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The ground behind you: what the walk into Castañeda crosses, and where it could have been broken.
Tomorrow from Castañeda
Nothing says you have to stop here, or there. These are simply the towns within a comfortable day's walk, so you can decide tonight.
| Town | km from here | Shared | Private | The walk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ribadiso da Baixo | 2.5 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | |
| Ribadiso da Carretera | 3.3 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | |
| Arzúa | 5.6 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | |
| Pregontoño | 7.9 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | |
| El Lugar de Tabernavella | 10.7 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to El Lugar de Tabernavella |
| Calle - O Outeiro | 13.3 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to Calle - O Outeiro |
| Salceda | 16.5 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to Salceda |
| A Brea | 19.1 | — No | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to A Brea |
| Empalme | 20.7 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to Empalme |
| Santa Irene | 21.7 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to Santa Irene |
| A Rúa | 23.1 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to A Rúa |
| O Pedrouzo | 24.7 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to O Pedrouzo |
| Amenal | 27.7 | — No | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to Amenal |
| San Paio - San Payo | 31.7 | — No | ✓ Yes | The walk from Castañeda to San Paio - San Payo |
| Lavacolla | 33.8 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Castañeda is historically significant as the site of the medieval lime kilns where pilgrims from Triacastela delivered the limestone they'd carried across Galicia. The lime was burned here and transported to Santiago for use in building the cathedral. It was a form of pilgrim labor — a practical contribution to the goal of the journey.
The lime kilns connected the quarries of Triacastela (over 100 km to the east) with the cathedral construction in Santiago. Pilgrims who carried stones were performing an act of devotion while providing essential building material.
It is uphill once more, followed by a steady descent into the valley below, steep at points.
5. May 2025 - 17:55
Not listed here (not sure why). Absolutely brilliant. Huge/whole place to us, 55e for twin share. Downs stair sitting area, couch/table and heater which was turned on immediately. Upstairs small working kitchen, large bedroom and bathroom. Clean and welcoming.
6. February 2025 - 13:17
Enjoyed a nice cold beer here on the way to Azura with lovely views of the hills.
13. September 2024 - 16:04
We stopped here early and really enjoyed sipping drinks while watching the other pilgrims pass by on a sunny afternoon. The habitacion privado was basic but spacious, as was the bath. We were delighted to do a load of laundry in a machine. A great value that has what you need.
12. May 2023 - 15:49
The No Pilgrim bar is not that great. Overpriced and food is marginal. Keep walking a little ways to next town. Beautiful spots there. May 2023
19. July 2019 - 21:08
This is a great place to stop for a coffee, play the guitar, spend the night or just have a pilgrim chat. All donativo and a unique experience. Most recommendable!
Esta entidad ha sido beneficiaria de una ayuda del Programa de incentivos a la movilidad eficiente y sostenible (MOVES III), gestionado por la Xunta de Galicia a través del Instituto Enerxético de Galicia (INEGA) en el marco del Real Decreto 266/2021, y cofinanciada por la Unión Europea — NextGenerationEU, dentro del Plan de Recuperación, Transformación y Resiliencia.
