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Walk the French Way in style

If you wish to have a more comfortable and pleasant experience on the French Way, we can upgrade your accommodations and include extra services.

Walk the best well known and social part of the Camino with Galiwonders.com. The Camino Francés is walked by thousands of pilgrims from all over the world ever year, and the most popular route. 60% of the Pilgrim Certificates issued each year, are given to pilgrims who have walked the French Way. Moreover, it is the Camino de Santiago route we can see on the movie “The Way”.

This walking trail will take you to the rural part of Galicia, and you will be able to stay at the best hotels on each of the stops.

Do you think that the walking days are too long? We can split all walking days in two, so you can relax and walk with no rush. See the Easy French Way Tour.

At Galiwonders we will assist you from the very beginning of this adventure: we will create the best itinerary for you, choose the accommodations you want, and of course, we will be there in case you need to contact us while you travel.

Upgraded accommodation · Half Board · Luggage Transfers included.

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Sarria is the starting point of this adventure, the beginning of the last section of the French Way.

Sarria – Portomarín (22 km)

First walking of the last 100 km of the French Way: pilgrims walking this route will discover religious constructions such as Romanesque churches, small hamlets, and the amazing landscapes of the countryside of Galicia region. The path will take us to Portomarín, one of the most picturesque villages on the Camino Francés.

Portomarín – Palas de Rei (25 km)

The walking day from Portomarín to Palas de Rei is divided by the Ligonde Mountains, and the Rivers Miño and Ulloa. There is a combination of paved roads and rural paths. There are a few examples of Romanesque churches along the way.

Palas de Rei – Arzúa (29 km)

The walk from Palas de Rei to Arzúa (29 km) is the longest of the last 100 km of the Camino Francés. For these reason, we offer the possibility of staying overnight in Melide. Melide also a very popular spot on the Camino, all pilgrims who stay there try the delicious octopus. It is said to be the best of Galicia region! If you continue to Arzúa, we strongly recommend you to buy some cheese, it is delicious!

Arzúa - Pedrouzo (20 km)

There are almost 40 km from Arzúa to Santiago, that is why it seems more logical to break up the stretch in two, and stay in O Pedrouzo (or Rúa, Amenal or Lavacolla). The walking day from Arzúa to O Pedrouzo is quite comfortable, through unpaved paths, and easy ups and downs. Most of the time, close to the Road N-547. Entre Arzúa y la catedral de Santiago median casi 40 kilómetros y lo más lógico y prudente es dividir el tramo en dos jornadas haciendo parada y fonda en Santa Irene u O Pedrouzo. El Concello de Arzúa cede el testigo al de O Pino en un trayecto cómodo, con pendientes más fáciles y por pistas siempre cercanas a la N-547.

Pedrouzo – Santiago (20 km)

The leg from O Pedrouzo to Santiago de Compostela is the last one of the French Way. It is quite peaceful, through unpaved rural paths, oak & eucalyptus woods. Once at the Airport (Lavacolla) pilgrims will approach the outskirts of Santiago de Compostela. The highlight of the walk? Monte do Gozo. From this point the landscape will become more urban, as we approach our final destination: the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

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The French Way Lux is recommended for those pilgrims who want to level up their experience of the most popular route of The Santiago Way, staying at the best accommodations. If you want to socialize and interact with other pilgrims, but enjoy higher services, this is your perfect choice.

Cómo llegar

Desde Santiago de Compostela Airport

Car or cab: 116km with an estimated duration of 1 hour and 25 minutes.
Bus: Take the bus (LINE 6A) from Santiago de Compostela airport to the bus station. Frequency every 15′ and with an approximate duration of 20′. Another option is to take a cab to the station, with an estimated duration of 15′. Then, we must take a bus (monbus) to Sarria (1 hour and 50 minutes). For schedules and more information visit: https://tussa.org/ and www.monbus.es

Desde Madrid Airport

Car or cab: 500km with an estimated duration of 5h.
Plane: Take a flight to Santiago de Compostela, a 1h trip. Once at the airport take the bus (LINE 6A) from Santiago de Compostela airport to the bus station. Frequency every 15′ and with an approximate duration of 20′. Another option is to take a cab to the station, with an estimated duration of 15′. Then, we must take a bus (monbus) to Sarria (1 hour and 50 minutes). For schedules and more information visit: https://tussa.org/ and www.monbus.es
Train: From T4 take the suburban train (LÍNEA C1) towards Chamartín (17′ trip). Once there, transfer to the train towards Sarria (journey time 4h and 30 minutes) To consult timetables and more information visit: www.renfe.com
Bus: From T4 take the bus to Lugo (ALSA), journey time 6h and 20 minutes. In Lugo transfer to the bus (MONBUS) to the Sarria stop, journey time 40 minutes. For schedules and more information visit: www.alsa.es and www.monbus.es

Desde Porto Airport

Car or cab: 280km with an estimated duration of 3 hours.
Bus: Take a bus (REDE EXPRESSOS) to Santiago de Compostela, journey time 3h 45 minutes. Once there, transfer to the bus (MONBUS) to Sarria, journey time 1h and 50 minutes. For schedules and more information visit: https://rede-expressos.pt/es and www.monbus.es

Desde Other nearby airports

From Vigo Airport: It is 160km with an estimated duration of 2h by car. Another option is to take the train (RENFE) from Vigo Guixar station to Ourense and there transfer to take the train to Sarria (total journey time about 5h). You can also take a bus (MONBUS) from Vigo Urzaiz station to Santiago, and once there, transfer to take a bus (monbus) to Sarria (journey time 1h and 50 minutes). For schedules and more information visit: www.renfe.com, www.monbus.es
From A Coruña Airport: It is 125km with an estimated duration of 1h and 20 minutes by car. Another option is to take the train (RENFE) from San Cristobal station to Sarria (2h and 30 minutes). You can also take the bus (ARRIVA) to Lugo and transfer to take a bus (MONBUS) to Sarria (total time 3h). For timetables and more information visit: www.renfe.com, www.monbus.es and https://arriva.es/es/galicia

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Please note that our itineraries are completely flexible. If you have a different idea in mind (want to add or remove nights, services, etc), you can just let us know.

TripAdvisor

mariaelena1964
25/02/23 - TripAdvisor
Un Camino Maravilloso Muy buena experiencia buenísimos alojamiento abundante comida un 10 mucha limpieza teléfono de emergencia operativo se preocupan por el peregrino cumplen con todo la información escrita sin duda los mejores repetiremos
rociofastias9
16/09/22 - TripAdvisor
Repetir es la mejor reseña No hay mejor opinión que repetir la experiencia. Mi primera experiencia con ellos fue en marzo y ahora en septiembre repetí y volveré a hacerlo. Atentos, cumplen todo, modifican lo que les pidas a capricho
Saminunez
04/09/22 - TripAdvisor
Muy recomendable Todo perfectamente organizado. Los alojamientos acordes y muy limpios. La comunicaciòn y gestiòn con Galiwonders estupenda. Recomiendo totalmente
miriamaE4821GN
26/08/22 - TripAdvisor
Muy buena La experiencia está siendo muy buena, en general los alojamientos están muy bien a excepción de alguno que cambiaríamos. Muy recomendable.
estrella19642
11/08/22 - TripAdvisor
Equipo profesional y eficaz Ha sido mi primer camino con mi pareja y no será el último; una experiencia irrepetible. La organización de Galiwonders ha sido perfecta. La elección de los alojamientos muy acertada y ha superado nuestras espectativas. Volveremos el año que viene a hacer otro camino con Galiwonders ¡¡seguro!!
Pablo_Arc
03/08/22 - TripAdvisor
Perfecta para tener un Buen Camino Muy buena experiencia, nos organizaron el camino francés desde Sarria tal y como les pedimos saliendo todo perfecto y según lo esperado.

Destacar que fuimos con un bebé y en todo alojamiento contamos con cuna tal y como habíamos pedido.

Sin duda, para repetir experiencia.
B3784JBnicolas
23/07/22 - TripAdvisor
Profesionales y flexibles Lo que se busca de una agencia de viajes: profesionalidad y flexibilidad. Muchas gracias por todo el trabajo.
miguelvL6639MT
14/06/22 - TripAdvisor
experiencia muy positiva Hice el camino frances desde sarria, todo muy bien organizado, a media pension,
tanto hoteles y pensiones bastante correctas.
algunos de ellos tenian restaurante, y desde luego es una ventaja, ya que al termino de la etapa del dia podias comer alli,
y sino te hacen un vale para comer muy cerca del alojamiento.
desde luego muy recomendable.
789claudion
11/06/22 - TripAdvisor
Espectacular Excelente 100% recomendable realizá la experiencia y solo preocúpate por caminar y disfrutar, el resto se ocupa Galiwonders