Stage 5 of 6 · Portuguese Camino from Tui
Caldas de Reis → Padrón
A stage of about 18 km and low-to-medium difficulty. You pass through Valga and Pontecesures and cross the Ulla river to enter Padrón, where tradition places the arrival of the apostle James.
Distance
18.5 km
Total from Tui
90.5 km
Approx. time
4.5 h
Stage
5 / 6
What you will find
The best of the stage.
Valga and Pontecesures, the old “Port of Compostela”.
Crossing the Ulla river to enter Padrón.
Padrón and its peppers, part of the local cuisine.
Our tip. In Padrón try the peppers that carry its name. Tomorrow is the longest stage: rest well.
Where to sleep
Rest where the stage ends.
Padrón is a stop for many pilgrims, so book in advance. We do it for you with Plan your Camino.
No weight
Walk with just the essentials.
We pick up your backpack in the morning and it waits for you at the next accommodation. €7 per backpack and stage.
Frequently asked questions
Stage Caldas de Reis – Padrón: what people ask most.
How many kilometres is the Caldas de Reis to Padrón stage?
Between 17.9 and 18.6 km depending on the guide, about 4.5 hours.
What can you see on this stage?
Valga, Pontecesures, the crossing of the Ulla river and the arrival in Padrón.
Can I send my backpack to Padrón?
Yes. €7 per backpack and stage, from your accommodation in Caldas de Reis.
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