Camino dos Faros

After arriving at the Santiago Airport you will be picked up by our driver, who will take you directly to Ponteseco, a lovely fishing village and the starting point for Camiño dos Faros.

The first stage of Camino dos Faros starts at the bottom of the Estuary of Anllons and then later goes inland a few kms., so that you're able to visit both a dolmen and castro, Dolmen Dobate and Castro A Cibda de Borneiro, two types of our ancestral constructions , as well as two villages with archaeological excavations from the Iron Age, all of which testify to the area's ancient history. Afterwards, you'll climb Monte Castelo de Lourido, the highest point of Camino dos Faros, from which point you'll descend again to the estuary to enjoy the spectacular coastline full of enchanting beaches, inviting you to take a rest or even a swim.

Half of this stage is uphill but with some segments along the road that make the trek easier.

Difficulty: Easy

This is the shortest and possibly smoothest stage on the journey. It begins at the Faro (Lighthouse) de Laxe, from where there are panoramic views of the Corme River. From here the coast becomes quite wild and the waves begin to break with greater force. A small path will lead you along the coast until you reach Arou. In this stage there are two lovely places you must stop: Playa de los Cristales and Peñon de Soesto.

Since there is no possibility of accommodation in Arou, you have transportion to Camariñas, where you will spend the night. The next morning you will return to Arou (both transports are included in the price).

Difficulty: Easy

During this stage you walk through the heart of Costa da Muerte (Coast of Death), whose dramatic name is said to have originated from the countless shipwrecks, hidden beneath the sea's surface, and the many people who have lost their lives due to the sea's fury, often fooled by the hidden rocks and undercurrents. The second, more 'romantic' theory of how the coast got its name is the fact that it's where the 'sun dies' (sets) every night, being the westernmost point known in this hemisphere for hundreds of years and believed to be the End of the World (Finisterrae). Regardless of the origin, the coast is spectacular and at this stage you'll be able to view all its splendour. From Monte Branco you have a breathtaking view. The stage ends at the magical spot, Cabo Vilán Lighthouse, in Camariñas.

Difficulty: moderate
 

This stage is the longest of Camino dos Faros, but it is also completely flat terrain and you also have more segments along the road than usual. Today you will travel through the Camariñas Estuary with softer landscapes than those of the previous days and you can expect to see beautiful villages. The stage ends at the idyllic fishing village of Muxía, known for its ideally situated church, Virxe da Barca Santuary, which extends out on smooth rocks facing the open sea.

It is possible to divide this long stage over 2 days.

Difficulty: Easy

This stage is the most demanding on Camiño dos Faros, mainly at the beginning, and you should take it calmly. You will climb various hills, from where you'll be able to see the whole route from the heights, before descending to the Praia de Moreira. From here, the stage softens until the Touriñán Lighthouse, the westernmost point of the Spanish Peninsula. The end of the stage is Lires. Camino dos Faros follows the Camino de la Costa rather than the route of the Camino de Santiago de Finisterre. If you want to make your stage easier you can follow Camino de Finisterre instead.

Difficulty: Hard

This is the last stage of the Camino dos Faros, which doesn't mean it's the easiest. In fact, it will be one of the most complicated since you'll walk past a multitude of cliffs, beaches and mountains, like Monte do Facho. (We remind you that this route it not the same as the Camino Finisterre, although you can choose the latter as an alternative, if you wish for a shorter and easier stage. We don't recommend it, however, because by doing so you will miss out on the incredible landscape and amazing scenery this stage of Camino Dos Faros has to offer).

Once you arrive to your hotel in Finisterre, you can take a rest or lunch and stay at the hotel before heading to the last lighthouse, the mythical lighthouse in Finisterre. Pilgrims from around the world travel here to mark the end of their camino walk to Santiago de Compostela.

Difficulty: Hard

From Finisterre, you will take the bus back to Santiago from where you will return home the same afternoon (we will have enclosed the timetable, but the ticket itself can only be purchased at the bus).

It is possible to add an extra night in Santiago. Sometimes it may even be necessary if your return flight departs from Santiago before 13:00 (1 p.m.)