Camino Portugués from Porto · Stage 4 of 11
Stage 4: Ponte de Lima to Rubiães
- From
- Ponte de Lima
- To
- Rubiães
- Distance
- 17.4 km
- Climb
- ↑ 666 m
- Descent
- ↓ 478 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
The Labruja climb, the highest point of the Portuguese Way in Portugal, through woods and stone walls.
Practical tips
No services for 9.2 km between Codeçal and Rubiães: carry water and food. Cyclists may need to carry their bikes over rocky steps.
Along the way
Labruja hills
A climb of about 315 m in 4 km, feared by medieval pilgrims but manageable for walkers today.
More photos of Labruja hills →
Where to sleep in Rubiães
- Albergue de peregrinos de RubiãesPublic
- Casa de São SebastiãoPrivate
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.