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Hikes and treks near Santiago de Compostela
2 routes are within reach of Santiago de Compostela: 2 multi-day treks. The gentlest is Camino Portugués (Coastal) (moderate); the toughest is Camino de Santiago: Camino Francés (demanding). The highest point is 1,505 m on Camino de Santiago: Camino Francés.
Compare the routes
| Route | Type | Distance | Days | Highest point | Difficulty | Best time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camino Portugués (Coastal) | Multi-day | 280 km | 10–13 | varies | Moderate | April to October |
| Camino de Santiago: Camino Francés | Multi-day | 780 km | 30–35 | 1,505 m | Demanding | April to October |
The routes in detail
10–13 days
Portugal · Spain · near Porto
Camino Portugués (Coastal)
The coastal version of the Portuguese Way to Santiago, following the Atlantic from Porto before turning inland through Galicia.
≈ 280 km
30–35 days
France · Spain · near Pamplona
Camino de Santiago: Camino Francés
The world's most famous pilgrimage walk, from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port across northern Spain to Santiago de Compostela.
≈ 780 km
1,505 m high
Before you go
- Check if you're fit enough with the two-minute readiness quiz.
- Travel insurance for trekking: altitude limits and what rescue really costs.
- Packing list and the gear budget calculator.
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