Ponte de Lima → Rubiães

Stage

Ponte de Lima → Rubiães

17.9 km +50m

Ease of walking: Easy — mostly flat to gently rolling minor roads and farm tracks.

A short rural section takes pilgrims from the bustling center of Ponte de Lima to the quieter village of Lanhas, offering a restorative change of pace. It is commonly used as a calm overnight stop before the final stretch toward Valença.

Scenery

Fields, small vineyards, and country estates (quintas) with hedged lanes and stone walls.

Towns on this stage

Points of interest along the way

  • • Church of São João de Lanhas
  • • Nearby quintas and vineyards

Water along the Camino

Pilgrims will find drinking water fountains (fuentes), public taps and springs in most villages and at points along the way. In summer and on remote stretches, carry enough water between stops as gaps can be long.

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