Outeiro to Santiago de Compostela
The final stage: a short day ending at the foot of Santiago's Cathedral, with plenty of time for the Pilgrim's Mass.
Best season: Year-round; set off with enough time to reach the cathedral before noon
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- Outeiro
- Santiago de Compostela
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From Outeiro to Santiago de Compostela is 16.7 km along the Vía de la Plata. It's stage 37, with 355 m of ascent and 384 m of descent, completed in about 4h. Difficulty: Easy.
The arrival at Santiago de Compostela
It's a very short stage, the last of the whole Vía de la Plata, allowing you to reach the cathedral before noon, in time for the Pilgrim's Mass. The route has moderate elevation changes, running through forest for the first three kilometers.
Then comes a succession of rural areas with hamlets such as Lestedo, Deseiro, A Susana and Piñeiro, with scattered developments, until the path finally enters the urban stretch of Santiago.
At the foot of the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the presumably unforgettable Vía de la Plata comes to an end: almost 1,000 kilometers from Seville culminating at one of the great sanctuaries of Christianity, and one of the most emotional moments of any Camino.
What the terrain is like, section by section
Terrain
Moderate elevation changes, with forest in the first kilometers and an urban stretch at the end.
Scenery
Forest, rural areas and, finally, the streets of Santiago's historic center.
Path type
Forest paths, rural tracks and urban streets on the approach to the city.
Villages
Lestedo, Deseiro, A Susana and Piñeiro before entering Santiago.
Water points
Good, thanks to the hamlets along the route and Santiago's many services.
Shade
Good on the initial wooded stretch.
Traffic
Present on the urban approach to Santiago.
Key fact
It's a short stage designed to arrive in time for the noon Pilgrim's Mass.
Staying in Santiago de Compostela
Book ahead in high season (Jun–Sep): Santiago fills up.
Albergue Azabache
In the heart of the old town, right by Praza da Quintana. Open February to December.
Pensión A Casa do Peregrino
50 m from the Cathedral, between Cervantes and Quintana squares, with original stone walls.
NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
A 13-minute walk from the Cathedral, with an indoor pool, sauna and spa to help you recover.
Eating well in Santiago de Compostela
Santiago offers one of the best dining scenes in all of Galicia, ideal for celebrating your arrival.
Galician celebration cuisine
Numerous bars and restaurants in the historic center, many specializing in Galician seafood and octopus.
The great final destination
The Cathedral of Santiago
The final destination of the Vía de la Plata and of every Camino de Santiago: one of the great sanctuaries of Christianity.
The Pilgrim's Mass
A daily noon ceremony that brings together pilgrims who have just completed their Camino.
The Compostela
The official certificate accrediting completion of the Camino, available at the Pilgrim's Office.
Take a moment in the Plaza del Obradoiro, in front of the cathedral: it's one of the most emotional moments of the whole Camino de Santiago.
Getting there and back
If you're starting here: Outeiro has no services of its own; it's worth planning your departure from Silleda.
To get back from Santiago de Compostela: it has an airport and a train and bus station with excellent national and international connections.
What to know before this stage
Set off with enough time for the Pilgrim's Mass
It's held at noon and tends to fill up: arrive with margin.
Pick up your Compostela
At the Pilgrim's Office, next to the cathedral, after having your credential stamped throughout your journey.
Enjoy the moment
It's the end of almost 1,000 kilometers from Seville: take time to take it all in.
Photograph the Plaza del Obradoiro
It's one of the most beautiful and iconic squares in all of Spain.
Don't miss anything on your last day
Arriving late for the Pilgrim's Mass
It's at noon, so it's worth arriving early to get a spot.
Forgetting your credential
You need it stamped to obtain the Compostela at the Pilgrim's Office.
Not booking accommodation in advance
Santiago receives many pilgrims: it's worth booking ahead.
Being in a rush to leave
After almost 1,000 km, give yourself at least an extra day to enjoy the city.
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
Set the days, route and type of trip, and we give you an estimate of the total cost with a full breakdown.
Everything you want to know before this stage
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Make the most of Santiago beyond the Camino
Walking tour of the old town
Small-group walking tour of Santiago’s old town with a local guide.
Cathedral and Pórtico da Gloria
Guided visit to the Cathedral with access to the museum and the restored Pórtico da Gloria.
Queimada show and tasting
The traditional Galician flambéed drink, explained in a show designed for pilgrims.
Fisterra, Muxía and the Costa da Morte
The three unmissable stops of the "end of the world" in a full-day trip from Santiago.
Our top recommendation
Bonsai Café
Just arrived in Santiago after the Camino? You have earned a good breakfast. Bonsai Café is right in the city centre, with weekend brunch, Berraco by Bou specialty coffee and the best cocktails to toast your arrival.
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