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on the Father Sarmiento Route
from Vigo to Santiago de Compostela
Self-Guided Pilgrimage
Travel part of the path that Friar Martín Sarmiento took in 1745 through the O Salnés region. Hike along the coast through a region full of history and beautiful landscapes—the best Galicia has to offer. A journey that unites nature, tradition, and the unique spirituality of the Camino de Santiago.
• travel the historic coastal path of the Rias Baixas
• experience the emblematic "translatio" by boat on the River Ulla
• discover the history of Pontevedra, Cambados, and Padrón
choose your experience
price per person | from €650
included in the experience
guide and mandatory insurance + transfers/logistical support +
boat crossing ("translatio") + pilgrim kit
organisation and dates:
8-day duration
next edition: 13th to 20th September 2026
all terms and conditions can be consulted here: *
date available:
pilgrimage: 13th to 20th September 2026
route:
linear hike / medium+ / ~120km
with boat translatio (Vilanova de Arousa - Pontecesures)
recommended equipment:
technical equipment as indicated in the regulations (*)
essentials:
comfortable hiking footwear,
weather-appropriate clothing, backpack for self-sufficiency, hat or sun protection
conditions:
minimum 4 participants
booking required
information for international visitors:
if you prefer Portuguese, please check the Portuguese version for full details and support
Walking Experience | Spiritual Journey
Leaving Vigo, we begin our pilgrimage with the first destination being Redondela. We continue towards Pontevedra, where we begin part of the route that Friar Martín Sarmiento took in 1745 through the O Salnés region.
On the third day, we start near the church of the Virgin Pilgrim to walk along the coast through a region full of history and beautiful landscapes—the best Galicia has to offer.
We pass by the monastery of Poio, through Combarro, to Sanxenxo, following this coastline carved by coves and monuments until Cambados and Vilanova de Arousa, where we carry out the "translatio" by boat along the River Ulla.
We travel up the river, passing the "Torres de Oeste" in Catoira until we reach Pontecesures and Padrón. In the end, already on the Portuguese Way, the Obradoiro square welcomes us before we enter the cathedral near the apostle's tomb.
book now – limited spots
date available: 13th to 20th September 2026
• guided pilgrimage with full logistical support and boat translatio
• secure your place on this unique experience through the Rias Baixas to Santiago
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