Camino Finisterre Voyage Tips and guide

The Camino Finisterre is a 4- to 5-day walk from Santiago de Compostela to Fisterra, the "End of the World".

This is the only Camino that starts in Santiago de Compostela. The rest terminate there.

See preparation for the French Way. It will be the same.

Walk on one of the multiple paths of the Way of St. James.

Map of Camino Finisterre

Starts at 42.883333-8.5333331 Santiago de Compostela, the finishing point for the Way of St. James. Passing through 42.8854-8.62872 Ventosa, the stage ends at 42.910971-8.7349563 Negreira .

Passes through 42.931181-8.8028584 A Pena, ends at 42.9429-8.85015 Vilaserio.

• 42.942417-8.8504411 Casa Vella Albergue, Vilaserio 23, ☏ +34 615 66 92 83. (updated Apr 2022)

Passes through 42.957018-8.9187346 Santa Mariña, ends at 42.962655-8.9750587 Lago.

Passes through 42.961281-9.0166818 A Ponte Olveira, ending at 42.96743-9.0414379 Olveiroa.

Ends at 43.010404-9.11795310 Dumbría .

Passes through 43.047628-9.15376511 A Grixa and 43.08241-9.15814212 Ozón, ends at 43.10617-9.21746113MISSING WIKILINK Muxia.

Ends at 42.996944-9.24694414 Lires.

Ends at Fisterra.

Passes through 42.973664-9.06745415 O Logroso and 42.984614-9.07589916 Hospital, ends at 42.955556-9.1917 Cee .

Passes through 42.936471-9.20874218 San Roque/A Amarela, ends at 42.908611-9.2627781 Fisterra.

The Camino Finisterre is generally safe, with a well-marked trail and welcoming locals. However, pilgrims should take basic precautions:

• Weather: Galicia is known for sudden rain and fog. Always check forecasts and carry a rain jacket.
• Footing: Some paths can be slippery, especially on stone or gravel in wet conditions. Use sturdy footwear and trekking poles if needed.
• Sun: Even in cloudy weather, sun exposure can be strong. Bring sunscreen and a hat.
• Solo pilgrims: While rare, theft can occur. Keep valuables close and avoid isolated sections late in the day.
• Traffic: Be alert on road sections near towns, especially where the trail briefly shares space with cars.

Emergency number in Spain: ☏ 112.

• You can continue to hike along the French Way.