Origin
Destination
Distance
26.80 km
Duration
6.70 h
Difficulty
Media
Descent
5 m
Stage of the Camino
Stage Description
This stage is a long and spectacular coastal journey that takes the pilgrim to the border with Spain. The route is mainly flat and runs through a beautiful landscape, alternating walks on the beach, paths through pine forests, and sections through small maritime villages. Atlantic views are constant. The final stage ends in the enchanting town of Caminha, located at the mouth of the River Miño. Its medieval old town and strategic location, with Spain visible across the river, make it a stage end of great charm and symbolism.
The stage between Viana do Castelo and Caminha is one of the longest on the Portuguese Coastal Way, but also one of the most rewarding. The profile is mainly flat, allowing for comfortable walking. The route follows the coastline northwards, through a landscape that combines extensive beaches, dune systems, and dense pine forests. It's a day to enjoy nature in its purest form. The route passes by small coastal towns such as Vila Praia de Âncora, an animated summer resort with a beautiful beach. The final stretch approaches the mouth of the Miño River, the natural border between Portugal and Spain. Arrival in Caminha marks the end of the stage. This medieval town, situated in a strategic enclave, boasts an enchanting old town, with its Clock Tower and Conselheiro Silva Torres Square. From its shores, the Monte Santa Trega can be seen, already in Galician territory. The atmosphere in Caminha is one of farewell to Portugal and anticipation for the imminent passage into Spain.
Last updated: 12/08/2025
Where to Sleep
Accommodations in this Stage
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Absoluto Design Hotel
AP Dona Aninhas
Axis Viana Business & SPA Hotel
Boega Hotel
Casa Melo Alvim - by Unlock Hotels
Design & Wine Hotel
FeelViana Sport Hotel
Flag Design Hotel
Hotel Fabrica do Chocolate
Hotel Flôr de Sal by The Editory
Hotel Porta do Sol Conference & SPA
Pousada de Viana do Castelo
Pousada de Viana do Castelo - Historic Hotel
Prazer da Natureza Resort & Spa
B&B HOTEL Viana do Castelo
Casa do Ameal
Dona Emília Guesthouse
Hotel do Parque
Hotel Margarida Da Praça
Hotel Rali Viana
Quinta da Bouça d'Arques
HI Viana Castelo - Pousada de Juventude - Hostel
Hotel Areias Claras
Hotel Jardim Viana do Castelo
Hotel Laranjeira
Quinta da Victória by venimar
Rua Grande Hotel
Hotel A Ponte
3 Marias Residence
A Botoeira da Praça guest house
A Vianesa - Guest House
Abraços dos Avós - Casas de aldeia
Albergue de São Bento
Alex Point - Guest House
Almeida's House
Alojamento Local Ferros - Duplex
Anjos’home
Apartamento das Malheiras
Atrium Areias
Avenida Viana Boutique Suites
Azenha do Tio Luís
B Apartamentos Castelo
Bom Caminha - Private Albergue for Pilgrims
Bright Sao Domingos Apartments
Casa Beira Rio
Casa D'Avó Bina Alojamento Local
Casa da Fraga
Casa da Maravilhas
Casa da Reina
Casa de Montedor
Casa de Suelas
Casa do Adro
Casa do Albano
Casa do Cabedelo
Casa do Cato
Casa do Chafariz
Casa do Coura
Casa do Fontanario em Viana do Castelo
Casa do Montinho
Casa do Nato -Turismo Rural
Casa do Sorrio
Casa Gwendoline - Albergue / Hostel / AL - Caminho da Costa
Casa Manuel Espregueira e Oliveira
Crato Apartments
Dias House
Dona Emília Guest House & Studio Apartment Building
Donna Nega Guest House
Ednas Place - Tranquilidade e Natureza
Enjoy Viana - Guest House
Feel The Ocean Apartment - Praia do Cabedelo
FERREIRA'S HOUSE Viana do Castelo
Front Beach Villa Cabedelo
Gigantones GuestHouse
Just Like Home - Casa da Telheira
Just Like Home - Casa do Rosmaninho
Just Like Home - Casinha da Vila em Caminha
Litos al alojamento local
Lovely Sunny-House
MAM HEAT Apartments - Viana City Centre
Maria Veiga Guest House
Morada do Ultramar
O Cantinho do Arnaldo
Palacete Villa Idalina
Parque de Campismo Orbitur Caminha
Pé Na Duna - beachfront apartment
PEARL by Balgrid
Pensao O Laranjeira
Penthouse at Cabedelo Beach with Ocean View
Private Villas & Boutique Hotel - Casa Da Brêa
Quarto em Viana do Castelo
Quarto/Suite de Charme
Quercia Houses in Viana do Castelo
Quinta da Boa Viagem
Quinta da Ponte
QUINTA DO CAMBEIRO
Quinta do Monteverde
Quinta do Paco d'Anha
Quinta do Penedo Real
Quinta do Vale do Monte
Quinta Dom Sapo - Agroturismo
Quinta dos Avós
Quintinha D' Arga
RACIA Lodges - Apartment
Rinoterra Minho
RR Residence
Senhora dos Mares - Apartment in Ribeira
Spacious Apt. at Viana's Top Location
Suite em Viana do Castelo
Sunshine Apartment - Modern Ap Near the Beach
Viana beach apartment
Viana Urban Glamour
Villa Idalina
Villa Margarida
Villa Victoria
Wild Glamping Portugal com jacuzzi privado relax by Serra de Arga waterfalls, Viana do Castelo
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