Camino Primitivo · Stage 12 of 14

Stage 12: Melide to Arzúa

From
Melide
To
Arzúa
Distance
14 km
Difficulty
Easy

A short stage on the Camino Francés through woods and the river valleys of Boente and Ribadiso.

Practical tips

Constant short ups and downs; plenty of bars.

Along the way

Ribadiso
Photo: Simon Burchell · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ribadiso

A medieval bridge and an old pilgrim hospital restored as a public albergue beside the river Iso.

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Arzúa
Photo: Javier Casado Tirado · CC BY-SA 3.0

Arzúa

Home of Arzúa-Ulloa cheese.

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Where to sleep in Arzúa

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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