Laza

Laza, a small village in the province of Ourense, is a stop with a deep ethnographic flavor on the Camino Sanabrés. World-famous for its "Entroido" (Carnival), one of the most ancestral and unique in Galicia, Laza invites the pilgrim to discover a world of traditions and rituals that are lost in time. Characters like the "Peliqueiros", with their masks, cencerros, and whips, are the soul of this festival. Although the pilgrim may not coincide with the Carnival, the atmosphere of the place is infused with this cultural heritage. The stage that arrives at Laza, after crossing the Alto de A Canda, is demanding but beautiful, traversing mountain landscapes and river valleys. The village offers the walker a well-deserved rest, with hostels and a robust gastronomy. The church of San Xoán and the tranquil atmosphere of its streets complete the experience. Visiting Laza on the Camino de Santiago is more than just a simple stop; it's an opportunity to connect with authentic, magical, and ancestral Galicia along the Vía de la Plata route.