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
A medieval bridge and an old pilgrim hospital restored as a public albergue beside the river Iso.
More photos of Ribadiso →
Where to sleep in Arzúa
- Albergue de peregrinos de ArzúaPublic (Xunta)
- Albergue Vía LácteaPrivate
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.