monastery of Santa María de A Armenteira, founded in the 12th century. The stage is about 21 km long, with an undulating profile and a demanding final stretch. The landscape combines sea, granaries, Albariño vineyards and Atlantic forest of oak and eucalyptus trees.
Last updated: 22/08/2026
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