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Oporto
Starting point most popular of the Portuguese Way. Porto, by the Douro and famous for its wine, offers an unforgettable starting route between bridges and cellars.
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Discover Oporto
Porto, the second city of Portugal, is the most popular starting point for pilgrims who walk the Portuguese Way. Its unparalleled beauty, with the historic Ribeira quarter declared a World Heritage Site, and its vibrant atmosphere, make it an unforgettable beginning to a pilgrimage. The path usually starts at the Sé do Porto (Cathedral), from where stunning views of the Douro River and its iconic bridges, such as Don Luis I Bridge, can be seen. Before embarking on the journey, pilgrims can explore the world-famous wine cellars of Porto in Vila Nova de Gaia, just across the river. Porto is both the starting point for the Central Portuguese Way (interior) and the Coastal Portuguese Way, offering two distinct experiences. The city is perfectly equipped with hostels and all necessary services. Starting the Camino de Santiago in Porto is to immerse oneself in a city of decadent and captivating beauty, a perfect precursor to the landscapes and hospitality that await on the route to Galicia.
Last updated: 12/11/2025
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Accommodations in Oporto
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The Yeatman Hotel
Pestana Palácio do Freixo
Rivoli Cinema Hostel
The Passenger Hostel
Pestana Vintage Porto
Porto Spot Hostel
Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa
Mercure Porto Gaia Hotel
BessaHotel Boavista
Grande Hotel do Porto
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
AC Hotel Porto
Portus Cale Hotel
Eurostars Das Artes
Novotel Porto Gaia
Costa do Sol B&B Hotel Oporto
Vera Cruz Porto Downtown Hotel
WOT Porto
Hostal Oporto
Hotel Estoril Porto
Hotel Grande Rio
Hotel Universal
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Routes that pass through Oporto
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