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The ground behind you: what the walk into Ambasmestas crosses, and where it could have been broken.
Tomorrow from Ambasmestas
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vega de Valcarce | 1.6 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | |
| Ruitelán | 3.7 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | |
| Las Herrerías | 5.1 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | |
| La Faba | 8.6 | ✓ Yes | — No | The walk from Ambasmestas to La Faba |
| Laguna de Castilla | 11.0 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Ambasmestas to Laguna de Castilla |
| O Cebreiro | 13.2 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Ambasmestas to O Cebreiro |
| Linares | 16.5 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Ambasmestas to Linares |
| Hospital de la Condesa | 18.8 | ✓ Yes | — No | The walk from Ambasmestas to Hospital de la Condesa |
| Alto do Poio | 21.7 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Ambasmestas to Alto do Poio |
| Fonfría | 24.8 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Ambasmestas to Fonfría |
| Biduedo | 27.6 | — No | ✓ Yes | The walk from Ambasmestas to Biduedo |
| Filloval | 30.5 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | The walk from Ambasmestas to Filloval |
| Triacastela | 34.2 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Ambasmestas — 'where both waters meet' — sits at the confluence of two streams in the Valcarce valley. The name is self-explanatory once you arrive. A bar and a basic albergue serve the village. The valley is narrow here and the road runs close to the river.
From here the approach to Vega de Valcarce begins, and the final climb to O Cebreiro is not far ahead.
23. September 2026 - 20:38
Knut has created a lovely oasis for weary pilgrims. Inviting, airy spaces, lively music, amazing homemade meals. The River in the back was cool and refreshing. I cannot recommend it enough.
8. May 2026 - 20:32
This place is so welcoming. I had the most delicious vegetarian dinner here, and the owner and Aileen are both so lovely and welcoming. A lot of effort and thought has gone into providing everything a tired hiker might need at the end of the day. It’s such a beautiful place, and it’s my favourite so far.
22. May 2025 - 14:32
Stopped to have lunch on our way to Las Herrerias. Best meal my wife and I have had on the Camino. Had vegetarian pasta and chicken with potatoes. For desert brownies. All home made. Also had access to the river from the property to dip our feet into the cold river water for some recovery.
7. October 2024 - 10:08
An oasis of space to feed the soul. Gorgeous indoor snd outdoor space i took a dip in the river and felt so refreshed. Mme breakfast is delicious with home-made Clementine and fig jam and an omelette made with love. Dinners are mostly vegetarian and the bread is to die for. I stayed 2 nights and less than 10 stayed each night tho they have capacity for 20 which woukd be a squeeze with just 1 toilet and shower for each gender. The cat and the music knut plays was a delight and I was lucky he had a meditation one night which was special.
13. June 2024 - 23:09
Make sure you stay here, you’ll remember it for the rest of your life
It is so open and light filled. Many spaces to sit and relax and books to explore. The beds are comfy and well positioned with your own space
Knut cooks traditional food full of vegetables that taste divine. I felt like I was being nourished to sustain me for the rest of my journey
The meditation that is optional at night helped my body relax and heal, very special experience. Juliet the cat even joins in
Forever thankful we found this place and experienced the love and comfort
21. May 2024 - 21:12
By far my favorite albergue of my entire camino so far. Magical place hosted by magical people — an oasis after a cold rainy day.
13. September 2022 - 11:54
All albergues in this town are closed as of this date
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.
