Stage 20 of 21

Arzúa → O Pedrouzo

16.5 km | 4-5 hours | +463m / -495m

About This Stage

A short, easy penultimate stage through quiet Galician countryside. The walking follows familiar patterns of eucalyptus forest, small farms, and stone hamlets. The reduced distance allows pilgrims to arrive early and rest before the final day into Santiago.

The terrain is gently undulating with no significant challenges. The route passes through several small hamlets that blur together in the typical Galician pattern. The proximity to Santiago means the trail is busy with anticipation.

O Pedrouzo (also called Arca) is a functional small town with accommodation and restaurants geared towards pilgrims preparing for their final morning. The town has no major attractions but serves its purpose as the last overnight stop.

Terrain: Forest paths, rural lanes, gentle hills, some paved sections through villages

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Things Along the Way

Arzúa0 km from startStart

A Galician market town known for its Arzua-Ulloa cheese (DOP) and traditional dairy farming. A busy Camino stop with full services approximately 40 km from Santiago.

Town
Has Pharmacy
Has Restaurant
Has Cafe
Has Grocery
Has Albergue
Has Hotel
Has Tobacconist
Has Atm
Has Bus
Has Clinic
Has Post Office
Outdoor Attraction
Os Penedos2.2 km from start
Village
A Calle de Ferreiros5.0 km from start
Village
A Salceda8.4 km from start
Village
A Brea10.5 km from start
Village
Santa Irene13.5 km from start
Village
A Rúa15 km from start
Village
O Pedrouzo16.5 km from startEnd

A small town approximately 20 km from Santiago, the traditional last overnight stop before reaching the cathedral. Has albergues and services geared towards the final day's preparation.

Town
Has Albergue
Has Atm
Has Cafe
Has Grocery
Has Hotel
Has Pharmacy
Has Restaurant

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