The wine and tradition route

Camino Miñoto Ribeiro

The Camino Miñoto Ribeiro reaches the Deza region from the south, passing through vineyards, heritage sites and landscapes of great beauty. Its route offers the chance to discover a serene Galicia shaped by tradition, nature and the history of the Camino de Santiago.

Among vineyards and tradition

The wine route

Its name comes from the Ribeiro region and the winemaking tradition that accompanies pilgrims along the way.

Gateway from Portugal

It is one of the historic routes that connected Braga and northern Portugal with Santiago through inland Galicia.

A traditional route

It follows ancient historical paths, offering a quieter and less crowded experience than other Camino routes.

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STAGE 1

Pazos de Arenteiro - Soutelo de Montes

The Camino Miñoto Ribeiro enters the province of Pontevedra via Portela de Lamas and follows ancient royal roads to Soutelo de Montes. A short stretch that reveals its trading past, traditional architecture and sites linked to local history and culture.

29,6 km
6-7 h
High difficulty

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STAGE 2

Soutelo de Montes - O Foxo

From Soutelo, the route crosses hills and villages following historic paths to O Foxo. It passes through Forcarei, the medieval bridge of Ponte Gomail and landscapes of great natural beauty, combining heritage, nature and traces of old traditional routes in the region.

27,5 km
6 h
Medium difficulty

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STAGE 3

O Foxo - A Gándara

This short and accessible stage continues through villages, churches and rural landscapes towards the Ulla valley, offering a calm and pleasant journey for pilgrims. The route passes through Ancorados and Ponte Sarandón, where the river marks the end of the stage and connects with other routes to Compostela.

20,7 km
4-5 h
Medium difficulty

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Don’t miss out

Essentials for the route

Santiago Peregrino and San Roque Wayside Cross
Forcarei
Santiago Peregrino and San Roque Wayside Cross
A Freixeira Recreation Area
Forcarei
A Freixeira Recreation Area
Ponte Gomail Bridge
Forcarei
Ponte Gomail Bridge
Church of San Martiño de Forcarei
Forcarei
Church of San Martiño de Forcarei
Quintillán Waterfall and Mill
Forcarei
Quintillán Waterfall and Mill
Hermitage of San Amaro
Forcarei
Hermitage of San Amaro
Church of San Xoan de Meavía
Forcarei
Church of San Xoan de Meavía
Church of San Breixo de Lamas
A Estrada
Church of San Breixo de Lamas
Church of Santa María de Rubín
A Estrada
Church of Santa María de Rubín
Church San Pedro de Ancorados
A Estrada
Church San Pedro de Ancorados
WHERE TO EAT & STAY

The pilgrim's tip

Take advantage of stops in villages and towns to discover the winemaking tradition and local cuisine. In spring and autumn, the landscape is especially beautiful, but it’s advisable to bring a rain jacket due to frequent humidity.

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