Arzúa to O Pedrouzo
Long forest tracks between eucalyptus and oak woodland, with little elevation change, on the way to the second-to-last stop before Santiago.
Best season: Year-round
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- Arzúa
- O Pedrouzo
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From Arzúa to O Pedrouzo is 19.2 km along the Camino Primitivo. It's stage 13, with 351 m of ascent and 447 m of descent, completed in about 4 h 30 min. Difficulty: Easy.
A comfortable stage through eucalyptus forests
A stage with little elevation change that progresses along long forest tracks, crossing meadows and oak and eucalyptus woodland between small hamlets such as Cortobe, Calzada, Calle and Boavista. Past Salceda, alongside the N-547 road, the Camino enters a wooded stretch of pines and eucalyptus all the way to Brea, before reaching O Pedrouzo (officially Arca do Pino).
O Pedrouzo is the second-to-last stop before Santiago, with all the services needed to rest well before the final stage. Its Church of Santa Eulalia de Arca, neoclassical in style, is notable for the large scallop shell decorating its main altar.
What the terrain looks like, kilometre by kilometre
Terrain
Little significant elevation change; the route progresses comfortably along long forest tracks.
Scenery
Eucalyptus and oak woodland, with meadows and small rural hamlets typical of inland Galicia.
Trail type
Mostly forest tracks, with a brief stretch alongside the N-547 road in Salceda.
Villages
Cortobe, Calzada, Calle, Boavista and Salceda before reaching O Pedrouzo.
Water points
Moderate services along the way; O Pedrouzo has full amenities at the end.
Shade
Very good, thanks to the long stretches of eucalyptus and oak forest.
Traffic
Generally light, except for the brief crossing alongside the N-547 in Salceda.
Key tip
Make the most of this quiet stage to rest before the final day into Santiago.
Accommodation in O Pedrouzo
O Pedrouzo (Arca do Pino) has a wide range of lodging, being the second-to-last stop before Santiago. Grouped by tier; Booking ratings verified in September 2026.
Albergue de peregrinos Arca do Pino
Run by the Xunta de Galicia, 150 beds in 4 dormitories. Pilgrim credential required; may not accept reservations, as public albergues typically operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Tel. 686 744 055.
Albergue Cruceiro de Pedrouzo
Capacity for 94 people, with a spa area. Rated 7.9/10 on Booking, with over 400 reviews.
Hotel O Pino
Housing pilgrims since 1965, with its own restaurant and 15 double rooms. Tel. 981 511 035.
Pensión 9 de Abril
12 rooms, a 5-minute walk from the Camino. Rated 8.6/10 on Booking, with over 580 reviews.
Hotel Bello
Terrace, bar and restaurant with an extensive wine cellar, in the parish of Castrofeito. Rated 8.7/10 on Booking, with over 500 reviews.
Hotel Amiuka
A sustainable passive house, 12 rooms, a 9-minute walk from the centre. O Pedrouzo's best-rated lodging.
Refuelling on this stage
O Pedrouzo and Santa Irene, the final stretch of this stage, are home to several bars and restaurants well known among pilgrims. Details verified in September 2026.
O Acivro
In A Rúa, with a terrace and parking. Tel. 646 413 898.
O Ceadoiro
In Santa Irene, about 4 km before O Pedrouzo. Known among pilgrims for its Spanish tortilla. Tel. 981 313 354.
Hotel O Pino
The hotel's own restaurant, open since 1965, in A Rúa. Tel. 981 511 035.
Andaina
In Santa Irene, specialising in charcoal-grilled meats and homemade desserts. Tel. 981 502 925.
Café Bar O Pedrouzo
In the town centre since 1978. Booking recommended; cash only. Tel. 981 511 083.
Stops with history on this stage
Church of Santa Eulalia de Arca
Neoclassical church with a large scallop shell decorating its main altar, one of the town's biggest draws.
Pine and eucalyptus forests
The wooded stretch leaving Salceda towards Brea is one of the most characteristic parts of the stage.
O Pedrouzo is a good base to calmly prepare for the final stage, which passes Monte do Gozo before arriving in Santiago.
Getting there and back
If you are starting here: Arzúa has good bus connections, being a classic Camino Francés stop.
If you need to head back from O Pedrouzo: there are bus connections to Santiago, close to Lavacolla airport.
Good to know before this stage
Enjoy the wooded stretch
The eucalyptus and oak forests offer constant shade, ideal for walking at any time of year.
Book accommodation ahead
Being the second-to-last stop before Santiago, O Pedrouzo can fill up fast in high season.
Take advantage of the gentle pace of this stage
With little elevation change, it is a good day to arrive in O Pedrouzo with energy to spare.
Sort out the logistics for arriving in Santiago
Use the calm of O Pedrouzo to organise the final details before the last stage.
Don't ruin this stage
Rushing because it is a comfortable stage
It is a good moment to enjoy the eucalyptus forest scenery without hurrying.
Not booking accommodation in O Pedrouzo
The town receives heavy pilgrim traffic as the second-to-last stop; it is worth securing a spot.
Not resting well before the final stage
The last day into Santiago deserves to be walked with energy; use O Pedrouzo to recover.
Overlooking the Church of Santa Eulalia de Arca
A neoclassical church with a large scallop shell on its altar, easy to visit before dinner.
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