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Santiago De Compostela to Finisterre

Walk To the Edge of the World.

Walk To the Edge of the World.

Starting from

€ 610

The Way of St James comes to an end in the city of Santiago de Compostela. However, many pilgrims decide to extend their journey to the ‘Costa da Morte’– Finisterre, Spain. Along the way, the Camino passes remote, hilly villages and finishes at the steep cliffs of one of the country’s westernmost points. Beautiful scenery and shared stories of amazing legends and history will compliment your walk.

The Way of St James comes to an end in the city of Santiago de Compostela. However, many pilgrims decide to extend their journey to the ‘Costa da Morte’– Finisterre, Spain. Along the way, the Camino passes remote, hilly villages and finishes at the steep cliffs of one of the country’s westernmost points. Beautiful scenery and shared stories of amazing legends and history will compliment your walk.

Stage 1 of 1

86.2km

6 days

Comfort

Moderate

View Map | View Elevation

Popular time

may

Starting from

€ 610

Starting from

€ 610

Route Summary

Stage 1 of 1

86.2km

6 days

Comfort

Popular time

may

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A quiet route through the countryside out to the 'end of the world'

Moderate

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Overall

Distance:

12.3 min | 21.6km average | 34 max

Ascent:

259.4 min | 452.5m average | 729 max

Cardio:

3   3.5   5

Follow the Camino Preview Map Trip 297
Services Availability Advice advice
Food Food
Water Water
Toilet Toilets
Plentiful Plentiful

Facilities are abundantly available along the route.

Minimal recommended carry per person (keep well hydrated and energy coming in between services places):

  • 0.5 L water
  • One small snack (fruit, bar, nuts)
Marking Marking
Plentiful Plentiful

Clear and frequent signage

Follow the signs and enjoy the walk

View the popular times to visit this route

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Popular Time
Good Time
Off/Low Season
Not Possible

A quiet route through the countryside out to the 'end of the world'

Overall

Distance:

12.3 min | 21.6km average | 34 max

Ascent:

259.4 min | 452.5m average | 729 max

Cardio:

3   3.5   5

Follow the Camino Preview Map Trip 297
Services Availability Advice advice
Food Food
Water Water
Toilet Toilets
Plentiful Plentiful

Facilities are abundantly available along the route.

Minimal recommended carry per person (keep well hydrated and energy coming in between services places):

  • 0.5 L water
  • One small snack (fruit, bar, nuts)
Marking Marking
Plentiful Plentiful

Clear and frequent signage

Follow the signs and enjoy the walk

Highlights

Santiago de compostela

Santiago de Compostela

In Santiago, there is so much to see and do. You can visit the Cathedral. Explore the mediaeval city. Go to the fish market. Eat lots of tapas. Or why not take a stroll around the beautiful park of Alameda and take a picture with the statue of the two Maria? There is no end of things to see and do in this beautiful place!

Cee

Cee

While walking through Cee pilgrims will see lots of beaches. The Estorde beach is a seashell-shaped beach with calm waters, perfect for a quick dip before you continue your journey! Relax in this quiet village and maybe even check out the Farmer’s market before your last day walking to the ‘End of the World’.

Finisterre: Lighthouse & Hiking shoes

Fisterra

Just beyond the town of Fisterra is Finisterre, Spain's edge and known since Roman times as the ‘End of the World’. This is the final destination for many pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago. The finality of the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean provides a great backdrop to the end of a Camino journey. Here, you will also find the famous lighthouse that plays a vital role in safely guiding ships along the coastline which is known as the Coast of Death!

Santiago de compostela

Santiago de Compostela

In Santiago, there is so much to see and do. You can visit the Cathedral. Explore the mediaeval city. Go to the fish market. Eat lots of tapas. Or why not take a stroll around the beautiful park of Alameda and take a picture with the statue of the two Maria? There is no end of things to see and do in this beautiful place!

Cee

Cee

While walking through Cee pilgrims will see lots of beaches. The Estorde beach is a seashell-shaped beach with calm waters, perfect for a quick dip before you continue your journey! Relax in this quiet village and maybe even check out the Farmer’s market before your last day walking to the ‘End of the World’.

Finisterre: Lighthouse & Hiking shoes

Fisterra

Just beyond the town of Fisterra is Finisterre, Spain's edge and known since Roman times as the ‘End of the World’. This is the final destination for many pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago. The finality of the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean provides a great backdrop to the end of a Camino journey. Here, you will also find the famous lighthouse that plays a vital role in safely guiding ships along the coastline which is known as the Coast of Death!

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SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

FINISTERRE

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24/7 On-Call Support

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Add-On

Premium Accommodation

Airport Pick-Up

Additional Nights

Dinners

Luggage Transfers from Hotel to Hotel

Day Tours to Local Sites of Interest

Not included: Flights/trains, Insurance, Drinks/Lunch

If you are interested in a Free Walking Tour of Santiago de Compostela before you start your Camino, explore the culture of the city with an expert local guide through our Walking Partner, GuruWalk.

Itinerary

Day

1

km miles

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

You will be booked into a hotel in the heart of the historical town of Santiago de Compostela. If you have time before your walk, definitely soak in the atmosphere of the Cathedral of Santiago and Praza do Obradoiro. It’s a sight that many pilgrims await there whole life to see, so it’s a very special place.

Day

2

20.8 km12.9 miles

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA NEGREIRA

From the Plaza del Obradoiro, you leave Santiago de Compostela. The Camino passes many small villages and Roman bridges that still stand to this day. Finally you will arrive at Negreira, a town of mediaeval origin. Its most outstanding monuments are the country house of Coton (Pazo do Coton) and an adjoining chapel dedicated to St Maurus.

There is an option to split this section into two day days, with a stop over in As Maronas.

Day

3

34 km21.1 miles

NEGREIRA OLVEIROA

Passing the river Barcala, you continue along the mountainside, climbing the hillside of Monte Aro. From here you can view the Ferenza Dam. Then, the Camino enters the wild Serra de Castelo and the a valley through which the Xallas River flows gently.

Day

4

19.1 km11.9 miles

OLVEIROA CEE

At first we follow the river Logosa and pass the Hermitage of Nosa Senora. Then, as we descend through the pine groves of Alto do Cruxeiro da Armada, the sea appears before us. Your stop for the night is the fishing village of Cee, known for its estuaries and beaches.

Day

5

12.3 km7.6 miles

CEE FINISTERRE

Today you will enjoy a fabulous coastal walk along cliffs and by coves to the town of Fisterra (about 12km away) before the final stretch to Cape Finisterre and its world-famous lighthouse. This final stretch is one of the most invigorating of any Camino route in Spain, Portugal, and France!

Day

6

km miles

FINISTERRE

After breakfast we bid you farewell. You will need to walk back to the town of Fisterra and from there, take a bus back to Santiago (this will take about 45 minutes).

There is an option to add an extra day here, to stay in the nearby fishing port of Muxia.

Day

1

km miles

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

You will be booked into a hotel in the heart of the historical town of Santiago de Compostela. If you have time before your walk, definitely soak in the atmosphere of the Cathedral of Santiago and Praza do Obradoiro. It’s a sight that many pilgrims await there whole life to see, so it’s a very special place.

Day

2

20.8 km12.9 miles

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA NEGREIRA

From the Plaza del Obradoiro, you leave Santiago de Compostela. The Camino passes many small villages and Roman bridges that still stand to this day. Finally you will arrive at Negreira, a town of mediaeval origin. Its most outstanding monuments are the country house of Coton (Pazo do Coton) and an adjoining chapel dedicated to St Maurus.

There is an option to split this section into two day days, with a stop over in As Maronas.

Day

3

34 km21.1 miles

NEGREIRA OLVEIROA

Passing the river Barcala, you continue along the mountainside, climbing the hillside of Monte Aro. From here you can view the Ferenza Dam. Then, the Camino enters the wild Serra de Castelo and the a valley through which the Xallas River flows gently.

Day

4

19.1 km11.9 miles

OLVEIROA CEE

At first we follow the river Logosa and pass the Hermitage of Nosa Senora. Then, as we descend through the pine groves of Alto do Cruxeiro da Armada, the sea appears before us. Your stop for the night is the fishing village of Cee, known for its estuaries and beaches.

Day

5

12.3 km7.6 miles

CEE FINISTERRE

Today you will enjoy a fabulous coastal walk along cliffs and by coves to the town of Fisterra (about 12km away) before the final stretch to Cape Finisterre and its world-famous lighthouse. This final stretch is one of the most invigorating of any Camino route in Spain, Portugal, and France!

Day

6

km miles

FINISTERRE

After breakfast we bid you farewell. You will need to walk back to the town of Fisterra and from there, take a bus back to Santiago (this will take about 45 minutes).

There is an option to add an extra day here, to stay in the nearby fishing port of Muxia.

Accommodation Options

We offer a range of accommodation options to suit different travel styles and budgets along the Camino. Depending on the route and the location, you can choose from Budget, Comfort, or Deluxe accommodation, with Hostel accommodation also available on the French Way. All options are selected for their quality, location, and suitability for Camino travellers.

Deluxe Accommodation

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Add an extra level of comfort to your Camino with our Deluxe accommodation option. This includes upgraded stays in high quality 4 and 5 star hotels where available, perfect for celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a more premium experience on the route. In larger towns and cities, we will always do our best to secure the best available upgraded accommodation. In smaller towns and villages, luxury options may be limited or unavailable due to local infrastructure, but we will always aim to provide the highest standard possible where Deluxe accommodation is selected.

Comfort Accommodation

Level of comfort accommodation on the Camino
Our Comfort accommodation is the most popular choice for Camino travellers. We carefully select welcoming hotels, guesthouses, and country-style stays based on comfort, character, location, and overall experience. Where possible, accommodation is chosen in or close to the town centre or along the Camino route, making your walking day as easy as possible. In larger towns, this usually includes good quality hotel stays, while in smaller villages it may include charming family run guesthouses or non rated rural properties that offer an authentic and comfortable local experience.

Budget Accommodation

Accommodation options on the Camino
Our Budget accommodation option is designed for travellers who want to keep costs lower while still enjoying a private and comfortable place to stay each night. This may include private rooms in pensions, simple guesthouses, albergues, or smaller hotels. Where possible, we aim to book private rooms and private bathrooms, but in some locations this may not always be possible due to limited availability and local infrastructure. Even at budget level, we always try to select the best value option available.

How to Get There

Getting to Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Fly into Santiago de Compostela

Ryanair, Aer Lingus and Iberia/BA fly direct to Santiago de Compostela from the UK and Ireland. Ryanair flies from Stansted, Iberia/BA operates from Gatwick and Aer Lingus operates from Dublin. Santiago de Compostela can also be reached by a number of locations around Spain and Portugal, as well as major European cities. Iberia/BA offers the best selection of flights and you can fly to and from Santiago De Compostela returning to Frankfurt, Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Bilbao, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Madrid, Malaga, Palma, Seville, Tenerife and Valencia.

    Getting home from Fisterra

    After breakfast we bid you farewell. You will need to walk back to the town of Fisterra and from there, take a bus back to Santiago (this will take about 45 minutes).

    Getting home from Santiago de Compostela, Spain

    Fly from Santiago de Compostela

    Shuttle buses from Santiago city centre to the airport run frequently and only take 20 minutes.

      Getting to Santiago de Compostela, Spain

      Fly into Santiago de Compostela

      Ryanair, Aer Lingus and Iberia/BA fly direct to Santiago de Compostela from the UK and Ireland. Ryanair flies from Stansted, Iberia/BA operates from Gatwick and Aer Lingus operates from Dublin. Santiago de Compostela can also be reached by a number of locations around Spain and Portugal, as well as major European cities. Iberia/BA offers the best selection of flights and you can fly to and from Santiago De Compostela returning to Frankfurt, Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Bilbao, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Madrid, Malaga, Palma, Seville, Tenerife and Valencia.

        Getting home from Fisterra

        After breakfast we bid you farewell. You will need to walk back to the town of Fisterra and from there, take a bus back to Santiago (this will take about 45 minutes).

        Getting home from Santiago de Compostela, Spain

        Fly from Santiago de Compostela

        Shuttle buses from Santiago city centre to the airport run frequently and only take 20 minutes.

          Frequently Asked Questions

          What is the distance and how many days does the Camino Finisterre take from Santiago?
          The route from Santiago de Compostela to Finisterre covers about 86.2 km and is completed in 6 days in the Follow the Camino comfort‑style itinerary.
          How physically challenging is the Camino to Finisterre?
          This section is considered moderate in difficulty. You’ll wander through rolling countryside, leafy forest paths, and gentle hills, so a bit of walking experience or some preparatory practice will make the days more comfortable and more enjoyable. The route’s beauty, from coastal views to quaint villages, makes every step feel worthwhile.
          When is the best time to walk from Santiago to Finisterre?
          This route can be walked any time of year, but spring through early autumn is especially lovely, with mild temperatures and longer days — perfect for enjoying the Atlantic coast. If you go in the off‑season, you’ll find even fewer pilgrims, giving you a quieter, more peaceful experience.
          Can I continue walking after Finisterre, or does the Camino end there?
          While many pilgrims consider Finisterre the “end of the world” and a symbolic finish, you don’t have to stop there. We often suggest continuing to Muxía, a beautiful coastal extension with dramatic cliffs, ocean views, and the Virxe da Barca sanctuary. Walking this extra stretch gives you a chance to fully soak in the Galician coast and enjoy a quieter, reflective finale to your Camino.
          Will I earn a Compostela certificate by walking from Santiago to Finisterre?
          No, because this route starts in Santiago, it doesn’t qualify for the traditional Compostela certificate. However, you can request a Finisterrana certificate once you reach Finisterre, and if you continue to Muxía, there’s also a Muxiana certificate. For more on the symbolism, history, and how these certificates work, check out our blog: Camino Finisterre Tales.

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