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
A giant bronze pilgrim leans into the wind, holding his hat.
More photos of Alto de San Roque →

Triacastela
Medieval pilgrims carried a stone from the quarries here to the lime kilns of Castañeda, to help build Santiago's cathedral.
More photos of Triacastela →Where to sleep in Triacastela
- Albergue de peregrinos de TriacastelaPublic (Xunta)
- Albergue Berce do CamiñoPrivate
- Albergue AitzeneaPrivate
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.