Your adventure begins in A Guarda, a charming fishing village nestled under one of Galicia’s most iconic mountains, Monte Santa Tecla.

On this mountain, you’ll find one of the best-preserved Celtic hillforts (castros) in Galicia, along with unbeatable views of the Miño River estuary.

If you have time, consider visiting Caminha, a lovely town on the opposite side of the river. Don’t worry—there’s a ferry that will take you there in just a few minutes!

This stage is one to savor. Leaving A Guarda, you’ll follow a coastal trail, initially passing through areas with relatively calm waters. About halfway, the landscape gradually transforms.

Suddenly, everything becomes wilder and teeming with life; the path to Oia will amaze you with its rocky, flat terrain—a unique natural feature you won’t find elsewhere in Galicia.

Upon reaching Oia, you can explore its charming old town and the impressive Santa María de Oia Monastery. This Cistercian monastery is unique, as it is one of the few built right on the edge of the sea.

In this second stage, you’ll continue enjoying the rugged coastline as you make your way to Baiona.

Leaving Oia, follow the coastal trail, passing Cape Silleiro, one of Galicia’s most historic capes. The cape and its lighthouse stand as reminders of the tough lives of those who work at sea.

A few kilometers later, you’ll reach the end of the stage in Baiona. This small coastal town was a major port in medieval Europe, with a castle—now a national parador—and a charming old town that reflect its rich history. In fact, Christopher Columbus sailed these waters, and at the port, you’ll find an exact replica of La Pinta.

The next day, you’ll leave behind Baiona’s idyllic views, with the Cíes Islands on the horizon, and head into the forest, where you’ll come across several Romanesque bridges, including one crossing the Groba River.

The forest path continues to Nigrán, a small coastal town known for its white sandy beaches and Monteferro, a hill once rich in iron, hence its name.

A few kilometers past Nigrán lies the end of this stage in Vigo. Vigo, Galicia’s largest city by population, thrives on its port and the Citroën car factory. Yet, this bustling city also offers charming spots like the Berbés district and its old town with narrow streets. If you’re an oyster lover, don’t miss the famous Oyster Market (Mercado da Pedra).

This stage is the final one before connecting with the original Portuguese Camino.

Leaving Vigo, you’ll follow the entire coastal line to Redondela, where you can enjoy views of the Ría de Vigo, the Morrazo coast, and the San Simón inlet and its island. San Simón is notable for having served as a lazaretto and later as a prison during and after the Spanish Civil War.

Just a short distance from San Simón, in Cesantes, you’ll conclude the stage in Redondela.

After a well-deserved rest, take some time to explore the old town of Redondela and sample one of the local delicacies—Arcade oysters.

A rich and varied nature leads you from Redondela to Pontevedra.

You’ll depart Redondela via the Roman bridge of Pontesampaio, a structure with a fascinating history, as it was the site of a key battle during the War of Independence against Napoleon.

After several kilometers wandering through different villages, you’ll reach the endpoint of this stage in the city of Pontevedra.

Pontevedra is a beautiful historic city where you must visit the Gothic-Renaissance basilica of Santa María la Grande and the Church of La Peregrina.

Today’s stage primarily follows shaded paths, winding through landscapes of forests and vineyards, making for a truly pleasant stroll.

You’ll depart from Pontevedra via the Puente del Burgo, a medieval bridge that symbolizes the city and leads to the small villages of the parishes of Santa María and Cerponzóns.

A network of trails will guide you to Caldas de Reis, a spa town appreciated by the Romans for its thermal waters. In Caldas de Reis, you can visit the Iglesia de Santa María de Bemil and enjoy its spa facilities.

After spending the night in Caldas de Reis, we will set off toward our next destination, Padrón.

This stage is rich in rural ambiance, featuring typical Galician houses scattered along the route. You’ll also enjoy the natural surroundings, highlighted by oak forests and small cornfields.

Before reaching Padrón, you’ll pass through Pontecesures and its famous Roman bridge, which separates the provinces of Pontevedra and A Coruña.

Just two kilometers further lies the town of Padrón, renowned for its peppers and as the birthplace of Camilo José Cela and Rosalía de Castro.

In this final stage, you’ll leave Padrón heading towards Iria Flavia and A Escravitude.

In Iria Flavia, you can visit its beautiful collegiate church, while in A Escravitude, there’s a lovely sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin of the Slaves.

Leaving these towns behind, you’ll enter the municipalities of Teo and Ames before concluding the final stage at the famous Plaza del Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela.

Congratulations, you’ve achieved your goal!