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Stage of the Camino

Ribadeo - Saint Cosme of Barreiros

From Ribadeo To San Cosme de Barreiros

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Origin

Ribadeo

Distance

19.00 km

Duration

6.33 h

Difficulty

Media

Descent

80 m

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Stage Description

This stage says goodbye to Portugal and enters Spain. The route is a pleasant descent into the valley of the Minho River. Arrival in Valença do Minho, with its impressive fortress, and crossing the international bridge over the Minho until Tui are moments of great emotion. It's a day to enjoy history and the union of two brotherly countries. It marks the entry into the land of the Apostle.
The Rubiães to Tui stage is a 19km journey that says goodbye to Portugal and enters Spain. The route starts in Rubiães (100m) and follows a largely descending profile, with some undulations, until the city of Tui (20m). The route passes through a beautiful landscape, with forests and fields of cultivation. It's a peaceful and easy walk that allows you to enjoy the scenery and arrive on time to explore the destination city. The arrival at Valença do Minho, with its impressive fortress, and crossing the international bridge over the Miño to Tui are moments of great emotion. This stage combines gentle exercise with rich historical experience, a perfect balance in the Portuguese Way.

Last updated: 18/08/2025

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