Town of the Camino
Padrón
Birthplace of Jacobean tradition and the last great stop on the Portuguese Way. In Padrón, according to legend, he tied the boat with the remains of Apostle Saint James. Famous for its peppers.
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Padrón is a village of great capital importance in the history of the Way of St. James; it is, in fact, the cradle of all Jacobean tradition. According to legend, it was here, in ancient Iria Flavia, where the stone boat that carried the remains of Apostle St. James from Palestine moored after his long journey. The "Pedrón", the stone anchor that gives its name to the village, is preserved under the main altar of Santiago Church and is a must-visit for all pilgrims. This direct connection with the origins makes Padrón the last great symbolic stop before Santiago de Compostela on the Portuguese Way. The village, also the birthplace of renowned writers such as Rosalía de Castro and Camilo José Cela, offers a pleasant walk along the Sar River. In addition to its historical load, it is globally famous for its peppers, whose slogan "uns pican e outros non" is known by all. With good hostels and services, Padrón is the perfect place for the last night of reflection and to savor local cuisine before the exciting final stage towards the Cathedral.
Last updated: 21/08/2025
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Hotel Corona de Padrón
Hotel Scala
Os Lambráns
Almar II - Padrón
Casa Grande da Capellania
Corona de Galicia Rooms
Hostel & Rooms Casa Maia
Hotel A Casa Do Rio
Huna Apartamentos
MEDA Padrón
Pensión Rural para Peregrinos "AREAL"
Piso do Espolón
SLEEP Padron Turismo
TERRA de Padrón - Quality Rooms
Villa Galicia (Padrón)
Vivienda Fermina Padron
Pazo Arretén
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Portuguese Way (Central)
Portuguese Way Central - Spiritual Variant
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