Camino Finisterre

The Camino Finisterre is a 4- to 5-day walk from Santiago de Compostela to Fisterra, the "End of the World".
Understand
This is the only Camino that starts in Santiago de Compostela. The rest terminate there.
Prepare
See preparation for the French Way. It will be the same.
Get in
Walk on one of the multiple paths of the Way of St. James.
Walk
Santiago de Compostela - Negreira
- Distance
- 20 km
Starts at 🌍 Santiago de Compostela, the finishing point for the Way of St. James. Passing through 🌍 Ventosa, the stage ends at 🌍 Negreira.
Negreira - Vilaserio
- Distance
- 13 km
Passes through 🌍 A Pena, ends at 🌍 Vilaserio.
- 🌍 Casa Vella Albergue, Vilaserio 23, ☏ +34 615 66 92 83.
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Vilaserio - Lago
- Distance
- 13 km
Lago - Olveiroa
- Distance
- 6 km
Passes through 🌍 A Ponte Olveira, ending at 🌍 Olveiroa.

Alternative: Olveiroa - Dumbría
- Distance
- 20 km
Ends at 🌍 Dumbría.
Alternative: Dumbría - Muxía
- Distance
- 22 km
Alternative: Muxía - Lires
- Distance
- 14 km
Ends at 🌍 Lires.
Alternative: Lires - Fisterra
- Distance
- 14 km

Ends at Fisterra.
Olveiroa - Cee
- Distance
- 16 km
Cee - Fisterra
- Distance
- 13 km
Stay safe
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.
Go next
- You can continue to hike along the French Way.