STAGE 33: O Pedrouzo to Santiago de Compostela
Stage overview
- Distance: 19.2 km (11.9 miles)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Average time: 5-6 hours
- Gradient: Rolling
- Surface types: Forest paths, suburban pavements, city streets
- Waymarking status: Very clear arrows; heavy pilgrim flow guides the way
- Alternative routes: None
About this stage
A final mix of forest paths and urban approaches leading into Santiago. The last kilometres build anticipation as you enter the historic centre and reach the cathedral.
Accommodation and Services on this stage
| Town |
Campground |
Albergue/hostel |
Guesthouse/hostal |
Hotel |
Coffee shop |
Restaurant/cafe |
ATM |
Pharmacy |
Medical Services |
Veterinarian |
Supermarket/convenience store |
Outdoor equipment store |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O Pedrouzo | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ |
| 8.7 km | ||||||||||||
| Lavacolla | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ |
| 1.3 km | ||||||||||||
| Vilamaior | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ |
| 4.7 km | ||||||||||||
| Monte do Gozo | ─ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ | ─ |
| 4.5 km | ||||||||||||
| Santiago de Compostela | ─ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Need help planning? See our gear guide and download the free Camino Francés albergue list PDF, and if you prefer everything organised for you, compare the main Camino Francés tour operators on our tour guide comparison page.
Stage notes
Waymarking is clear throughout the final approach; expect continuous pilgrim flow into Santiago.