Stage
Arzúa → O Pedrouzo
19 km -104m
Ease of walking: Easy; generally flat with well-marked trails and forest tracks.
This penultimate stage is short and popular, taking pilgrims through pleasant woodland and lanes to O Pedrouzo, the last practical overnight before Santiago. It is well-served with albergues and cafes to prepare for the final day.
Scenery
Oak and eucalyptus woods, quiet lanes and occasional open pasture.
Points of interest along the way
- • Pilgrim refuges in O Pedrouzo
- • Final forested approaches toward Santiago
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.