Portuguese Way from Tui

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120 Km

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8 days / 7 nights

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Why walk from Tui to Santiago de Compostela


Distance
120 Km

Duration
8 days / 7 nights

Meals
Half Board or Only Breakfast

Accommodation
Hotels and Country Cottages

Price
From 820€ per person

The Camino de Santiago (The Way of St. James) from Tui to Santiago is the last leg on the Camino Portugues (The Portuguese Way): This stage starts in the beautiful town of Tui.

Tui is the frontier town between Spain and Portugal, both countries are divided by the River Mino and you can travel from one country to the other by crossing the International Bridge.

From Tui to Santiago we will walk through large forests, traditional farmlands and small villages and rural towns, in addition to historic towns.

We will arrive at the Galician coast in Arcade, a town famous for its oyster festival that takes place every year. We will also have the opportunity to visit Pontevedra and its classic old quarter, which has wonderful architecture.

In the Rias Baixas, we will have the opportunity to taste the famous Albariño white wine, typical of this area in Galicia.

We will also visit Padron, the hometown of the most famous Galician poet of all times, Rosalia de Castro.







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    Tui is a beautiful Galician town. You should take some time to explore its streets, in particular the Plaza de San Fernando Square where we can get a look at the magnificent Cathedral of Tui that dates back to the 12th century. We can also cross the international Bridge over the River Mino that separates Spain and Portugal.

    Overnight: Tui

    We will start this route from the port in Tui heading in the direction of Camino de Barca. From this point we will cross through the Das Monxas tunnel and begin climbing a steep hill to the San Telmo Bridge, nicknamed “The Bridge of Fevers”. We will continue on our route until arriving at O Porrino.

    Length: 16 km

    Overnight: O Porrino

    Once we leave O Porrino we will continue to walk through the Louro Valley. After climbing a small hill, we will reach the Santiaguino de Antas Chapel, an ideal and charming place to rest and give our legs a well-deserved break.

    Afterwards, we will continue the route through pine forests until arriving at the village of Setefontes, after which we will reach Arcade.

    Length: 22 km

    Overnight: Arcade

    Along today’s route we will cross the River Verdugo in Ponte Sampaio. On this bridge is where Napoleon’s army suffered their greatest defeat in Galicia. From Ponte Sampaio we will continue on our way along a paved road that will take us to the Church of Santa Maria, built in the 13th century.

    From here we can take in breathtaking views of the Bay of Vigo  while en route to Pontevedra.

    Length: 12,1 km

    Overnight: Pontevedra

    Once we leave Pontevedra, the route will take us through pine and eucalyptus tree forests until we reach the town of Ponte Cabras, where we recommend visiting the parish house of Santa Maria de Alba. In Lombo da Maceira we can also visit a famous statue of Saint James the pilgrim with his walking stick showing him the way.

    Before reaching Caldas de Reis we will cross through Tivo, famous for its beautiful fountain and public washhouse.

    Length: 21,7 km

    Overnight: Caldas de Reis

    After leaving Caldas de Reis, we will come across the River Umia. The town of Caldas de Reis has been famous since Roman times for its hot springs. We will continue our route through forests then walk uphill to the village of Santa Marina.

    Once we’ve reached the town, we will begin the descent until we cross the River Fontenlo, ultimately ending up in the town of Padron. Legend has it that when the body of Santiago was transported to Compostela by boat, Padron was the first place where it landed.

    Length: 18,7 km

    Overnight: Padron

    Our route from Padron to Santiago de Compostela will pass through several small towns until we reach the historic sanctuary of A Esclavitud. From there we can see the imposing Castro Lupario fortress.

    We will see many crosses all along the route as we continue on our way. From Agros dos Monteiros we can see the Cathedral of Compostela towers. We will then walk by the ruined Castle of A Rocha Vella as we approach Santiago de Compostela.

    Once we arrive in Santiago, we will have the chance to admire its rich local architecture and let ourselves be captivated by its old quarter, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We should make sure to arrive to Santiago in time to participate in the Pilgrim’s Mass.

    Length: 25,7 km

    Overnight: Santiago de Compostela

    We can divide the route from Padron to Santiago de Compostela in 2 sections. The first route goes from Padron to the small town of Parada de Francos where we will spend the night, and the second goes from Parada de Francos to Santiago de Compostela.

    This option will give us more time to enjoy the different attractions and landmarks that we will find along the Camino.

    Length: 11 km and 13 km

    Overnight: Parada de Francos

    The Camino Portugues ends in Santiago de Compostela. We recommend thoroughly visiting the city centre before returning home, so please feel free to ask about additional nights or tours in the city’s historic quarter. Trips to Finisterre or the Cies Islands are also recommended.

    Portuguese Way from Tui

    General information

    All the rooms you book with Santiago Ways to complete the Camino de Santiago have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure your complete comfort.

    Our team checks on site the quality of all the accommodation offered in order for pilgrims to have a comfortable and unforgettable experience on the Camino de Santiago.

    Availability

    When working with quality accommodation with limited capacity, the exact name of the accommodation will be provided 30 days before the start of the Camino.

    All accommodation on the Camino de Santiago is subject to availability. In case we can’t offer any of them due to lack of capacity, we’ll accommodate you in one of equal or better quality.

    Single rooms

    Single rooms are subject to availability. Reservations must be made in advance and come at an additional cost.

    Where am I going to stay?

    All our accommodation has been selected to ensure tranquillity, rest and enjoyment during your Camino de Santiago:

    Tui

    Accomodation in Tui

    O Porriño

    Accomodation in O Porrino

    Arcade

    Accomodation in Arcade

    Pontevedra

    Accomodation in Pontevedra

    Caldas de Reis

    Accomodation in Caldas de Reis

    Padrón

    Accomodation in Padron

    Parada de Francos

    Accomodation in Parada de Francos

    Santiago de Compostela

    Accomodation in Santiago de Compostela

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    Additional Services

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    In order to resolve pilgrims’ doubts, here we answer the questions that are most frequently asked when we receive your inquiries.

    If you have any other questions, you can contact us and we will be happy to help you resolve all of your queries.

    What is the best time to do the Camino de Santiago?

    How do I get to my starting point on the Camino?

    Can I travel alone?

    Am I going to have an accompanying guide on el Camino de Santiago?

    What does the complete route itinerary consist of?

    When do I get the complete route itinerary?

    How many kilometres should I walk on each stage?

    We would like to present a guide of the Camino Portugues from Tui. It is one of the most interesting routes that we can undertake as pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago.

    Therefore, we will offer you all the information related to the stage profile and to different aspects that have to do with their characteristics and that make the Camino Portugues from Tui one of the most beautiful options for the Camino de Santiago. We hope that it helps you.

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    Why choose the Camino Portugues from Tui?

    1.- History: As we will tell you in the section about its origin, the Camino from Tui to Santiago is full of history. It is an excellent opportunity to revive it by passing through its most emblematic and representative places. We could say that it has played a very important part in Portuguese history in relation to Spanish history and that, as we will see, there are monarchs involved in it.

    More specifically, a Queen who behaved exactly like any other pilgrim.

    2.-Heritage: The Camino from Tui to Santiago is surrounded by a series of monuments that you cannot miss. Among them, the most notable are monasteries and cathedrals such as that of Santa Maria, from the 12th century. In general, it possesses a rich and varied historical heritage from different epochs like the Romanesque and Gothic.

    It is a general review of the history of European art in a very short distance by taking a tour of all the main architectural movements of an era especially rich era: The Middle Ages and also the later modern movements.

    3.-Climate: One of the most important reasons to choose the Camino from Tui to Santiago is the climate. This Camino Portugues from Tui has mild but slightly rainy winters and temperatures that never experience extreme changes.

    In fact, throughout the year, including the summer and winter, the temperatures will be pleasant, not surpassing 20 º C and not lower than 8 º C.

    4.-An unbeatable natural environment: One of the most powerful reasons to complete the Camino de Santiago from Tui is its landscapes. We will cross the corners of a beautiful country in itself that, for the Camino de Santiago from Tui reserves its greatest jewels, for example, Las Gandaras de Budino or the Island of San Simon.

    Enclave de las Gandaras de Budiño

    5.- It is not as crowded as other routes: another reason to choose the Camino Portugues from Tui is that it is not as crowded as other routes of the Camino de Santiago. In fact, it will be much easier to find accommodation and enjoy some places in solitude.

    Also, it should be noted that the infrastructure that the Camino Portugues has along its route from Tui at its beginning to its completion in Santiago is unbeatable. All the more reason to choose it. During any time of the year, we will be able to take advantage of its great beauty and in this wonderful experience.

    Information on the route of the Camino Portugues from Tui

    The Camino Portugues from Tui has a total distance of 119 kilometres. Normally, it’s designed to be covered in 5 or 6 days. This time depends on the rhythm and some circumstances that we will detail later in the section on how long it takes to complete the Camino de Santiago from Tui.

    Vista del Puente de Tui

    The Camino from Tui is one of the most chosen routes by the pilgrims in a large part because of its simplicity in comparison with the Camino Frances.

    It is a good alternative also for those who want to do it by bike and, therefore, later we will give you some guidelines and information to be able to do the Camino from Tui by bike.

    The most reserved routes on the Camino Portugues from Tui

    The Camino de Santiago from Tui has a single possible route, although it is connected to other sections of the route. It starts in the city of Tui and arrives in Santiago de Compostela, crossing countless landscapes of great beauty. The road is divided into 5 or 6 stages depending on the rhythm of each person.

    In the case of cycling, they are usually reduced to 3 stages. Anyway, and if you decide to do it with Santiago Ways, we want you to know that you will benefit from several advantages. The first one is that we will make sure that your accommodation is of the highest quality and offers you the best care and attention.

    Vista del Camino de Santiago en bicicleta

    On the other hand, you can book all year round and do it with the option of breakfast or breakfast and dinner.

    Camino Portugues Route from Tui

    Route maps of the Camino Portugues from Tui

    Below, we enclose the maps of the route from Tui to Santiago so you can make your own plan and continue, at the same time, the plan we propose to you from Santiago Ways.

    Tui – O Porriño

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    Stage map from Tui to O Porrino

    O Porrino – Redondela

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    Stage map from O Porrino to Redondela

    Redondela – Pontevedra

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    Stage map from Redondela to Pontevedra

    Pontevedra – Caldas de Reis

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    Stage map from Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis

    Caldas de Reis – Padron

    Caldas de Reis a Padron

    Stage map from Caldas de Reis to Padron

    Padron – Santiago de Compostela

    Padron a Santiago de Compostela

    Stage map from Padron to Santiago de Compostela

    Profile of the Camino Portugues from Tui

    We want to talk now about the profile of the Camino de Santiago from Tui: For this reason, we will talk about its altitude along the route, its difficulty and infrastructure.

    This will evaluate the difficulty involved and if, at the same time, it is advisable for those who want to start the adventure of the Camino de Santiago.

    In this sense, it must be said that the Camino Portugues to Santiago from Tui is a simple and affordable route for almost everyone. In fact, it has few sections of special difficulty and is perfect both for its length and its characteristics for all those people who want to start without complications on the Camino de Santiago.

    Tui – O Porriño

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    Stage profile from Tui to O Porrino

    O Porrino – Redondela

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    Stage profile from O Porrino to Redondela

    Redondela – Pontevedra

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    Stage profile from Redondela to Pontevedra

    Pontevedra – Caldas de Reis

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    Stage profile from Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis

    Caldas de Reis – Padron

    Perfil Caldas de Reis a Padron

    Stage profile from Caldas de Reis to Padron

    Padron – Santiago de Compostela

    Perfil Padron a Santiago de Compostela

    Stage profile from Padron to Santiago de Compostela

    Stages on foot

    Stage from Tui to O Porrino

    Stage from O Porrino to Redondela

    Stage from Redondela to Pontevedra

    Stage from Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis

    Stage from Caldas de Reis to Padron

    Stage from Padrón to Santiago de Compostela

    How long does the Camino Portugues to Santiago from Tui take?

    We will now answer the question of how long it takes to complete the Camino from Tui. The length of the Camino de Santiago from Tui can be between 5 or 6 days.

    Everything depends on several circumstances: the pace we take during our walk or our bike ride or any other means of transportation that we choose.

    At the same time, the climate which, for example, can slow us down in our path also influence our progress. Finally, there is always the possibility that we like a particular place very much and we want to spend some time in it. It will all depend on how you want to manage your time.

    The best time to do the Camino from Tui to Santiago de Compostela

    Although in many cases, it will depend on the tastes of each person choosing one time or another to do the Camino de Santiago from Tui, we must say that each season has its advantages and its disadvantages. To make it easier to choose when to complete the Camino from Tui, we will talk about each season and what are its advantages and disadvantages:

    Spring

    Spring is an ideal season to complete any stretch of the Camino de Santiago for several reasons. The first is that we avoid the extreme summer and winter temperatures. This, however, must be adjusted for some routes: it is especially interesting for interior or mountain routes.

    However, in the case of the route from Tui to Santiago de Compostela, it does not have much influence because it is a region near the ocean. That makes the temperature very mild all year round. However, it is true that during the spring there is more instability. Good planning is the key to combat it.

    Summer

    Summer is the favourite time for most pilgrims to do the Camino de Santiago in general and the Camino Portugues from Tui, in particular. They choose it because it is the time of year when they usually have several days available. On the other hand, it’s when there’s more daylight.

    El Camino de Santiago en verano

    At the same time, it is when warm weather accompanies us but with milder temperatures. However, it is true that it is also the time when more pilgrims are there.

    If you do your pilgrimage with Santiago Ways, this will not be a problem: we take care that you have accommodation and that it is always the best available.

    Autumn

    Autumn is another great time to do the Camino de Santiago in general. It is true that there will be more instability, but avoiding extreme temperatures and, at the same time, we will benefit from the beauty of the scenery with its pleasant tones of this season.

    Winter

    In the case of some routes that travel through very inland areas or mountain areas, it is not advisable to do the Camino de Santiago in winter because of the cold and the potential snowfalls.

    This drawback does not exist however for a route like that of the Camino de Santiago from Tui. The temperature will be mild even if the rainfall increases.

    Guide to the places you can’t miss on the Camino Portugues from Tui

    We wanted to include in this guide the Camino de Santiago from Tui the main places of interest, as well as the best places to sleep and eat.

    Places of interest

    Santa Maria Cathedral

    Erected in the 12th century, this Romanesque-style cathedral is one of the architectural jewels in Spanish history, which, over time, also has developed gothic elements.

    The Church of San Telmo

    It is a very unique construction to be from the Baroque period and to be of the Portuguese style despite being built in Galicia. This church is said to have been built on the site where Saint Telmo died.

    As we see, it is possible on the Camino de Santiago from Tui to come across practically all the architectural styles in just a few kilometres.

    La Capilla de San Telmo en Tui

    Church of Santa Maria la Mayor

    Located in Pontevedra, this 15th-century church is considered one of the great jewels of Galician art and architecture, and its own style that mixes features of the Portuguese style and other tendencies of the Renaissance imported into Spain.

    Where to sleep – The best accommodation

    In Santiago Ways, we take great care of the places where you stay. We do this not only taking into account the care and attention with which you have to be treated but also other aspects such as quality of service and environment. Here are the best lodgings on the Camino from Tui to Santiago.

    Where to eat – The best restaurants

    Taperia “La de Manu“: It is an excellent place to taste some of the specialities from all over Portugal and in particular of this region. You cannot miss the seafood, octopus and other products from the sea.

    Entrada Tapería La de Manu

    O Vello Cabalo Furado: If you are looking for an establishment in Tui that has a good value for money and simple cooking, very tasty and attached to the land, you cannot pass by this restaurant.

    Rio Tinto: If you are looking for a restaurant with a little more upmarket cuisine for a night or a more special occasion, stop by this restaurant where you will find what you are looking for.

    The origin of the Camino Portugues from Tui

    The Camino Portugues from Tui to Santiago is full of history. Although it is a road that goes through the country of Portugal, it has fundamental importance also in the history of Spain. It was Saint Elisabeth of Portugal, who was the wife of King Don Dinis who made the first pilgrimage in the year 1325 to Santiago.

    Since then, there have been many pilgrims who have followed. So much so that in fact a street in Santiago de Compostela bears the name of the Queen. It is said that it was in fact on this street where she herself stayed: as if she were just another pilgrim.

    So then, the Camino from Tui makes it clear to us that the tradition and history of the Camino de Santiago are also linked to Portuguese history. In fact, it is more of a historical and cultural event that has to do with the whole Iberian Peninsula.

    And it is not just due to its simple beginnings as a religious route, on the contrary, it was also a commercial route where the famous Silk Road finished its route in Europe, concretely in Spain. Therefore, since the very same year 813, when the remains of the Santiago the Apostle were discovered, the Camino from Tui to Santiago has been enormously important.

    Imagen del apostol Santiago el Mayor

    The Camino Portugues from Tui with Santiago Ways

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    Other sections of the Camino Portuguese coastal route

    Other users’ opinions about the Camino Portugues from Tui

    So that you know what other people who have completed the Camino Portugues from Tui to Santiago with us think about their own experience, here we leave their comments for you.

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    Maby Martin
    2 days ago
    My Camino de Santiago was organized by Santiago Ways, and I can't say enough good things about their service. First, they answered every question and concern I had. Then, during the trip, everything was perfectly coordinated, and they attended to every extra need quickly and effectively. Thank you, Santiago Ways!
    Joan Mccabe
    4 days ago
    Excellent tour operator for our camino walk on the Portugese coastal route. Super app which was so useful every day as we walked. The accomodation was wonderful and the luggage transfer happened seemlessly. Highly recommend.
    Sebastián Jiménez Aguilar
    2 weeks ago
    A very good and satisfactory experience with Santiago Ways. Thank you very much for everything.
    Candelaria Cordoves
    2 weeks ago
    We walked the French Way from Sarria, and the experience was fantastic, thanks in large part to the organization by Santiago Ways. The hotels and rural guesthouses were very well chosen, perfect for recovering and resting after a day of walking. We'll definitely be back! We're already thinking about doing the Portuguese Way, and of course, we'll use Santiago Ways again. 😍
    Mario Mendicochea
    2 weeks ago
    Walking the Camino de Santiago, especially the Portuguese Coastal Way, has been the best experience of my life. I must add that this experience was made even more wonderful by Santiago Ways. They are a fantastic team. Their hotel selection and luggage transfer service made our lives so much easier. Every hotel was top-notch, and the service was superb. Next year, we'll repeat the experience and walk the French Way. I highly recommend making all your travel arrangements with Santiago Ways.
    Juan Carlos Alvarez Castro
    3 weeks ago
    Words can't express my complete satisfaction in every way: professionalism, exquisite service... We felt cared for and pampered. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING 💯

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