French Way on foot from Sarria in charming accommodations: 6 stages

Information about the trip: French Way on foot from Sarria in charming accommodations: 6 stages

Discover yourself most popular section of the St James Way at a relaxed pace with our French Way from Sarria itinerary, designed with short stages.

Ideal for a relaxed Way experience
This comfortable walking tour spans 7 days, with daily distances of approximately 9 miles (15 km), perfect for those who wish to experience the essence of the Way slowly.

Walk the most popular section of the St James Way from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela, enjoying extra comfort in carefully selected charming accommodations.

This 6-stage program includes an additional day to divide the longest stage between Palas de Rei and Arzúa, allowing for a more relaxed and comfortable pace during the final 100 km of the French Way, the requirement for obtaining the Compostela.

You'll walk through beautiful rural landscapes, lush forests, and small Galician villages, experiencing the essence of the Way with the comfort of high-quality accommodations.

Included:
-Guaranteed accommodation in pazos, 3 and 4-star hotels, boutique hotels, and charming rural guesthouses, ensuring a full night's rest.
-Luggage transfer service between stages, allowing you to walk light and worry-free.
-Advice and assistance throughout the entire route.
- The 30 km stage between Palas and Arzúa, the longest one, has been split into two

Walk the St James Way from Sarria while staying in unique and charming accommodations. This offers an exclusive and comfortable way to truly live this transformative pilgrimage.

Travel itinerary (Summary)

DAY 1: Arrival to Sarria
DAY 2: Stage 1, Sarria, Portomarín 22,2 km 3/5
DAY 3: Stage 2, Portomarín, Palas De Rei 24,8 km 2/5
DAY 4: Stage 3, Palas De Reis, Melide 14,4 km 3/5
DAY 5: Stage 4, Melide, Arzúa 14,1 km 3/5
DAY 6: Stage 5, Arzúa, Rúa 17,7 km 2/5
DAY 7: Stage 6, Rúa, Santiago De Compostela 21 km 2/5
DAY 8: Return

Travel itinerary (Detailed)

ProgramDAY
1

Arrival to Sarria

100 km/ 62 mi separate the start of this itinerary from Santiago de Compostela, the final destination.
Sarria is the main town between Ponferrada and Santiago de Compostela. The Romanesque Church of Our Saviour, with its Gothic façade, and the convent of Magdalena are well worth a visit, as are the Rua Maior main street and the ancient medieval castle tower.
ProgramDAY
2

Stage 1, from Sarria to Portomarín

Distance : 22,2 km Difficulty : 3/5

Breakfast and start of the stage. Expect a peaceful walk in shady oak woods through pretty villages on quiet country roads.
The village of Barbadelo (580m) has a beautiful Romanesque church that is worth a visit. The village of Ferreiros is also on route.
When you arrive in Portomarín, you can chill out at one of the numerous outdoor cafés in the main square.
ProgramDAY
3

Stage 2, from Portomarín to Palas De Rei

Distance : 24,8 km Difficulty : 2/5

Breakfast and start of the stage. The day starts by crossing over the Belesar dam footbridge, followed by a gradual climb ending in the village of Ligonde.
This stage runs mainly along andaderos (paths), next to the road, or in some cases along paved trails.
There are many signs indicating that we are on a pilgrim route, including the famous "cruceiros" (crucifixes). Check out the Cruceiro of Lameiros and the Monastery of Our Saviour of Vilar de Donas (2 km detour off the Camino).
ProgramDAY
4

Stage 3, from Palas De Reis to Melide

Distance : 14,4 km Difficulty : 3/5

Breakfast and start of the stage. On this stage, you will move into the province of Corunna, where you will find expanses of eucalyptus and pine trees and numerous medieval bridges, such as those in Leboreiro and Furelos.
Melide, which is famous for its octopus, is an obligatory stop for pilgrims and lovers of good food.
ProgramDAY
5

Stage 4, from Melide to Arzúa

Distance : 14,1 km Difficulty : 3/5

Breakfast and start of the stage. Today the route is similar yesterday itinerary. You will find expanses of eucalyptus and pine trees and numerous medieval bridges, such as the most idyllic locations on the Camino in Ribadiso do Baixo near Arzua. Remember that it is a very long village.
ProgramDAY
6

Stage 5, from Arzúa to Rúa

Distance : 17,7 km Difficulty : 2/5

Breakfast and start of the stage. Today’s route is a nice and easy walk over gentle slopes and through woodland, alternating with stretches near the road, which we will have to cross sometimes, before ending in Rua (500 m before the village of Pedrouzo).
Don't miss the beautiful sculpture of Saint James the Pilgrim in the Church of the same name in Boente.
ProgramDAY
7

Stage 6, from Rúa to Santiago De Compostela

Distance : 21 km Difficulty : 2/5

Breakfast and start of the stage. The last stage on your Camino de Santiago. The proximity of your goal will bring mixed feelings. On one hand, you will be eager to reach the desired end of the journey, yet on the downside, the feeling that comes to every pilgrim is that the journey is over.
A stage of anxiety and joy, where distance does not matter, because you are “already there”.
The route today is flat, except for the climb to San Marcos, from Lavacolla, passing Monte do Gozo and down to Santiago de Compostela.
The entire city of Santiago de Compostela is magical, but especially its Cathedral, which deserves a special visit.
ProgramDAY
8

Return

After breakfast, go to exchange your pilgrim’s passport, if you haven’t already done it. Alternatively, we suggest you visit the cathedral and the surrounding areas or attend a pilgrim mass.

Included

7 nights in charming hotels and rural houses, Pazos, and Boutique Hotels, on a bed and breakfast basis.
Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel: 1 bag max. 20kg/ 44lbs per person.
Travel insurance.
Credencial (Pilgrim's passport)
Maps and tracks of the stages.
Telephone assistance (English-speaking)