Origin
Destination
Distance
24.80 km
Duration
5.75 h
Difficulty
Media
Descent
40 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This stage is a clear example of the characteristic "rocky terrain" of Galicia. After leaving Portomarín, the path begins a continuous but gentle ascent to Ligonde Mountain Range. Along the way, numerous pine and eucalyptus forests are crossed, as well as small villages with deep rural charm. The pilgrim will pass by landmarks such as the Lameiros Crossroads. Although it does not present great technical difficulties, the constant up and down requires sustained effort. Arrival in Palas de Rei, a town with all services, offers a well-deserved rest and serves as an important logistical hub in the heart of Galicia.
The journey connecting Portomarín with Palas de Rei is a total immersion in rural Galician landscape. It's known for its "staircase" profile, a continuous up and down that although without great inclines, accumulates unevenness and leg fatigue. The route begins with the departure from Portomarín, ascending progressively until it crowns the Ligonde Mountain Range.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
Where to Sleep
Accommodations in this Stage
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La Casa de Manuel
Porto de Bois Apartamentos Turísticos
PortoHouse
Alda Palas de Rei
Casa Rural Santa Marina
Dulce Mañana
Hotel Balneario Río Pambre
Hotel Portomarín Star
Pensión As Hortas
Pousada de Portomarín
Casa Andaina
Hosteria Calixtino
Hotel Ferramenteiro
Hotel Pazo de Berbetoros
Hotel Trina 20
Vistalegre Hotel y SPA
Albergue Outeiro
Hotel mica
O Cabalo Verde
Pensión Mar
Pensión Palas
Pensión Portomiño
A Casa do Avó
Albergue a Casina di Marcello
Albergue Ferramenteiro
Albergue Ultreia
Apartamentos Carballal
Apartamentos O Caneiro
Apartamentos Pasiño
Apartamentos Portolux
Casa Blanco
Casa Bolboreta by Unusual Hotels
Casa Camino Turismo Rural
Casa Carla
Casa do Aloumiño
Casa do Maestro
Casa San Nicolás
Casa Vimar
ESTRELA DO CAMIÑO
Hostal Meson do Loyo
Huellas Albergue-Turístico
La Pallota de San Cristobal
Lar do Peregrino
Os Arcos - Apartamentos Turísticos
Pazo de Laia
Pensión Casa Cancela
Pensión O Castelo
Pension Pardellas
Pension Perez
Pension Restaurante Casa Camiño
Pensión San Marcos
Pons Minea
PortoHome 1
PortoHome 2
PortoHome Ático
PortoSantiago
PortoSantiago Boutique & Rooms
Rectoral De Lestedo
SLEEPING PORTOMARIN 2
Viviendas vacacionales as lagas
Zendoira
A Fontana de Luxo Apartamentos
Apartamentos Turísticos Guillermo
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