Lubián to A Gudiña
The stage where you enter Galicia: the Alto de A Canda marks the border between Castile and León and the Galician region.
Best season: Year-round; buy provisions in Lubián, as there are very few services along the way
Map
- Lubián
- A Gudiña
FEAACS track published by IGN. Follow current trail signs.
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From Lubián to A Gudiña is 23.7 km along the Vía de la Plata. It's stage 29, with 508 m of ascent and 553 m of descent, completed in about 6h. Difficulty: Moderate.
Welcome to Galicia!
The stage runs through a fully rural, mountainous setting, with a notable climb to the Alto de A Canda, at 1,265 meters of altitude, using the Sanctuary of A Tuiza as a reference point.
The Alto de A Canda marks the entrance into Galicia from Castile and León, one of the great symbolic milestones of the whole Vía de la Plata: from here on, the pilgrim walks on Galician soil all the way to Santiago de Compostela.
It's important to know that the villages along the way — A Canda, Vilavella (A Mezquita), O Pereiro, O Pereiro Novo and O Cañizo — have few or no services, so it's recommended to buy provisions in Lubián before setting off.
What the terrain is like, section by section
Terrain
A rural, mountainous setting, with a notable climb to the Alto de A Canda.
Scenery
Mountains along the border between Castile and León and Galicia.
Path type
Mountain tracks, with the Sanctuary of A Tuiza as a reference on the climb.
Villages
A Canda, Vilavella (A Mezquita), O Pereiro, O Pereiro Novo and O Cañizo, with few or no services.
Water points
Scarce: buy provisions in Lubián before setting off.
Shade
Variable in the mountainous setting.
Traffic
Light, in a predominantly rural setting.
Key fact
The Alto de A Canda (1,265 m) marks the entrance into Galicia: you're now in the route's final region!
Staying in A Gudiña
A Gudiña, already in Galician territory, offers simple accommodation for pilgrims.
Accommodation in A Gudiña
A pilgrims' albergue in the village, the route's first Galician stop.
Eating on this stage
A Gudiña has basic dining services for pilgrims; the intermediate villages have barely any offering.
First tastes of Galicia
Local bars with pilgrim's menus, already with a touch of Galician cooking.
Stops with history on this stage
The Alto de A Canda
At 1,265 meters of altitude, marking the border between Castile and León and Galicia: one of the great symbolic milestones of the route.
The Sanctuary of A Tuiza
A reference point on the climb to the Alto de A Canda.
Stop for a moment at the Alto de A Canda: it's the point where you officially enter Galicia, an emotional moment for many pilgrims.
Getting there and back
If you're starting here: Lubián has limited connections; it's worth planning ahead.
If you need to get back from A Gudiña: it has a train station, which makes getting back or connecting to other towns much easier.
What to know before this stage
Buy provisions in Lubián
The villages along the way have few or no services.
Enjoy crossing into Galicia
The Alto de A Canda is an important symbolic moment on the Camino Sanabrés.
Carry enough water
Don't assume you'll find fountains or bars along the way.
Photograph the border crossing
Many pilgrims mark this moment as a personal milestone of their Camino.
Don't ruin this stage
Leaving Lubián without provisions
The intermediate villages have barely any services.
Not appreciating the crossing into Galicia
It's one of the great symbolic milestones on the whole Vía de la Plata.
Underestimating the climb to the Alto de A Canda
It's a notable elevation gain in mountainous terrain.
Not checking on services in A Gudiña
It's worth knowing in advance where to stay and eat.
What to pack, travel insurance and getting around
One single guide with the recommended gear, useful services (insurance, eSIM) and transport options for the whole Camino.
Work out how much it will cost you
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Everything you want to know before this stage
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Ideas for after you finish the Camino
A café waiting for you in Santiago
You still have many kilometres ahead, but once you finish the Camino in Santiago, Bonsai Café is a great spot for breakfast: right in the city centre, with Berraco by Bou specialty coffee and weekend brunch.
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