Camino Francés · Stage 27 of 33

Stage 27: O Cebreiro to Triacastela

From
O Cebreiro
To
Triacastela
Distance
20.6 km
Climb
↑ 273 m
Descent
↓ 901 m
Difficulty
Moderate

Ridge walking with huge views, then a long descent through farms and ancient chestnut trees.

Practical tips

Two thirds of the stage are above 1,200 m: snow, fog, wind and cold in winter. The climb to Alto do Poio is steep. Padornelo and Pasantes have no restaurants.

Along the way

Alto de San Roque
Photo: José Antonio Gil Martínez from Vigo, Spain · CC BY 2.0

Alto de San Roque

A giant bronze pilgrim leans into the wind, holding his hat.

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Alto do Poio
Photo: José Antonio Gil Martínez from Vigo, Spain · CC BY 2.0

Alto do Poio

At 1,335 m, the last real climb of the Francés.

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Triacastela
Photo: Jose Antonio Gil Martínez. FREECAT from Vigo · CC BY 2.0

Triacastela

Medieval pilgrims carried a stone from the quarries here to the lime kilns of Castañeda, to help build Santiago's cathedral.

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Where to sleep in Triacastela

Planning note: distances and climbs are approximate and stages are a suggestion. Albergues listed are long-established ones; opening dates, prices and beds change, so check before you go. Accommodation links may be affiliate links.

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