Camino Primitivo · Stage 8 of 14
Stage 8: A Fonsagrada to O Cádavo
- From
- A Fonsagrada
- To
- O Cádavo
- Distance
- 24.3 km
- Climb
- ↑ 710 m
- Descent
- ↓ 934 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Mountain tracks past a ruined medieval hospital, with one very steep ramp.
Practical tips
The 'Cuesta del Sapo' up to A Lastra climbs from 675 m to 820 m in about 1 km. Services thin out after Paradavella.
Along the way
Hospital de Montouto
Ruins of a pilgrim hospital founded in the 14th century, on a windy hilltop.
More photos of Hospital de Montouto →
Where to sleep in O Cádavo
- Albergue de peregrinos de O CádavoPublic (Xunta)
- Albergue San MateoPrivate
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.