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Melide → Arzua
Stage 12 of 13

Melide – Arzua

A short and easy stage shared with the Camino Francés. The trail winds through eucalyptus forests and small villages, giving pilgrims time to rest their legs before the final push. Arzúa is known for its creamy local cheese, Queso de Arzúa-Ulloa.

Distance
15 km
Difficulty
Easy
Estimated time
3-4 hours
Elevation gain
+281m / -354m

Route Map

Melide → Arzua

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Where to Sleep

Recommended accommodations along this stage

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In Arzua (ending point)

Teiraboa BaseCamp in Arzua Rural House Recommended

Teiraboa BaseCamp

Arzua

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  • Bar
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private Apartment
  • Private Rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming pool
  • Terrace
  • Veg Food
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Albergue Amodiño in Arzua Shelter

Albergue Amodiño

Arzua

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  • Bike Storage
  • Breakfast
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Picnic
  • Restaurant
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Albergue Los Tres Abetos in Arzua Shelter

Albergue Los Tres Abetos

Arzua

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  • Bar
  • Bike Storage
  • Garden
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet Friendly
  • Terrace
  • WiFi
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Along the route

Albergue Boente in Boente Shelter

Albergue Boente

Boente

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  • Bar
  • Bike Storage
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming pool
  • WiFi
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Albergue el Aleman in Boente de Arriba Shelter

Albergue el Aleman

Boente de Arriba

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  • Bar
  • Bike Storage
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming pool
  • Terrace
  • WiFi
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Albergue Milpes in Ribadaso Shelter

Albergue Milpes

Ribadaso

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  • Bar
  • Bike Storage
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace
  • WiFi
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Places to Visit

Highlights and landmarks along the way

Nearby Cities & Villages

Explore what to see in the towns along this stage

Arzua, Galicia Galicia

Arzua

Visit the historic medieval Magdalene Chapel, discover the local beekeeping tradition at the "Museo Vivente do Mel" (Living Honey Museum), and delve into its rich gastronomic culture by tasting its famous Arzúa-Ulloa Designation of Origin cheese.

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Melide, Galicia Galicia

Melide

Photograph what is considered the oldest stone cross (cruceiro) in Galicia, discover the medieval frescoes in the Church of Santa María, and join its bustling gastronomic tradition.

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